Local News

Developing Story: Plans submitted for 487-unit development at former West End Golf Club

Suzette Cook

Jun 17, 2020

The Alachua County Planning staff met with JBrown Professional Group on June 16th to discuss a proposed 487-residential unit development that includes an 80-room hotel. According to […]

Business

2020 Spring Parade of Homes returning to Alachua County this weekend

Mainstreet Daily News

Jun 17, 2020

The 2020 Spring Parade of Homes™ is kicking off this Saturday, June 20th at noon! Make plans to take a tour through the community. This year’s Spring Parade […]

Local News

GFR responds to chemical fire at warehouse in Northwest Gainesville

Mainstreet Daily News

Jun 17, 2020

At 12:15 pm today, multiple Gainesville Fire Rescue crews responded to a 911 call for a chemical fire at a warehouse located at the 4400 block […]

Education

Blaskowski was a star swimmer and trailblazer for girl’s water polo in Alachua County

Mike Ridaught

Jun 17, 2020

Today’s senior spotlight is on Zoe Blaskowski of the Gainesville High School varsity swimming and Water Polo teams. Blaskowski went to the state swim meet as […]

Education

School board approves renaming of elementary school

Suzette Cook

Jun 17, 2020

Dozens of people encouraged the School Board of Alachua County to approve the name change of J.J. Finley Elementary including a second grader from Glen Springs […]

Business

Wawa opens its doors in Gainesville

Mainstreet Daily News

Jun 17, 2020

Wawa, Inc. today announced the opening of its first store in Gainesville, located at 2373 SW Archer Road. Wawa’s newest store, its first in Alachua County, […]

Business

High Dive returning in July

Mainstreet Daily News

Jun 17, 2020

To all the loyal High Dive fans out there… After more than 3 months of closure due to COVID-19, the time has come to announce […]

Business

Regal Cinemas reopening July 10

Mainstreet Daily News

Jun 16, 2020

Regal announces plans for the reopening of theatres starting Friday, July 10. Reopening plans include a wide range of new health and safety measures based on […]

Government + Politics

Springs County: Is there a feasible way to redraw county lines?

Suzette Cook

Jun 16, 2020

A grassroots effort to split Alachua County into two counties using 34th Street in Gainesville as the eastern edge is being spearheaded by a Newberry commissioner […]

Government + Politics

School district plans include mental health service referrals, board policies, student conduct code

Suzette Cook

Jun 16, 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. […]

Government + Politics

Alachua County Supervisor of Elections extends 2020 Primary Election early voting

Mainstreet Daily News

Jun 16, 2020

Alachua County Supervisor of Elections Kim A. Barton announced that her office will be extending the number of days early voting will be held ahead of […]

Local News

Prescribed fire today at Newnans Lake Conservation Area in Alachua County

Mainstreet Daily News

Jun 16, 2020

The St. Johns River Water Management District is conducting a 128-acre prescribed burn Tuesday on the northern portion of the Hatchet Creek tract of the Newnans […]

Government + Politics

Gainesville native serves aboard future U.S. Navy warship USS Kansas City

Mainstreet Daily News

Jun 16, 2020

SAN DIEGO – Petty Officer 1st Class Aaron Dampier, native of Gainesville, is serving aboard one of the nation’s newest and most versatile combat ships, the future […]

Education

Vonderstrasse’s speed and bat helped lead the Williston Red Devils to a state championship

Mike Ridaught

Jun 16, 2020

Today’s senior spotlight is on Dalton Vonderstrasse of the Williston High School baseball team. Vonderstrasse played centerfield and was a part of the Red Devils’ program […]

Education

Two Alachua County schools will participate in Florida Civics and Debate Initiative

Mainstreet Daily News

Jun 15, 2020

Tallahassee, Fla. – Governor Ron DeSantis and Commissioner of Education Richard Corcoran announced on June 12th that 60 schools, representing 28 districts in Florida, were chosen to […]

Government + Politics

Breaking Overnight: Gainesville Fire Rescue contains building fire at Archer Road Pizza Hut

Mainstreet Daily News

Jun 15, 2020

At 11:43 pm last night, the Combined Communications Center of the Gainesville Fire Rescue received a 911 call about a building fire at 3515 SW Archer […]

Local News

New Poetic Cuts Barbershop owner proud to carry on the tradition of Otto Duncan

Suzette Cook

Jun 15, 2020

Otto Duncan was a trailblazer. Over 60 years ago, he became the first African American licensed barber in the area. He served the High Springs community […]

Government + Politics

March for justice and equality draws hundreds of peaceful protesters to Newberry

Suzette Cook

Jun 14, 2020

Pastor Ken Gates raised his megaphone and turned to the more than 300 people who showed up with signs and face masks to march through Newberry […]

Education

The GOOD news this week… 06-14-2020

Mainstreet Daily News

Jun 14, 2020

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

Government + Politics

Gainesville continues phased reopening

Mainstreet Daily News

Jun 13, 2020

Parking enforcement to resume Monday The City of Gainesville resumes parking enforcement Monday, June 15. All neighbors are encouraged to adhere to posted parking guidance, […]

Government + Politics

Sheriff Darnell: “Alachua County Sheriff’s Office proud to be #8cantwait compliant”

Mainstreet Daily News

Jun 13, 2020

The Alachua County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) is committed to increasing dialogue and transparency in order to have a better understanding of racial discrimination within the criminal […]

Government + Politics

Cultural education center, land use changes on the County agenda next week

Mainstreet Daily News

Jun 13, 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. […]

Government + Politics

In case you missed it: Gator Killed, Archer City, 4th of July

Mainstreet Daily News

Jun 13, 2020

It was a noteworthy news week in our community. COVID-19 outbreaks hit the agricultural communities of Alachua and Levy Counties, the City of Alachua canceled its […]

Local Living

Drive-in movies showing at the Oaks Mall June 18-21

Suzette Cook

Jun 12, 2020

Two local venues for shows and concerts are sponsoring a pop-up movie tour next week at the Oaks Mall. Pat Lavery, owner of Glory Days Presents! […]

Developing Story: Plans submitted for 487-unit development at former West End Golf Club

2020 Spring Parade of Homes returning to Alachua County this weekend

GFR responds to chemical fire at warehouse in Northwest Gainesville

Blaskowski was a star swimmer and trailblazer for girl’s water polo in Alachua County

School board approves renaming of elementary school

Wawa opens its doors in Gainesville

High Dive returning in July

Regal Cinemas reopening July 10

Springs County: Is there a feasible way to redraw county lines?

School district plans include mental health service referrals, board policies, student conduct code

Alachua County Supervisor of Elections extends 2020 Primary Election early voting

Prescribed fire today at Newnans Lake Conservation Area in Alachua County

Gainesville native serves aboard future U.S. Navy warship USS Kansas City

Vonderstrasse’s speed and bat helped lead the Williston Red Devils to a state championship

Two Alachua County schools will participate in Florida Civics and Debate Initiative

Breaking Overnight: Gainesville Fire Rescue contains building fire at Archer Road Pizza Hut

New Poetic Cuts Barbershop owner proud to carry on the tradition of Otto Duncan

March for justice and equality draws hundreds of peaceful protesters to Newberry

The GOOD news this week… 06-14-2020

Gainesville continues phased reopening

Sheriff Darnell: “Alachua County Sheriff’s Office proud to be #8cantwait compliant”

Cultural education center, land use changes on the County agenda next week

In case you missed it: Gator Killed, Archer City, 4th of July

Drive-in movies showing at the Oaks Mall June 18-21

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