The GOOD news this week… 06-28-2020
Jun 28, 2020
Here are eight stories from Mainstreet Daily News this week that will inspire, enlighten and engage you. Enjoy!
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The GOOD news this week… 06-28-2020
Here are eight stories from Mainstreet Daily News this week that will inspire, enlighten and engage you. Enjoy!
Alachua County announces its schedule for the 4th of July weekend
Jun 27, 2020
Other than emergency services, all Alachua County government offices will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2020, in observance of the Independence Day Holiday. The […]
Breaking News: Employees at four Publix locations in Gainesville test positive for COVID-19
Jun 27, 2020
A Publix Super Markets spokesperson confirmed on June 27th that employees at four store locations in Gainesville have tested positive for COVID-19. According to Media Relations […]
In case you missed it: Bars Closing, Face Masks, COVID Cases
Jun 27, 2020
It was a noteworthy news week in our community. COVID-19 outbreaks hit the state even harder than last week, homeowners pushed back on a plan submitted […]
Ramirez leaves his mark at Gainesville High School
Jun 27, 2020
Today’s senior spotlight is on Danny Ramirez of the Gainesville High School swimming and water polo teams. Ramirez was a team captain and played whole defender […]
“Here you go, have a face mask”
Jun 26, 2020
City of Gainesville Code Enforcement Officers Samantha Norris and John Gates spent time at the Home Depot store on Tower Road Friday morning greeting mask-wearing customers […]
West End homeowners band together to protect their backyard from developer
Jun 26, 2020
More than 30 homeowners who enjoyed West End Golf course as their backyard want to keep it that way. A week after receiving development plans submitted […]
UF Health awarded $1 million grant for pediatric telehealth services to underserved patients
Jun 26, 2020
The University of Florida College of Medicine’s department of pediatrics has been awarded a nearly $1 million federal grant to expand telemedicine services and equipment among […]
Meridian Healthcare partners with ACSO for Co-Responder program
Jun 26, 2020
As part of Meridian Behavioral Healthcare Inc.’s long-term strategy to establish Co-Responder programs throughout the communities it serves, a Co-Responder team has been launched this month […]
Alachua County commissioner appointed to national committee
Jun 25, 2020
County Commissioner Ken Cornell has been appointed to serve as Vice Chair of the National Association of Counties’ (NACo) Land Use Subcommittee and Vice Chair of […]
Bronson Speedway owner responds to Bubba Wallace controversy
Jun 25, 2020
Ann Young, owner of the Bronson Speedway, released the following statement on the Bronson Speedway Facebook page: As Bronson Speedway’s sole owner, a woman in […]
COVID-19 testing coming to East Gainesville this weekend
Jun 25, 2020
The City of Gainesville, the Community Foundation of North Central Florida and the Walmart Foundation have partnered to deliver free drive-thru testing from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. […]
UF study: 2 million Americans buy prescription drugs outside the country
Jun 25, 2020
Buying prescription drugs from other countries is one way some Americans have coped with rising drug prices. A new University of Florida study, published today in […]
Volleyball, Weightlifting, Track and Field, and Valedictorian; it’s all in a high school career for Chiefland High School’s Reagan Hudson
Jun 25, 2020
Today’s senior spotlight is on Reagan Hudson of Chiefland High School. Hudson played volleyball for the Indians, and was also on the varsity weightlifting, and track […]
Horvath’s 10 goals, 7 steals propels GHS to water polo prominence
Jun 24, 2020
Today’s senior spotlight is on Will Horvath of Gainesville High School. Horvath was on the varsity swim team and the water polo team at GHS. This […]
GFR responds to 2-car crash in Gainesville
Jun 24, 2020
Gainesville Fire Rescue (GFR) responded Monday afternoon to a two-car crash with injuries near the intersection of SW 11th Street and 2nd Avenue. The Combined Communications […]
There’s still time to participate in the Guardian ad Litem virtual information sessions today
Jun 24, 2020
The Alachua County Guardian ad Litem Program is seeking Child Advocate Volunteers and is hosting two information sessions on Wednesday, June 24, 2020, at 10 a.m. or […]
Breaking News: County Commission tightens enforcement of face covering requirement
Jun 23, 2020
Two days after Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced plans to more closely monitor businesses in non-compliance of COVID-19 operating guidelines, Alachua County is stepping up its […]
UF Health: Medication most effective quitting method for cancer survivors who smoke
Jun 23, 2020
For years, evidence has shown the negative effects that smoking cigarettes has on cancer patients’ health outcomes, but sometimes quitting is easier said than done. Now […]
Got coins? Local businesses might need them
Jun 23, 2020
When the economy shut down in March due to the COVID-19 pandemic, coins stopped circulating and that has started to impact local businesses. The Federal Reserve […]
Celebration Pointe continues its Summer Drive-In Series with National Lampoon’s Vacation
Jun 23, 2020
Tired of staying at home? Grab your family, bring your appetite and get ready to watch a classic, National Lampoon’s Vacation! Celebration Pointe along with Gift […]
Alachua County real estate market sending mixed signals with May report
Jun 23, 2020
The May sales report is in and the data is sending mixed signals. May 2020 sales are down 28% compared to May 2019. “Even though closings […]
Voter registration deadline approaching for 2020 Primary Election in Alachua County
Jun 22, 2020
The voter registration deadline for the 2020 Primary Election is July 20. Additionally, any voter who desires to change his or her party affiliation must […]
Shooting in Waldo kills one, injures another
Jun 22, 2020
Alachua County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a call about a large block party in Waldo at approximately 3:00am on June 21st at the 14000 block […]