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Health

Updating Breaking News from Wednesday: Florida bars, theaters re-open Friday; NBA eyes Orlando as ‘epicenter’ to restart season

Mainstreet Daily News

Jun 4, 2020

The Center Square – Most Florida bars, movie theaters, bowling alleys and theme parks can reopen at 50 percent capacity beginning Friday. Gov. Ron DeSantis made […]

Education

Florida teachers’ union submits plan to reopen schools for fall

Mainstreet Daily News

Jun 4, 2020

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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 […]

Education

UF issues draft of Fall 2020 reopening plan

Suzette Cook

Jun 3, 2020

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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 […]

Education

UF Health students tackle community needs through COVID-19 Student Service Corps

Mainstreet Daily News

Jun 2, 2020

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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 […]

Covid-19

City of Alachua offering COVID-19 testing

Mainstreet Daily News

Jun 1, 2020

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The City of Alachua is partnering with the Florida Department of Health in Alachua County to provide drive-thru COVID-19 testing to Alachua residents ages 10 and […]

Education

UF Health pediatrician answers questions about child vaccinations and COVID-19

Mainstreet Daily News

Jun 1, 2020

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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 […]

Education

The GOOD news this week… 05-31-2020

Mainstreet Daily News

May 31, 2020

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Here are ninestories from Mainstreet Daily News this week that will inspire, enlighten and engage you. Enjoy!

Education

In case you missed it: Health Administrator, Santa Fe Zoo, Cade Museum

Mainstreet Daily News

May 30, 2020

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It was a noteworthy news week in Alachua County. From an anonymous donor helping out the Bread of the Mighty Food Bank, to good news on […]

Government + Politics

Florida approaches 1 million COVID-19 tests

Suzette Cook

May 30, 2020

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Gov. Ron DeSantis announced from a Home Depot in Boca Raton on Friday May 29th that Florida is approaching the 1 million COVID-19 test results mark. […]

Government + Politics

Judge releases order allowing Alachua County to mandate face masks

Mainstreet Daily News

May 29, 2020

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The Alachua County Communications Office released the full text of the order (Justin Green vs. Alachua County) from Judge Donna M. Keim of the 8th Circuit […]

Government + Politics

Joint county and city commissions will talk emergency order enforcement, aviation unit, radio system on May 29

Mainstreet Daily News

May 27, 2020

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The Alachua Board of County Commissioners and the Gainesville City Commission will outline plans for a continued shared aviation law enforcement unit, the upgrade and expansion […]

Business

Disney presents plan to reopen on July 11th

Mainstreet Daily News

May 27, 2020

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According to the site wdwinfo.com, Walt Disney World could open its gates on July 11th. Jim McPhee, Senior Vice President of Operations for Walt Disney World, […]

Health

Health Administrator: New cases are on the decline in Alachua County

Suzette Cook

May 27, 2020

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Alachua County Health Department Administrator Paul Myers said about 16,000 COVID-19 tests have been completed in Alachua County as of May 26th and the positivity rate […]

Government + Politics

School Board turns to BOCC for youth summer program protocols

Suzette Cook

May 26, 2020

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While the Florida governor has deferred to parents to make decisions about sending their kids to summer youth camps and activities, local municipalities have taken the […]

Covid-19

Newberry offering COVID-19 testing

Mainstreet Daily News

May 26, 2020

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The City of Newberry and the Alachua County Health Department have partnered to offer a drive-thru COVID-19 testing site at the Newberry Fire Station (310 NW […]

Government + Politics

Free COVID-19 testing in High Springs

Mainstreet Daily News

May 26, 2020

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The City of High Springs and Alachua County Health Department will offer FREE COVID-19 testing at the High Springs Civic Center on Wednesday, June 3rd from […]

Health

LifeSouth Community Blood Centers screening eligible donors for COVID-19 antibodies

Mainstreet Daily News

May 26, 2020

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Life South is offering free screening for all eligible donors for COVID-19 antibodies. The test is authorized by the FDA and detects if you have developed […]

Health

Archer offering drive-thru COVID-19 testing

Mainstreet Daily News

May 25, 2020

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COVID-19 Testing in Archer begins on June 2nd from 9:00am – 12:00pm at the Archer Fire Station located at 17128 SW Archer Road, Archer. The deadline […]

Education

The GOOD news this week… 05-24-2020

Mainstreet Daily News

May 24, 2020

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Here are eight stories from Mainstreet Daily News this week that will inspire, enlighten and engage you. Enjoy!

Faith + Inspiration

Florida faith leaders see hope in face of COVID-19

Mainstreet Daily News

May 24, 2020

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Despite all the losses, challenges and restrictions brought on by the coronavirus, some faith leaders are leaning in to help find solutions to common problems. In […]

Government + Politics

Tuesday county commission meeting will include COVID-19 discussion, and charter amendments

Mainstreet Daily News

May 23, 2020

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The Alachua County Commission will conduct their Virtual Regular Meeting on Tuesday, May 26, 2020, at 11:30 a.m. The evening portion of this meeting is canceled. […]

Education

In case you missed it: Graduations, Skate Park, Commissioners

Mainstreet Daily News

May 23, 2020

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It was a noteworthy news week in Alachua County. From face mask debates and votes, to skate park controversies, to a virtual swearing-in ceremony, it was […]

Government + Politics

Newberry claims less density deems mandatory face mask rule unnecessary

Suzette Cook

May 22, 2020

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Newberry Mayor Jordan Marlowe signed an Emergency Order on May 21st that mirrors the state’s current order and removes the requirement of wearing a face mask […]

Health

Is it safe to go to a pool, the beach or a park? A doctor offers guidance

Mainstreet Daily News

May 22, 2020

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Even if we escaped getting sick from the coronavirus, we are all sick of staying at home, practicing social distancing and wearing masks. While case numbers […]

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