Election 2020: Democratic candidates debate three nights in a row this week
Alachua County voters will have the opportunity to hear from local candidates three nights in a row this week via virtual candidate forums sponsored by the […]
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Election 2020: Democratic candidates debate three nights in a row this week
Alachua County voters will have the opportunity to hear from local candidates three nights in a row this week via virtual candidate forums sponsored by the […]
Traffic Advisory: Upcoming roadwork investigation will cause lane closures
Alachua County Public Works is advising drivers to expect delays on Wednesday, July 1st, and Thursday, July 2nd, at the NW 200 Block of NW 91st […]
Florida drops to 5,266 new positive COVID-19 cases
The Florida Department of Health has reported 5,266 new cases to the Florida COVID-19 Dashboard, bringing the total positive test count to 146,341 cases as of […]
Alachua County voters receiving suspicious postcards about mail-in ballots
A suspicious postcard is being mailed to Alachua County voters and encouraging them to request a vote-by-mail ballot. One of the postcards, which was obtained by […]
DeSantis responds to surging COVID-19 positive cases in Florida
“I was young once and I understand the mindset,” Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said, surrounded by doctors from the Ascension Sacred Heart hospital in Pensacola on […]
A massive Saharan dust plume is moving into the southeast US, bringing technicolor sunsets and suppressing tropical storms
A hot desert wind is carrying a massive cloud of Saharan dust into the southern United States this week. Dust plumes from the Sahara routinely blow […]
College of Missionary Aviation graduates soar into futures filled with ministry
KEYSTONE HEIGHTS – The College of Missionary Aviation held its graduation Saturday, and while all three graduates followed each other down the aisle, they will be […]
Florida reports 8,530 new positive COVID-19 cases
The Florida Department of Health has reported 8,530 new cases to the Florida COVID-19 Dashboard, bringing the total positive test count to 141,035 cases as of […]
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
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: Florida spikes to 9,585 positive COVID-19 cases
The Florida Department of Health has reported 9,585 new cases to the Florida COVID-19 Dashboard, bringing the total positive test count to 132,545 cases as of […]
Breaking News: Employees at four Publix locations in Gainesville test positive for COVID-19
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
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
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”
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 […]
Florida Audubon: Keep fireworks away from beaches this 4th of July weekend
TALLAHASSEE, FL — Independence Day is cause for remembrance and celebration. Unfortunately, people’s celebratory fireworks can actually frighten local birds to death. This year, pounding waves during […]
Breaking News: Florida bans alcohol at bars after record-setting day of COVID-19 positive tests
Effective immediately, Florida has suspended the consumption of alcohol at bars. Halsey Beshears, the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation Secretary, made the following statement on […]
Breaking News: Florida reports record high of 8,942 new positive COVID-19 cases
The Florida Department of Health has reported 8,942 new cases to the Florida COVID-19 Dashboard, bringing the total positive test count to 122,960 cases as of […]
West End homeowners band together to protect their backyard from developer
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
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
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
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
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
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. […]