State opens bars on September 14th and County steps up enforcement
Sep 12, 2020
As the latest from Tallahassee allows bars to open at the same time positive cases are spiking, the County’s new Order allows the County and other […]
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State opens bars on September 14th and County steps up enforcement
As the latest from Tallahassee allows bars to open at the same time positive cases are spiking, the County’s new Order allows the County and other […]
City and local restaurants, breweries team together to create StreateryGNV
Sep 12, 2020
The Gainesville City Commission approved a temporary repeal of its open container law, by a 4-3 vote Thursday, in support of a comprehensive strategy to accommodate the creation […]
Florida’s Minority Trailblazers: A conversation with Dr. Susan MacManus tonight
Sep 10, 2020
Florida’s Minority Trailblazers Dr. Susan MacManus Thursday, September 10, at 7 p.m. Virtual Program: Registration required via Zoom In celebration of the 19th Amendment centennial, which […]
Gainesville Police Department investigating armed robbery of a residence
Sep 9, 2020
Officers from the Gainesville Police Department responded to the 4900 block of NW 20th Terrace this morning at approximately 3:55AM in reference to an armed robbery of […]
Giant power transformer makes safe trip from Newberry to Fort White solar farm
Sep 9, 2020
She arrived in Newberry by rail car two weeks ago as discreetly as a 144,000 pound power transformer could. And two weeks later, on a quiet […]
Gainesville Police Department investigating armed robbery at Domino’s Pizza
Sep 8, 2020
Officers from the Gainesville Police Department responded to an armed robbery early this morning to a Domino’s Pizza location at the 2100 block of SW 13th […]
Alachua County Sheriff’s Office asking for help in solving possible homicide case from 2019
Sep 8, 2020
The Alachua County Sheriff’s Office is currently seeking help in locating Stephen Cox, who was last seen on September 3rd, 2019. His vehicle was found […]
On the Agenda: Pine Ridge RV Park proposal sparks concern from neighbors
Sep 7, 2020
A public hearing to discuss a proposed 374 RV site known as Pine Ridge RV Park will be considered by the Gilchrist County Board of County […]
City of Gainesville eases parking restrictions
Sep 7, 2020
Due to the effects of the pandemic, the City of Gainesville announces the following changes to City parking restrictions and requirements: The grace period for neighborhood […]
In case you missed it: Farmer’s Market, Football Season, Kidnapping
Sep 6, 2020
It was a busy news week in our community. Among the stories Mainstreet Daily News covered were: The Union Farmer’s Market is relocated to Celebration Pointe […]
County Commission discussing COVID-19, proposed millage rates and tentative budget on Tuesday
Sep 5, 2020
Editor’s Note: On the Agenda is a summary of high interest items to be decided on or discussed at upcoming local municipal meetings in Alachua County. […]
Breaking News Overnight: Six shot at early morning Williston block party
Sep 5, 2020
The Levy County Sheriff’s Office responded to the location of a staged protest turned block party in East Williston to reports of individuals shot. At the […]
DeSantis wants local governments to report all COVID-19 measures implemented
Sep 4, 2020
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis wants all local governments to report any COVID-19 response activities in writing. On Friday (Sept. 4th) DeSantis issued the following statement: “Per […]
Updating Breaking News: Gas leak shuts down businesses in Butler Plaza
Sep 3, 2020
Crews from Gainesville Fire Rescue (GFR), including the Hazardous Material (HazMat) team responded to the Esplanade at Butler Plaza due to a gas main leak at […]
County Commission changes CARES Act process to funnel more money to individuals and businesses
Sep 3, 2020
At a recent County Commission meeting, changes were made to funnel more of the available CARES Act money to individuals and businesses. The Commission made the […]
Alachua County and Gainesville governments announce Labor Day service schedules
Sep 3, 2020
Here are the Labor Day service schedules for the City of Gainesville and Alachua County governments: ALACHUA COUNTY Other than emergency services, all Alachua County […]
Gainesville police arrest suspect for discharging firearm at a residence
Sep 3, 2020
Officers from the Gainesville Police Department were dispatched to the 2700 block of NE 11th Place on Wednesday at approximately 8:04 AM, in reference to reports of […]
Governor lifts restrictions on nursing home visits
Sep 1, 2020
TALLAHASSEE – Today, at Governor DeSantis’ direction, Florida Division of Emergency Management Director and State Coordinating Officer Jared Moskowitz issued an Emergency Order that lifts restrictions […]
Bizarre 911 call leads Levy County detectives to kidnap victim
Sep 1, 2020
A couple on the run from Clay County authorities has been apprehended by the Levy County Sheriff’s Office following a bizarre 911 call made to the […]
169 law enforcement officers in the US have died in the line of duty in 2020; 91 from COVID-19
Sep 1, 2020
Tallahassee – The Florida Police Chiefs Association (FPCA) and the Florida Sheriffs Association (FSA) are designating the month of September 2020, to honor the service and sacrifice […]
Gainesville police respond to shots fired; warn of alarming trend
Sep 1, 2020
At approximately 6:30PM on Monday, Gainesville Police Department units responded to reports of multiple shots fired at the 400 block of NE 11th Street. After arriving to […]
Alachua County Commission conducting Special Meeting on CARES Act
Sep 1, 2020
Editor’s Note: On the Agenda is a summary of high interest items to be decided on or discussed at upcoming local municipal meetings in Alachua County. […]
In case you missed it: Schools, CARES Act Funds, Ginnie Springs
Aug 30, 2020
It was a busy news week in our community. Among the stories Mainstreet Daily News covered were: A Florida judge gives local control to districts to […]
Gainesville traffic impacts: Part of NW First Avenue closing for 2 years
Aug 27, 2020
Below are the updated City of Gainesville traffic impacts scheduled for Aug. 28-Sept. 4. New Notices NW First Avenue: Beginning Aug. 27, 2020, the 1600-1700 block […]