News

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

Florida Educators: Funding essential to reopen schools safely

Mainstreet Daily News

Jun 15, 2020

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Gov. Ron DeSantis says Florida will use nearly $1 billion in federal CARES Act funds to help schools reopen at full capacity in August, as […]

Health

Am I immune to COVID-19 if I have antibodies?

Mainstreet Daily News

Jun 15, 2020

Perhaps the most important question now about COVID-19 is the degree to which a prior infection protects from a second infection by the new coronavirus. This […]

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 […]

Covid-19

Florida COVID-19 positive tests remain over 2,000 for second straight day

Mainstreet Daily News

Jun 14, 2020

Florida is reporting for the second day in a row more than 2,000 positive COVID-19 test results, which is the second-highest one-day increase in new COVID-19 […]

Business

DeSantis signs bill allowing college athletes to be paid for name, image, and likeness

Mainstreet Daily News

Jun 14, 2020

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed SB 646: Intercollegiate Athlete Compensation and Rights, authorizing certain intercollegiate athletes to earn compensation for the use of their names, images, […]

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

DeSantis dismisses alarm over sustained Florida uptick in new COVID-19 cases

Mainstreet Daily News

Jun 14, 2020

The Center Square – There were 1,902 new COVID-19 cases reported in Florida on Friday, a single-day record to cap a week in which 10,000 people […]

Faith + Inspiration

Grace on display that lit up my life

Mike Gilland

Jun 14, 2020

It was the late ‘70s, and I was a television producer for an Indiana church’s TV ministry. Our show was called “Reborn,” and it featured stories […]

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, […]

Health

Record daily positive cases reported by DOH for Florida: 2,581

Mainstreet Daily News

Jun 13, 2020

TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Department of Health (DOH), in order to provide more comprehensive data, releases a report on COVID-19 cases in Florida once per day. The DOH […]

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! […]

Education

Senior Spotlight: Geiger’s all-state performance for Williston leads to scholarship at North Florida

Mike Ridaught

Jun 12, 2020

Today’s senior spotlight is on Miranda Geiger of the Williston High School softball team. Geiger was a 4-year starter, three time All-State, and All-Area selection. Academically, […]

Local News

Newberry community marching for justice and equality this weekend

Suzette Cook

Jun 12, 2020

Newberry resident and former commissioner Alena Lawson says the March for Justice and Equality will happen on Saturday June 13th in Newberry, “rain or shine.” Lawson, […]

Health

Alachua County Sheriff’s Office seeing a rise in drug overdoses; fentanyl-laced pills could be the reason

Suzette Cook

Jun 12, 2020

The Alachua County Sheriff’s office reported that several recent overdose cases in the last month are connected to fentanyl-laced pills circulating the area. ASCO Public Information Officer […]

Education

Florida taps into $474 million in federal aid to prepare schools for August classes

Mainstreet Daily News

Jun 12, 2020

The Center Square – Florida’s 2.8 million K-12 students will return to on-site classes in more than 4,000 schools across the state in August, Gov. Ron […]

Local Living

Cedar Key History Museum reopens

Mainstreet Daily News

Jun 12, 2020

The Cedar Key Historical Society was founded in 1977 by a group of citizens dedicated to preserving the long and rich history of Cedar Key. And […]

Government + Politics

Breaking News: 2020 Republican National Convention moving from Charlotte to Jacksonville

Mainstreet Daily News

Jun 11, 2020

One city’s loss is another’s gain. On Thursday, the Republican National Committee announced it selected Jacksonville to host its 2020 convention after Charlotte, North Carolina could […]

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

Florida Educators: Funding essential to reopen schools safely

Am I immune to COVID-19 if I have antibodies?

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

Florida COVID-19 positive tests remain over 2,000 for second straight day

DeSantis signs bill allowing college athletes to be paid for name, image, and likeness

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

The GOOD news this week… 06-14-2020

DeSantis dismisses alarm over sustained Florida uptick in new COVID-19 cases

Grace on display that lit up my life

Gainesville continues phased reopening

Record daily positive cases reported by DOH for Florida: 2,581

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

Senior Spotlight: Geiger’s all-state performance for Williston leads to scholarship at North Florida

Newberry community marching for justice and equality this weekend

Alachua County Sheriff’s Office seeing a rise in drug overdoses; fentanyl-laced pills could be the reason

Florida taps into $474 million in federal aid to prepare schools for August classes

Cedar Key History Museum reopens

Breaking News: 2020 Republican National Convention moving from Charlotte to Jacksonville

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