Local wildlife artist creates gator face masks
Sep 10, 2020
Renowned Gainesville Wildlife Artist Jim Wilson announced that he was literally “back to the drawing board” on his Facebook page. He has, “dusted off the […]
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Local wildlife artist creates gator face masks
Renowned Gainesville Wildlife Artist Jim Wilson announced that he was literally “back to the drawing board” on his Facebook page. He has, “dusted off the […]
29 Alachua County high school students named National Merit semifinalists
Sep 10, 2020
It was announced this week that 29 Alachua County Public School students have been named semifinalists in the prestigious 2021 National Merit Scholarship Program. According to […]
Florida’s Minority Trailblazers: A conversation with Dr. Susan MacManus tonight
Sep 10, 2020
Florida’s Minority Trailblazers Dr. Susan MacManus Thursday, September 10, at 7 p.m. Virtual Program: Registration required via Zoom In celebration of the 19th Amendment centennial, which […]
Gainesville Police Department investigating armed robbery of a residence
Sep 9, 2020
Officers from the Gainesville Police Department responded to the 4900 block of NW 20th Terrace this morning at approximately 3:55AM in reference to an armed robbery of […]
Senior Spotlight: Taylor Kendrick’s speed and strength leads the Blue Wave into 2020
Sep 9, 2020
Today our senior spotlight is on Taylor Kendrick of P.K. Yonge High School. Kendrick plays football and will run track for the Blue Wave. He will […]
Parents upset that marching bands are limited to 50, won’t perform on fields
Sep 9, 2020
Alachua County Parent Jeni Smith launched a petition against the school district limiting marching bands from performing on the field and serving as pep bands only. […]
Giant power transformer makes safe trip from Newberry to Fort White solar farm
Sep 9, 2020
She arrived in Newberry by rail car two weeks ago as discreetly as a 144,000 pound power transformer could. And two weeks later, on a quiet […]
Florida gas prices hit 6-month highs; but lowest Labor Day in 16 years
Sep 9, 2020
Florida gas prices jumped 13 cents early last week. Drivers are now paying the highest price for gasoline since March. “Florida drivers are now feeling the […]
August rainfall was plentiful across central and north Florida
Sep 9, 2020
August brought above-average rainfall across much of the St. Johns River Water Management District and shrank a 12-month rainfall deficit in Putnam, St. Johns and Flagler […]
Gainesville Police Department investigating armed robbery at Domino’s Pizza
Sep 8, 2020
Officers from the Gainesville Police Department responded to an armed robbery early this morning to a Domino’s Pizza location at the 2100 block of SW 13th […]
Trio of medications showing early promise against coronavirus, UF Health researchers find
Sep 8, 2020
The race to find effective treatments for COVID-19 isn’t just about developing new drugs. University of Florida Health scientists are studying a trio of existing medications […]
Gainesville City Commissioner Adrian Hayes Santos hosting telephone town hall
Sep 8, 2020
Gainesville City Commissioner Adrian Hayes Santos will host a one-hour telephone town hall Monday, Sept. 14 at 7:15 p.m. for District 4 residents and all Gainesville […]
California heat wave triggers weekend fires
Sep 8, 2020
Rescuers in military helicopters assisted 207 campers in California’s Sierra National Forest after a wildfire left them stranded over the weekend. The Creek Fire began on […]
Alachua County Sheriff’s Office asking for help in solving possible homicide case from 2019
Sep 8, 2020
The Alachua County Sheriff’s Office is currently seeking help in locating Stephen Cox, who was last seen on September 3rd, 2019. His vehicle was found […]
On the Agenda: Pine Ridge RV Park proposal sparks concern from neighbors
Sep 7, 2020
A public hearing to discuss a proposed 374 RV site known as Pine Ridge RV Park will be considered by the Gilchrist County Board of County […]
Bell sweeps Union County in season opener
Sep 7, 2020
On Friday night, the Bell volleyball team swept visiting Union County (Lake Butler) 25-16, 25-23, 25-13 to move to 1-0 on the season. Senior Taria Liles […]
Alachua County Public Schools providing free meals for children through December
Sep 7, 2020
Alachua County Public Schools’ Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) Department has received authorization from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to offer free meals to all Alachua […]
Player of the Week: Mackey overcomes heavy heart to rally Hornets past Newberry 20-14
Sep 7, 2020
The Sonic Drive-In Player-of-the-Game for Friday, September 4th was Chaz’ Mackey of the Hawthorne Hornets. Mackey, a transfer quarterback from North Marion High School, threw two […]
Labor Day celebrates earning a living, but remember what work really means
Sep 7, 2020
The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on U.S. employment is dire. Economists estimate that 1 in 5 workers have lost their jobs. As a result, many […]
City of Gainesville eases parking restrictions
Sep 7, 2020
Due to the effects of the pandemic, the City of Gainesville announces the following changes to City parking restrictions and requirements: The grace period for neighborhood […]
Updating Breaking News: Bicyclist dies in collision with pickup truck in Levy County
Sep 6, 2020
The Florida Highway Patrol responded to a fatal crash between a pickup truck and bicycle this morning at approximately 7:17 am on NE 60th Street west of […]
In case you missed it: Farmer’s Market, Football Season, Kidnapping
Sep 6, 2020
It was a busy news week in our community. Among the stories Mainstreet Daily News covered were: The Union Farmer’s Market is relocated to Celebration Pointe […]
Brews, Yoga, Gaming… and God
Sep 6, 2020
GAINESVILLE – Before COVID-19 hit, there was an unusual gathering once a month at a local pub. It was called No Bull Bibles & Brews, and […]
Paddle Florida announces 2020-21 trip schedule
Sep 5, 2020
Paddle Florida announces its 2020-21 trip schedule starting with the Suwannee River Wilderness Trail on October 16-21. It’s the perfect way to celebrate Florida’s version of autumn on its […]