The GOOD news this week… 06-07-2020
Jun 7, 2020
Here are seven stories from Mainstreet Daily News this week that will inspire, enlighten and engage you. Enjoy!
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The GOOD news this week… 06-07-2020
Here are seven stories from Mainstreet Daily News this week that will inspire, enlighten and engage you. Enjoy!
Former Gator shot and killed in Tampa
Jun 7, 2020
Reche Caldwell a standout wide receiver for the Florida Gators football team from 1998-2001, was shot and killed in Tampa on Saturday, according to reports. He was 41. […]
Eary led Belleview to a national ranking and undefeated start to the 2020 season
Jun 7, 2020
Today’s senior spotlight is on Lailah Eary of the Belleview High School softball team. Eary was a career .400 hitter for the Rattlers, as well as […]
County Commission meeting includes COVID-19 discussion, charter amendments
Jun 6, 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. […]
In case you missed it: COVID, Phase 2, Depot Park
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 […]
Senior Spotlight: Reynolds was a fierce competitor for Williston
Jun 6, 2020
Today’s senior spotlight is on Michael Reynolds of the Williston High School football and baseball teams. He is the twin brother of Madison Reynolds, who played […]
School Board receives hundreds of emails requesting school name change
Jun 6, 2020
Alachua County Public Schools Superintendent Karen Clarke has requested that the School Board of Alachua County discuss the name change of J.J. Finley Elementary School at […]
Alachua County Charter Review Commission meeting next week
Jun 5, 2020
The Alachua County 2020 Charter Review Commission (CRC) will meet on Wednesday, June 10, 2020, at 5:30 p.m. This is a virtual meeting, as authorized by the […]
Gainesville re-opening swimming pools in stages starting Monday
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 […]
Archer considers rate increases, amendments to land use and code ordinances
Jun 5, 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. […]
Levy County reports 18 positive COVID-19 cases from non-resident agricultural workers
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 […]
High Springs PD and the Basketball Cop Foundation building relationships with kids through sports
Jun 5, 2020
Jason Taylor and Adam Joy were on a mission. The School Resource Officers from the High Springs Police Department drove through local neighborhoods passing […]
Senior Spotlight: Lewis’ live bat led Columbia to a 9-3 start in 2020
Jun 5, 2020
Today’s senior spotlight is on Caroline Lewis of the Columbia (Lake City) softball team. Lewis was a career .359 hitter with 60 hits, 49 runs scored, […]
Alachua County may require local cinemas to submit re-opening plans
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 […]
County clarifies how State Order moving Florida into Phase 2 changes Emergency Order 20-25
Jun 4, 2020
The Alachua County Communications Office released the following statement clarifying how the State Executive Order 20-139 (moving Florida into Phase 2) changes County Emergency Order 20-25. Read […]
Cade Museum reopening Friday
Jun 4, 2020
The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention will reopen on Friday, June 5th, with a re-envisioned Cade Museum experience. The Cade will initially be open on Fridays […]
High Springs Police Chief asks for the community’s help in shooting incident
Jun 4, 2020
High Springs Police Chief Antoine Sheppard released the following statement about the May 29th shooting in High Springs, and asked for help in locating a suspect. […]
Senior Spotlight: Madison Reynolds, a four year starter at Williston, moving on to Jacksonville University
Jun 4, 2020
Today’s senior spotlight is on Madison Reynolds of the Williston High School softball team. Reynolds was a 4-year Varsity starter who played multiple positions. Reynolds was […]
Overnight apartment fire in Gainesville contained to one room; displaces family
Jun 3, 2020
Crews from the Gainesville Fire Rescue responded to an early morning fire at the Village 34 apartments on the 300 block of SW 34th Street. On […]
Legacy Park Summer Camp returns to Alachua but will look different due to COVID-19
Jun 3, 2020
Each day at Legacy Park Summer Camp, campers will discover new skills, build self-confidence, make new friends,and feel a sense of achievement. Camp activities include art, […]
Avery heading to UF after stellar water polo career at Gainesville High
Jun 3, 2020
Today’s senior spotlight is on Lucas Avery of Gainesville High School. Avery was on the varsity swim team and the water polo team, where he was […]
Phase 1 start for $13.5 million Alachua County Agriculture & Equestrian Center in Newberry awaits final permits
Jun 2, 2020
The $13.5 million Alachua County Agriculture & Equestrian Center in Newberry is one step closer to becoming a reality. And as soon as the Ajax Building […]
Food truck policy, early voting, fire assessment, and emergency order enforcement highlight Gainesville City Commission’s June 4th meeting
Jun 2, 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. […]
You are cordially invited to attend the Oak View Middle School virtual Spring Concert
Jun 2, 2020
“Hello from Carnegie Hall,” Oak View Middle School Band Teacher Lori Pirzer says as she stands in front of a virtual backdrop image of the legendary […]