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What else could 2020 bring to Florida? Genetically altered, lab bred mosquitoes

Mainstreet Daily News

Jun 9, 2020

The Center Square – A British biotech company has received an experimental use permit from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to release millions of genetically modified […]

Government + Politics

Gainesville commission discusses future in-person meetings

Suzette Cook

Jun 8, 2020

The Gainesville City Commission will continue holding virtual meetings through June 30th and are considering a location change for upcoming in-person meetings. At the June 4th […]

Health

UF Health project seeks to measure impact of coronavirus isolation on older adults

Bill Levesque | UF Health

Jun 8, 2020

Many Americans are facing troubling emotional and lifestyle consequences of the self-isolation necessitated by the novel coronavirus pandemic. Lack of contact with friends and family. Loneliness […]

Education

The GOOD news this week... 06-07-2020

Mainstreet Daily News

Jun 7, 2020

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

Government + Politics

In case you missed it: COVID, Phase 2, Depot Park

Mainstreet Daily News

Jun 6, 2020

It was a noteworthy news week in our community. The good news was Florida moved into Phase Two of re-opening. The bad news? 18 more cases […]

Government + Politics

Gainesville re-opening swimming pools in stages starting Monday

Mainstreet Daily News

Jun 5, 2020

The City of Gainesville’s Department of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs has scheduled a phased reopening of the city’s pools beginning Monday, June 8. City staff […]

Health

Levy County reports 18 positive COVID-19 cases from non-resident agricultural workers

Mainstreet Daily News

Jun 5, 2020

On June 5th, the Florida Department of Health informed Levy County of an increase of 18 positive COVID-19 cases. The increases in positive cases come from a […]

Health

Alachua County may require local cinemas to submit re-opening plans

Suzette Cook

Jun 4, 2020

Yes, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis gave the green light for movie theaters to reopen in Florida starting on June 5th, but don’t head over to your […]

Government + Politics

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

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 […]