The GOOD news this week… 05-31-2020
May 31, 2020
Here are ninestories from Mainstreet Daily News this week that will inspire, enlighten and engage you. Enjoy!
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The GOOD news this week… 05-31-2020
Here are ninestories from Mainstreet Daily News this week that will inspire, enlighten and engage you. Enjoy!
Gainesville-Alachua Realtor Association provides over 54,000 meals to Bread of the Mighty Food Bank
May 31, 2020
The Gainesville-Alachua County Association of Realtors (GACAR) raised close to $5,500.00 and collected over a dozen overflowing boxes of food and personal hygiene donations for the […]
Senior Spotlight: Mitchum’s bat led Santa Fe to the Elite 8 in 2019
May 30, 2020
Today’s senior spotlight is on Dave Mitchum of the Santa Fe High School baseball team in Alachua. Mitchum was off to a great start in his […]
Newberry Mayor: “I saw a lot of love the last few weeks”
May 30, 2020
Opinion As the State works towards reopening, the numbers in this pandemic keep trending down, giving us all hope, and we all come out of our […]
In case you missed it: Health Administrator, Santa Fe Zoo, Cade Museum
May 30, 2020
It was a noteworthy news week in Alachua County. From an anonymous donor helping out the Bread of the Mighty Food Bank, to good news on […]
Alachua County law enforcement agencies release joint statement about the Minneapolis shooting
May 29, 2020
The Alachua County Sheriff’s Office released a joint statement signed by every law enforcement agency sheriff or chief in the county. The statement is titled: Alachua […]
Judge releases order allowing Alachua County to mandate face masks
May 29, 2020
The Alachua County Communications Office released the full text of the order (Justin Green vs. Alachua County) from Judge Donna M. Keim of the 8th Circuit […]
Levy County Department of Health confirms first COVID-19 related death
May 29, 2020
The Levy County Emergency Management Department released the following statement about a COVID-19 related fatality: It is with a heavy heart that we have been informed […]
High Springs Brewing Company re-opening
May 29, 2020
The High Springs Brewing Company released the following statement about its re-opening schedule: “We are so excited to announce that our outside area will be opening […]
Senior Spotlight: State championship highlights Smith’s career at Williston
May 29, 2020
Today’s senior spotlight is on Weston Smith of the Williston baseball team. He is the son of head baseball coach Jim Smith. Weston was a two-year […]
What will schools look like in the fall? ACPS Superintendent answers questions
May 29, 2020
Alachua County Public Schools Superintendent Karen Clarke and other officials representing Alachua Public Schools answered parent and teacher questions ranging from graduation plans to the future […]
Newberry Animal Hospital adds new veterinarian to the team
May 29, 2020
Newberry Animal Hospital announced the addition of Dr. Ishita Shah, DVM to the staff. “You will be seeing a new doctor in our hospitals come June […]
Levy County Sheriff’s Office: Woman going door-to-door asking for money for prescription medication may be misleading residents
May 28, 2020
The Levy County Sheriff’s Office released the following statement about a suspected door-to-door scam: “This photo of a woman and her car was taken by […]
Cade Museum reopening June 5th
May 28, 2020
The Cade will reopen on Friday, June 5th, with a re-envisioned Cade Museum experience, since your safety and enjoyment remain our top priorities. The museum will […]
Santa Fe Zoo says goodbye to beloved bald eagle
May 28, 2020
Last week, the staff and zookeepers at the Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo said goodbye to the zoo’s beloved longtime resident bald eagle. Not only will […]
Track, cross country and co-valedictorian; Shaw did it all for Eastside
May 28, 2020
Today’s senior spotlight is on Lauren Shaw of Eastside High School. Shaw was a cross country team captain and also ran track for the Lady Rams. […]
Alachua County Public Schools Superintendent holding Telephone Town Hall meeting tonight
May 28, 2020
Alachua County Public Schools Superintendent Karen Clarke will host the district’s second Telephone Town Hall meeting tonight from 7:15 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. to respond to […]
Alachua County operations re-opening on June 1st by appointment only
May 28, 2020
On Monday, June 1st, Alachua County operations will be open to the public by appointment only. Those wanting to enter County buildings should contact the needed […]
Joint county and city commissions will talk emergency order enforcement, aviation unit, radio system on May 29
May 27, 2020
The Alachua Board of County Commissioners and the Gainesville City Commission will outline plans for a continued shared aviation law enforcement unit, the upgrade and expansion […]
Realtor Association hosts Drive-Up food drive for Bread of the Mighty
May 27, 2020
Despite the office being closed since March 13th, the Gainesville-Alachua County Association of Realtors (GACAR) continues to find ways to engage its members and support the […]
Health Administrator: New cases are on the decline in Alachua County
May 27, 2020
Alachua County Health Department Administrator Paul Myers said about 16,000 COVID-19 tests have been completed in Alachua County as of May 26th and the positivity rate […]
Senior Spotlight: Final Four in 2019 highlights Pitts’ career at Chiefland
May 27, 2020
Today’s senior spotlight is on Jacob Pitts of the Chiefland High School baseball team. In six games this season, Pitts was batting .250 for the Indians. […]
In High Springs, neighbors help neighbors
May 27, 2020
“In Small Town USA, neighbors help neighbors.” It’s a phrase that first gained traction when a random act of kindness by two of your High Springs […]
School Board turns to BOCC for youth summer program protocols
May 26, 2020
While the Florida governor has deferred to parents to make decisions about sending their kids to summer youth camps and activities, local municipalities have taken the […]