EducationUF Facilities Services Children’s Christmas Parade brings holiday cheer to campus Nick Anschultz Dec 16, 20250 commentsSixth annual parade takes place on Tuesday morning.
NewsAlachua Habitat for Humanity awarded $200K grant from Publix Super Markets Charities Staff Reports Dec 16, 20250 commentsFunds will support labor and material expenses in Alachua County.
EducationNewberry community school board approves updated policies and teacher pay scale Nick Anschultz Dec 16, 20252 commentsSalary scale set at 5% higher than Alachua County Public Schools.
SportsRidaught: City, county showdowns highlight hoops broadcast schedule Mike Ridaught Dec 15, 20250 commentsGames to be live streamed on Mainstreet Daily News’ website.
EducationCFO transition draws concerns from Alachua County School Board member Nick Anschultz Dec 15, 20254 commentsJanine Plavac says Michael Reneke doesn’t meet qualifications for position.
Local LivingWriters Alliance of Gainesville offers readings from its latest journal Ronnie Lovler Dec 15, 20251 commentBacopa Literary Review was held on Sunday.
Local NewsBlindsided: Iconic Gainesville businesses included in 49 ADA lawsuits Lillian Hamman, Seth Johnson Dec 15, 2025103 commentsOwners forced to settle or spend after dozens of mirror suits.
NewsChildren’s Trust allocates $150K for food assistance amid SNAP benefits lapse Staff Reports Dec 15, 20253 commentsMajority of funding to go toward emergency food distribution.
NewsLake City child falls from pickup truck, dies Staff Reports Dec 15, 20250 commentsIncident happens on private property on NW Brook Loop.
SportsBuchholz gets rare win at The Purple Palace Mike Ridaught Dec 13, 20250 commentsBuchholz junior Jacob Bromirski knocks down three 3-pointers in game’s first three minutes.
BusinessGainesville chamber lays off 25% of staff, to sell downtown office Seth Johnson Dec 12, 202511 commentsFour staffers lose jobs, chamber takes out loan.
Government + PoliticsHigh Springs continues wastewater bill investigation, punts solid waste contract Lillian Hamman Dec 12, 20257 commentsCommission to make final solid waste vote in January.
SportsRidaught: Hawthorne football has the talent to repeat Mike Ridaught Dec 12, 20250 commentsFuture looks bright for Hornets’ program that has won three titles in four seasons.
CrimeColumbia County Sheriff’s Office seeks help identifying gunman Staff Reports Dec 12, 20250 commentsSuspect allegedly fires two rounds at vehicle on Dec. 1.
EducationElectrical Training Alliance of Gainesville offers path for aspiring electricians Nick Anschultz Dec 12, 20250 commentsTuition-free, hands-on apprenticeship program has been training electricians since 1948.
Sports4 area boys basketball teams ranked in power poll top 20 Marty Pallman Dec 12, 20250 commentsAndrew Jackson (Jacksonville) moves into top spot after 7-0 start
CrimeAlachua police seek public’s help to identify burglary suspect Staff Reports Dec 12, 20251 commentSuspect reportedly stole a pistol from car.
CrimeCitrus Springs man faces multiple charges in Chiefland murder-suicide case Staff Reports Dec 12, 20251 commentCharges include abuse of human remains and tampering with evidence in Dec. 5 incident.
Government + PoliticsGainesville plans to finalize comments and comprehensive plan by early 2026 Seth Johnson Dec 11, 20252 commentsPublic feedback still available.
SportsWilliston, Newberry ranked in regional girls basketball power poll top 10 Mike Ridaught Dec 11, 20250 commentsLast year, the Wildwood girls basketball team ran the table, finishing 25-0 with an FHSAA Rural state title. The Lady Wildcats began the year on top […]
Government + PoliticsArcher receives $5.7M for wastewater, extends interim city manager contract Lillian Hamman Dec 11, 20251 commentInterim city manager takes indefinite medical leave of absence.
CrimeCross City correctional officer faces charges for child sexual exploitation Staff Reports Dec 11, 20250 commentsDevin Waldeck also charged with distribution of child pornography.
EducationOak Hall School breaks ground on ‘Two Spaces. One Vision’ campaign Nick Anschultz Dec 11, 20250 commentsCampaign will help fund two new gymnasiums on campus.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County, Gainesville receive updates on cultural arts and food hub Seth Johnson Dec 10, 20252 commentsFood hub pilot scheduled for 2026.