-
View all postsSeth Johnson is a Mainstreet Daily News associate editor based in Gainesville. He earned a degree in journalism and mass communication and served as editor-in-chief of his school newspaper. Seth is a bookworm and chess nerd, but he tempers these activities by playing sports and biking.
Meet the Candidates 2026: Newcomers vie for Gainesville’s uncontested District 2
Jul 20, 2026
Book steps down after single term.
Gainesville restricts millage rate, aims to bump fire assessment
Jul 17, 2026
Budget season entering final stretch.
Appeal court asks Gainesville, GRU Authority to clarify new Florida law
Jul 15, 2026
Final brief filed Monday.
Alachua County sheriff warns against rising scams estimated to cost $8 million locally
Jul 14, 2026
Elderly population especially vulnerable.
Verified: Preserve opens on Little Lake Santa Fe
Jul 13, 2026
Preserve owned by state, managed by county.
Celebration Pointe bankruptcy plan hinges on $50M payment to avoid liquidation
Jul 9, 2026
Hearing scheduled for next week.
Alachua County commissioners move toward aides, support staff restructure
Jul 7, 2026
Vacant positions allow restructuring.
Whistleblower investigation clears Alachua County staff of animal mistreatment
Jul 6, 2026
Three claims substantiated; 24 largely dismissed.
Gallery: America 250 parades through Newberry
Jul 4, 2026
City celebrates inaugural Fourth of July parade.
Gainesville community joins local leaders in opposing Boys & Girls Club sale
Jul 3, 2026
Backroom discussions fall short, legal action possible.
Melrose residents ask Alachua County to investigate WildFlowers permit compliance
Jul 2, 2026
Festival happened in March after debated permit.
Santa Fe 10U softball wins 2026 Florida Babe Ruth elite tournament
Jul 1, 2026
Team coasted until coming from behind in final game.
Florida’s Revolutionary War role often forgotten
Jul 1, 2026
St. Augustine served as a center of British command.
Here’s the 10 most expensive houses for sale in Alachua County
Jun 30, 2026
Plus, a bonus for sheer size.
Higher density recommended for 12-story Gainesville building near historic district
Jun 25, 2026
Project received zoning approvals in 2023.
GRACE Marketplace appoints interim CEO in unexpected transition
Jun 23, 2026
Previous CEO hired nine months ago.
Mainstreet presents 5th annual summer reading recommendations
Jun 22, 2026
From 90-foot swells to game-winning home runs.
8 Alachua County athletes head to Special Olympics for Team Florida
Jun 18, 2026
Special Olympics USA Games held in Minneapolis.
Gainesville open to purchase, partnership bids for Ironwood Golf Course
Jun 18, 2026
Options to return this fall.
Federal jury: Levy County Sheriff’s deputy violated Fourth Amendment rights
Jun 16, 2026
Deputies entered Bronson home without consent.
GRU Authority: 39 months from audit to creation to preemption
Jun 16, 2026
A full timeline of Mainstreet stories.
Gator grads want to buy Gainesville’s Ironwood Golf Course
Jun 15, 2026
Proposal sent to City Commission.
DeSantis signs bill that preempts GRU Authority with 24-word amendment
Jun 12, 2026
Amendment applies only to Gainesville’s utility.