Marion County Sheriff’s Office keeps “Shop with a Cop” alive in 2020
Some things are pandemic-proof. The deputies at the Marion County Sheriff’s Office kept alive its “Shop with a Cop” tradition last Thursday by purchasing gifts for […]
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Marion County Sheriff’s Office keeps “Shop with a Cop” alive in 2020
Some things are pandemic-proof. The deputies at the Marion County Sheriff’s Office kept alive its “Shop with a Cop” tradition last Thursday by purchasing gifts for […]
UF Health chief epidemiologist debunks common COVID-19 vaccine myths
Here is a link to the UF Health COVID-19 website, for more information about the vaccine: https://coronavirus.ufhealth.org/vaccinations/ As the new vaccines developed to combat COVID-19 begin to […]
Hidden Atrocities (Part Five): The untold story of human trafficking in North Central Florida
Before spending the last 100 days researching and investigating human trafficking in North Central Florida, I thought it was primarily a big city problem. Before interviewing […]
Alachua police keep “Shop with a Cop” alive in 2020
Some traditions are pandemic-proof. The officers at the Alachua Police Department kept alive its “Shop with a Cop” tradition this weekend by purchasing gifts for kids, […]
Future looks bright for Hawthorne football in 2021
Last week the Hawthorne football team advanced to its first football state championship game in school history, and even though the Hornets lost to Baker, 27-14, […]
TOP story of 2020: UF doctor’s discovery used on every continent to battle COVID-19 spread
In the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, UF Health Anesthesiologist Dr. Bruce Spiess says he woke up in the middle of the night with an epiphany […]
Blue Wave wins Lake Area Tournament; COVID-19 mars SAMCO Classic at Trenton
The P.K. Yonge boys basketball team was awarded the Lake Area McDonald’s Christmas Tournament title. The Blue Wave finished 2-0 at the 3-day tournament hosted by […]
In case you missed it: Hawthorne Hornets, UF Health, and Alachua County
It was a busy news week in our community. Among the stories Mainstreet Daily News covered were: The Hawthorne Hornets came one win away from its […]
Updating Breaking News: Two-vehicle collision in Marion County kills Umatilla man
The Florida Highway Patrol responded to a two-vehicle crash at approximately 6:10 am on Friday in Marion County. According to the FHP report, A tractor-trailer, driven by […]
Boys Basketball: Columbia, Eastside, Hawthorne, and Santa Fe land in top 20
The top-ranked team in The Prep Zone Power Poll is still Andrew Jackson (Jacksonville). The Class 3A Tigers (7-0) solidified their hold on the top spot […]
COVID-19 testing: We’ve come a long way
The parking garage at UF Health Springhill was a different scene back in April when COVID-19 testing was new to Alachua County and test results took […]
Updating Breaking News: Pedestrian killed on US-90 in Suwannee County
The Florida Highway Patrol responded to a pedestrian fatality last night in Suwannee County at approximately 10:25 pm. According to the FHP report, a pickup truck, driven […]
Neighbors pray, Gainesville plastic surgeon offers scar revision for girl attacked by dogs
The mother of the seven-year-old girl attacked by two dogs while playing in her yard of the Valwood neighborhood Tuesday night shared photos of the wounds […]
Baker stops Hawthorne 27-14
It was a great ride… it just fell one game short. The undefeated Baker Gators defeated the Hawthorne Hornets 27-14 in the Class 1-A state championship […]
Hidden Atrocities (Part Four): The untold story of human trafficking in North Central Florida
Human traffickers deprive their victims of the most basic human rights: freedom and security. Trafficking victims are forced into cruel and inhumane conditions and are often […]
Hawthorne Hornets facing another powerhouse opponent in the undefeated Baker Gators
CLASS 1A STATE CHAMPIONSHIP PREVIEW WHO: Hawthorne Hornets (10-2) vs. Baker Gators (13-0) WHEN: Kickoff is at 7:02 p.m. Our pregame coverage begins at 6:30 p.m. on 106.9 FM […]
Free meals for children distributed on December 17th throughout Alachua County
Alachua County Public Schools will be distributing free meals for all children ages 0-18 at 24 locations throughout Alachua County from 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. […]
It’s a family atmosphere at Hawthorne
While the COVID-19 pandemic has been a global issue, it’s been a record-setting year for the Hornets’ athletic program. Just prior to the shutdown in March, […]
Updating Breaking News: Gainesville Fire Rescue responds to house fire
Crews from Gainesville Fire Rescue stations 1, 3, and 5 all responded to a report of a house fire at the 900 block of NW 10th Street […]
Hidden Atrocities (Part Three): The untold story of human trafficking in North Central Florida
“Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm. Stand therefore, having fastened […]
UF Health in Gainesville begins vaccinating high-risk health care employees against COVID-19
After months of anguish and anticipation, after the long days and the longer nights of a pandemic that has stressed communities across Florida, the nation and […]
A brief stroll will lead you to namesake visitors of Manatee Springs State Park
A few months ago, the 800 feet of boardwalk leading out to the Suwannee River lookout pavilion at Manatee Springs State Park were off limits. But […]
Trenton High School hosting Christmas Basketball tournament
Tomorrow afternoon, the Trenton High School basketball teams will host the Smith Asset Management Classic Christmas Tournament. Game one is Thursday afternoon at 3 p.m. as […]
Hidden Atrocities (Part Two): The untold story of human trafficking in North Central Florida
“I will seek the lost, and I will bring back the strayed, and I will bind up the injured, and I will strengthen the weak… I […]