Florida Educators: Funding essential to reopen schools safely
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Gov. Ron DeSantis says Florida will use nearly $1 billion in federal CARES Act funds to help schools reopen at full capacity in August, as […]
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Florida Educators: Funding essential to reopen schools safely
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Gov. Ron DeSantis says Florida will use nearly $1 billion in federal CARES Act funds to help schools reopen at full capacity in August, as […]
Two Alachua County schools will participate in Florida Civics and Debate Initiative
Tallahassee, Fla. – Governor Ron DeSantis and Commissioner of Education Richard Corcoran announced on June 12th that 60 schools, representing 28 districts in Florida, were chosen to […]
DeSantis signs bill allowing college athletes to be paid for name, image, and likeness
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed SB 646: Intercollegiate Athlete Compensation and Rights, authorizing certain intercollegiate athletes to earn compensation for the use of their names, images, […]
The GOOD news this week… 06-14-2020
Here are nine stories from Mainstreet Daily News this week that will inspire, enlighten and engage you. Enjoy!
Senior Spotlight: Geiger’s all-state performance for Williston leads to scholarship at North Florida
Today’s senior spotlight is on Miranda Geiger of the Williston High School softball team. Geiger was a 4-year starter, three time All-State, and All-Area selection. Academically, […]
Florida taps into $474 million in federal aid to prepare schools for August classes
The Center Square – Florida’s 2.8 million K-12 students will return to on-site classes in more than 4,000 schools across the state in August, Gov. Ron […]
A prolific career at Belleview gains Briana Robinson a scholarship to Stetson
Today’s senior spotlight is on Briana Robinson of Belleview High School. Robinson was on the Rattlers’ swimming and softball teams. She excelled on the diamond and […]
Senior Spotlight: Gainesville High’s team captain Robbie Collins headed to Duke
Today’s senior spotlight is on Robbie Collins of the Gainesville High School baseball team. Collins, who played second base and shortstop for the Hurricanes, was a […]
Duthu’s stellar career at Trenton High School leads him to Coast Guard Academy
Today’s senior spotlight is on Wyatt Duthu of Trenton High School. Duthu played baseball and basketball for the Tigers. As a junior, he led the Tigers’ […]
Glenna Li blazed a trail in track and cross country for Buchholz
Today’s senior spotlight is on Glenna Li of the Buchholz High School cross country and track teams. Li was a district, regional, and state meet qualifier. […]
The GOOD news this week… 06-07-2020
Here are seven stories from Mainstreet Daily News this week that will inspire, enlighten and engage you. Enjoy!
Eary led Belleview to a national ranking and undefeated start to the 2020 season
Today’s senior spotlight is on Lailah Eary of the Belleview High School softball team. Eary was a career .400 hitter for the Rattlers, as well as […]
Senior Spotlight: Reynolds was a fierce competitor for Williston
Today’s senior spotlight is on Michael Reynolds of the Williston High School football and baseball teams. He is the twin brother of Madison Reynolds, who played […]
School Board receives hundreds of emails requesting school name change
Alachua County Public Schools Superintendent Karen Clarke has requested that the School Board of Alachua County discuss the name change of J.J. Finley Elementary School at […]
High Springs PD and the Basketball Cop Foundation building relationships with kids through sports
Jason Taylor and Adam Joy were on a mission. The School Resource Officers from the High Springs Police Department drove through local neighborhoods passing […]
Senior Spotlight: Lewis’ live bat led Columbia to a 9-3 start in 2020
Today’s senior spotlight is on Caroline Lewis of the Columbia (Lake City) softball team. Lewis was a career .359 hitter with 60 hits, 49 runs scored, […]
Florida teachers’ union submits plan to reopen schools for fall
The Center Square – Florida’s 12 public universities plan to reopen campuses in August, and the Florida Department of Education (DOE) is soon expected to outline […]
Senior Spotlight: Madison Reynolds, a four year starter at Williston, moving on to Jacksonville University
Today’s senior spotlight is on Madison Reynolds of the Williston High School softball team. Reynolds was a 4-year Varsity starter who played multiple positions. Reynolds was […]
UF issues draft of Fall 2020 reopening plan
The University of Florida is planning a “broad reopening of campus for the fall semester” and has issued a draft of its reopening plan that addresses […]
Avery heading to UF after stellar water polo career at Gainesville High
Today’s senior spotlight is on Lucas Avery of Gainesville High School. Avery was on the varsity swim team and the water polo team, where he was […]
UF Health students tackle community needs through COVID-19 Student Service Corps
Students from across UF Health have teamed up to assess and meet the needs of Gainesville’s citizens through the creation of a new organization, the UF […]
You are cordially invited to attend the Oak View Middle School virtual Spring Concert
“Hello from Carnegie Hall,” Oak View Middle School Band Teacher Lori Pirzer says as she stands in front of a virtual backdrop image of the legendary […]
Versatile Welborn did it all for the state champion Williston Red Devils
Today’s senior spotlight is on Cade Welborn of the Williston baseball team. Welborn, who played shortstop, second base, and pitcher, is versatile with the ability to […]
UF Health pediatrician answers questions about child vaccinations and COVID-19
As the COVID-19 virus has taken hold throughout the country, another health phenomenon has emerged: Childhood immunization rates have fallen. Compared with 2019, vaccinations decreased gradually […]