Alachua police keep “Shop with a Cop” alive in 2020
Dec 21, 2020
Some traditions are pandemic-proof. The officers at the Alachua Police Department kept alive its “Shop with a Cop” tradition this weekend by purchasing gifts for kids, […]
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Alachua police keep “Shop with a Cop” alive in 2020
Some traditions are pandemic-proof. The officers at the Alachua Police Department kept alive its “Shop with a Cop” tradition this weekend by purchasing gifts for kids, […]
In case you missed it: Hawthorne Hornets, UF Health, and Alachua County
Dec 20, 2020
It was a busy news week in our community. Among the stories Mainstreet Daily News covered were: The Hawthorne Hornets came one win away from its […]
Baker stops Hawthorne 27-14
Dec 17, 2020
It was a great ride… it just fell one game short. The undefeated Baker Gators defeated the Hawthorne Hornets 27-14 in the Class 1-A state championship […]
Free meals for children distributed on December 17th throughout Alachua County
Dec 17, 2020
Alachua County Public Schools will be distributing free meals for all children ages 0-18 at 24 locations throughout Alachua County from 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. […]
School Board of Alachua County offering interim superintendent $160,000 annual salary
Dec 15, 2020
The School Board of Alachua County will vote on the new interim superintendent’s employment contract at tonight’s regular meeting. Carlee Escue Simon, Ph.D., was chosen from […]
High Springs Downtown Holiday Shop & Art Walk coming this weekend
Dec 14, 2020
Downtown High Springs merchants will present the 2020 Holiday Shop & Art Walk on Saturday, December 19th from 11am to 6pm throughout historic downtown High Springs. […]
Santa Fe Teaching Zoo asks visitors to ‘Protect Our Flock’
Dec 9, 2020
The Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo is welcoming visitors from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. every day except holidays, but asks that visitors keep in mind […]
UF Law Conservation Clinic hosts water resources act and public interest discussion
Dec 8, 2020
Florida’s Constitution and its environmental laws reference the “public interest” repeatedly, usually with little explanation; for example, Chapter 373 of the Florida Statutes cites “public interest” […]
COVID-19 update, High Springs redevelopment plan on County Commission agenda
Dec 7, 2020
The Alachua County Commission will tackle a 53-item agenda during a hybrid Regular Meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 8. The Regular Meeting begins at 11:30 a.m. and […]
In case you missed it: Hawthorne Hornets, High Springs, Kirby Farms
Dec 6, 2020
It was a busy news week in our community. Among the stories Mainstreet Daily News covered were: The Hawthorne Hornets advanced to the state finals with […]
Hawthorne Hornets stun Madison County 18-14; advance to state finals!
Dec 4, 2020
On to the state finals! The Hawthorne Hornets once again relied on stellar defense, and an opportunistic offense to claw its way into the state final […]
Starbucks offers free coffee to front-line responders throughout December
Dec 2, 2020
In response to the recent rise in COVID-19 cases and to recognize the significant efforts of the front-line responder and health care community, Starbucks announced today […]
Archeologists: Retail store in Micanopy will not adversely impact cultural resources
Dec 1, 2020
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 […]
In case you missed it: Hawthorne Hornets, Annexed Land, Tiny Homes
Nov 29, 2020
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 […]
Hawthorne shuts down Wildwood; advances to state semifinals
Nov 27, 2020
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
Nov 27, 2020
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 […]
County Commission holding Special Meeting on Dec. 1 to discuss the Cares Act
Nov 27, 2020
The Alachua County Commission will conduct a hybrid Special Meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 1st at 1:30 p.m. The Commission will discuss the Alachua County CARES Act. […]
Newberry City Commission discusses USDA committee, Dudley Farm, tiny homes tonight
Nov 23, 2020
The Nov. 23rd City of Newberry Commission meeting at 7 p.m. will tackle a full agenda that includes a discussion on tiny homes, a public hearing […]
In case you missed it: Alachua Commissioners, Fire Rescue, Willie Powers
Nov 22, 2020
It was a busy news week in our community. Among the stories Mainstreet Daily News covered were: New commissioners taking office in Alachua County Gainesville Fire […]
Buchholz pounds Navarre 35-21; advances to regional semifinals
Nov 20, 2020
The Buchholz Bobcats kept its streak alive and continued its storybook season with a 35-21 win over the previously undefeated Navarre Raiders in the second round […]
Hawthorne Hornets stifle Fort Meade; advance to regional finals
Nov 20, 2020
The Hawthorne Hornets relied on patience, and a smothering defense to defeat the Fort Meade Miners 12-7 in the second round of the Class 1-A postseason […]
Disney World brings back park hopping Jan. 1st
Nov 20, 2020
Walt Disney World announced on Nov. 20th that park hopping will start again on Jan. 1st, 2021. According to the official Disney Parks Blog, “Starting Jan. […]
Thanksgiving Turkey Disaster? One supermarket offers insurance for the scorched bird
Nov 17, 2020
Overcooked? Undercooked? Burnt? Dry? Maybe you’re hosting Thanksgiving dinner for the first time this year and you have to tackle that turkey. Or maybe you’ve […]
In case you missed it: Cedar Key, Alachua County, High Springs City Manager
Nov 15, 2020
It was a busy news week in our community. Among the stories Mainstreet Daily News covered were: Eta makes landfall in Cedar Key The Alachua County […]