Preaching under the old oak tree
May 3, 2020
Parishioner Franklin Jones takes a folding aluminum rocking chair out of the trunk of his car and picks the perfect spot to set up under the […]
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Preaching under the old oak tree
Parishioner Franklin Jones takes a folding aluminum rocking chair out of the trunk of his car and picks the perfect spot to set up under the […]
“I DO!” Couples take the fast lane to marriage at county courthouse despite COVID-19 restrictions
May 1, 2020
They promised to be honest, committed, faithful and stay together through the best and the worst. Getting married in your car during a global pandemic might […]
Despite the silence in downtown music, HIGH DIVE won’t back down
Apr 30, 2020
Editor’s Note Mainstreet Daily News, in a collaboration with Noel Leroux, founder of Gainesville Downtown, is spotlighting downtown businesses to learn how each one is coping with […]
City of Gainesville capitalizes on fuel price lows
Apr 28, 2020
The Gainesville City Commission has locked in low fuel prices by voting to establish a fuel hedging policy. According to City Manager Lee Feldman, the unanimous […]
Creation happens in the not-so-idle hands of a Gainesville stand-up comedian
Apr 26, 2020
It all started with a comic book character named “Is’Nana the Were-Spider” who was responsible for releasing creatures of horror into the world. The comic book […]
After a brief pause, MOJO Hogtown Bar-B-Que returns!
Apr 25, 2020
Editor’s Note Mainstreet Daily News, in a collaboration with Noel Leroux, founder of Gainesville Downtown, is spotlighting downtown businesses to learn how each one is coping with […]
Gauging gas prices in Alachua County
Apr 23, 2020
A year ago, the national average of price per gallon of regular unleaded gas was $2.89 according to AAA. Today, that average has plunged to $1.792 […]
Artwork Gainesville canceled, but GFAA pushes back on pandemic with online exhibition
Apr 22, 2020
Editor’s Note Mainstreet Daily News, in a collaboration with Noel Leroux, founder of Gainesville Downtown, is spotlighting downtown businesses to learn how each one is coping with […]
Santa Fe Zoo hosts Party for the Planet April 22
Apr 21, 2020
In honor of the 50th anniversary of Earth Day Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo is hosting a virtual “Party for the Planet.” They will be celebrating […]
Despite COVID-19 the show must (virtually) go on
Apr 21, 2020
Editor’s Note Mainstreet Daily News, in a collaboration with Noel Leroux, founder of Gainesville Downtown, is spotlighting downtown businesses to learn how each one is coping with […]
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium ‘Won’t Back Down’
Apr 20, 2020
Thousands of steps to climb and exercise on continue to draw people to work out at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, home of the Gator football team […]
Despite COVID-19, the Vine expands to five days a week
Apr 18, 2020
Editor’s Note Mainstreet Daily News, in a collaboration with Noel Leroux, founder of Gainesville Downtown, is spotlighting downtown businesses to learn how each one is coping with […]
Archer plans for new playground and splash park
Apr 18, 2020
At first, the City of Archer was planning to build a gymnasium for the community. But after taking the cost and upkeep into account, the commission […]
EZ the Clown sends message of thanks to frontline employees
Apr 18, 2020
EZ the Clown used to give back to the community by visiting children’s hospitals and making people laugh. Now, he works as the production manager at […]
Newberry High senior photos on display at city hall
Apr 17, 2020
Cars whizzing by Newberry City Hall will get a glimpse of the Newberry High School graduating class. About 150 signs each with each senior’s photo and […]
GRU lowers bills through September
Apr 16, 2020
For more than a month, GRU has been responding to the developing situation around the COVID-19 pandemic, with the commitment to safely deliver life-essential electric, water, […]
Basketball Cop Foundation, local restaurants partner to hand out free meals to truckers
Apr 15, 2020
Photos courtesy Basketball Cop Foundation Weary truckers are putting in overtime as they transport much needed supplies throughout the U.S. and Florida. And with limited food […]
Boca Fiesta contemplates a year without graduation and Cinco de Mayo
Apr 14, 2020
Editor’s Note Mainstreet Daily News, in a collaboration with Noel Leroux, founder of Gainesville Downtown, is spotlighting downtown businesses to learn how each one is coping with […]
Sesame Street offers Elmo’s Playdate to help kids connect in challenging times
Apr 14, 2020
Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit organization behind Sesame Street, is airing a simulcast special to help kids and families around the world feel connected in this time […]
Pilot program provides meals to vulnerable residents, supports local restaurants
Apr 13, 2020
Starting today (April 13th), Gainesville area restaurants will provide meals to some of the city’s most vulnerable residents during the coronavirus crisis. The City of Gainesville […]
Public outcry allows Madrina’s to reopen
Apr 13, 2020
Editor’s Note Mainstreet Daily News, in a collaboration with Noel Leroux, founder of Gainesville Downtown, is spotlighting downtown businesses to learn how each one is coping with […]
CLF Church keeps Easter photo booth tradition alive
Apr 11, 2020
Pastor Gary Bracewell and his wife Linda like to have fun, and the Easter photo contest has been a tradition at their CLF Church in Newberry […]
Mai Kai Kava is taking it one customer at a time
Apr 11, 2020
Editor’s Note Mainstreet Daily News, in a collaboration with Noel Leroux, founder of Gainesville Downtown, is spotlighting downtown businesses to learn how each one is coping with […]
Westside Baptist Church offers virtual journey to the cross
Apr 10, 2020
Westside Baptist Church Pastor David Chauncey wanted to put something together for his congregation this Easter weekend even though “we can’t come together as a church […]