Lowest Thanksgiving gas prices in state since 2008
Floridians who took a holiday road trip last week found the lowest Thanksgiving gas prices in 12 years. Florida gas prices averaged $2.03 per gallon on Thanksgiving Day. […]
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Lowest Thanksgiving gas prices in state since 2008
Floridians who took a holiday road trip last week found the lowest Thanksgiving gas prices in 12 years. Florida gas prices averaged $2.03 per gallon on Thanksgiving Day. […]
UF vets use novel treatment to save Louie, the trailblazing seahorse
Louie the seahorse is back home in his 45-gallon saltwater tank and doing swimmingly, thanks to innovative treatment at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine for […]
Two fallen FHP Troopers receiving Roadway Designation tribute in Alachua and Dixie Counties
Two Florida Highway Patrol Troopers will receive recognition this week in two ceremonies to honor their ultimate sacrifice to the FHP and the citizens they serve. […]
All Aboard: Kirby Farm Christmas Train ride brings on the joy when we need it most
Hot cocoa, a vintage Ferris wheel, busy elves wrapping gifts, wafts of steam rising above a 100-year-old locomotive, boiled peanuts, fresh made cotton candy, a magic […]
Buchholz loses epic battle; Columbia, Hawthorne advance while Union County’s upset bid falls short
Niceville 38, Buchholz 35 The high school football season came to an end on Friday night for the Buchholz Bobcats, but not without a fight against […]
New Health Officer selected for Dixie, Levy, and Gilchrist Counties
TALLAHASSEE— The Florida Department of Health is pleased to announce Natalie McKellips, JD, as the Health Officer for Dixie, Levy and Gilchrist Counties effective November 20, 2020. She […]
Archeologists: Retail store in Micanopy will not adversely impact cultural resources
The Alachua County Development Review Committee will meet on Dec. 3 at 9:30 a.m. Items on the agenda for the meeting include: The Johnson Dock and […]
UF given 27,000 acres of land for conservation, outdoor classroom and laboratory
More than 27,000 rural acres near Yeehaw Junction in Florida’s southern Osceola County has been gifted to the University of Florida to protect one of the […]
Gainesville police investigating weekend shooting
The Gainesville Police Department responded to a shooting call on Sunday, November 29th at approximately 1:46 AM. GPD officers found two persons that were shot in […]
COVID -19 Quarantine postpones Chief Theatre opening of Robin Hood and His Merry Men
The Chief Theatre was scheduled to re-open December 4th with the live production of Robin Hood and His Merry Men. Unfortunately, in these uncertain times, the […]
Breaking News Overnight: Dunnellon man killed in one vehicle crash in Marion County
The Florida Highway Patrol responded to a crash last night that occurred at approximately 10 pm in Marion County. According to the FHP report, a 21-year-old Dunnellon […]
Florida nears one-million COVID-19 cases
COVID-19 cases in Florida are expected to reach more than one million later today (Nov. 30th). And while Alachua County cases are not the highest […]
Cold front rolls in, residents say tornado touched down in Springtree neighborhood
Gainesville Resident Donna Sheffield says a tornado came through her Springtree neighborhood early this morning (Nov. 30th) as predicted extreme weather swept through Alachua County. “Took […]
Walt Disney World to lay off 4,000 more employees than it initially reported
The Center Square – The Walt Disney Co. is planning to layoff about 4,000 more employees than it initially reported to the federal government because of […]
Breaking News Overnight: Gainesville woman killed in one vehicle crash in Alachua County
The Florida Highway Patrol responded to a crash last night at approximately 2:30 am in Alachua County. According to the FHP report, a Hyundai Santa Fe was […]
In case you missed it: Hawthorne Hornets, Annexed Land, Tiny Homes
It was a busy news week in our community. Among the stories Mainstreet Daily News covered were: The Hawthorne Hornets and Columbia Tigers advance to the […]
Despite confusion, thousands of former Florida felons voted successfully
TALLAHASSEE – Voting-rights advocates say they’re working to keep the momentum going, registering Floridians with felony convictions so they can vote in future elections. Conflicting court […]
Updating Breaking News: Steinhatchee man killed in one vehicle crash in Dixie County
The Florida Highway Patrol responded to a crash last night at approximately 7:40 PM in Dixie County. According to the FHP report, a pickup truck driven by […]
The Chief Theatre presents Robin Hood and His Merry Men
The Chief Theatre has had a long struggle since its doors were forced to close in March 2020 due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. Thanks to […]
Living Shorelines: A natural defense to storms
TALLAHASSEE – Back in September, as Hurricane Sally battered Florida’s panhandle with a deluge of rain and high winds, some locals said their living shorelines were […]
Columbia nips Mainland; advances to regional finals
All seemed lost after the Columbia Tigers lost five games in a row to begin their season, but then their fortune made a 180-degree turn after […]
Hawthorne shuts down Wildwood; advances to state semifinals
The Hawthorne Hornets have relied on patience, opportunistic offense and a smothering defense this season. And in the regional finals against the Wildwood Wildcats, it was […]
Buchholz loses overtime thriller to Niceville 38-35
The Niceville Eagles remained unbeaten with a thrilling 38-35 double overtime victory against the Buchholz Bobcats. It was an impressive season for the Buchholz. After a 35-14 […]
Madison County rallies past Union County 18-7
The Madison County Cowboys scored 12 fourth quarter points en route to an 18-7 victory over the Union County Tigers Friday night in the Class 1-A Region […]