Florida gas prices rise 4 cents ahead of Thanksgiving
Nov 25, 2020
Fuel prices increased last week after another round of COVID-19 vaccine news. News reports promoting the efficacy of these vaccines have spurred optimism within the fuel […]
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Florida gas prices rise 4 cents ahead of Thanksgiving
Fuel prices increased last week after another round of COVID-19 vaccine news. News reports promoting the efficacy of these vaccines have spurred optimism within the fuel […]
Touchless temperature devices greet Alachua County library visitors
Nov 25, 2020
The Alachua County Library District is utilizing the latest in touchless temperature taking technology to screen visitors. When you enter each of the libraries throughout the […]
Coronavirus vaccines: Health experts identify ways to build public trust
Nov 25, 2020
The pharmaceutical companies Pfizer and BioNtech announced Nov. 20, 2020, that they will seek emergency use authorization from the Food and Drug Administration for a vaccine […]
Missing Canadian ‘snowbirds’ could have impact on Florida’s winter tourism industry
Nov 25, 2020
The Center Square – An estimated 1 million Canadians spend up to six months wintering in the Sunshine State, contributing an estimated $6.5 billion to Florida’s […]
How George Washington used his first Thanksgiving as president to unite a new country
Nov 24, 2020
On Thursday, Nov. 26, 1789, George Washington woke early. Assisted by his enslaved valets – William “Billy” Lee and the young Christopher Sheels – he powdered […]
City of Gainesville awarded national grants to improve immigrant relations
Nov 24, 2020
The City of Gainesville has been awarded Gateways for Growth (G4G) research and technical assistance grants by the New American Economy (NAE) and Welcoming America. The competitive awards are part of the […]
Alachua County could receive COVID-19 vaccine in a matter of weeks
Nov 24, 2020
Alachua County hospitals and long-term care facilities may be receiving the COVID-19 vaccine in mid-December, according to the Alachua County Department of Health. FDOH Administrator Paul Myers […]
High School Basketball: Hawthorne girls rolling again; Buchholz boys lose opener
Nov 24, 2020
Last night, the defending 1A state champion Hawthorne girls basketball team moved to 2-0 with a 69-20 win at home against Hilliard. The Lady Hornets return […]
Tiny homes neighborhood coming to Newberry?
Nov 24, 2020
Newberry commissioners are in favor of exploring a new ordinance that would welcome tiny homes to the neighborhood. By definition, a tiny home is 120 to […]
This Thanksgiving opt-out(doors)
Nov 24, 2020
Thanksgiving is a time for many Floridians to reconnect with family and celebrate all for which they have to be thankful. While eating turkey and watching […]
‘Teach-back’ communication may lower patients’ risk for diabetes complications, hospitalizations
Nov 24, 2020
A simple doctor-patient communication technique known as “teach-back” may lower the risk of health complications, hospitalizations and health care costs for patients with diabetes, according to […]
Buchholz, Columbia, Hawthorne, and Union County still alive in state playoffs
Nov 23, 2020
Buchholz 35, Navarre 21 The Buchholz Bobcats kept their streak alive and continued its storybook season with a 35-21 win over the previously undefeated Navarre Raiders […]
Alachua County and Gainesville governments announce Thanksgiving service schedules
Nov 23, 2020
Alachua County and the City of Gainesville announced their Thanksgiving holiday schedules: Alachua County: Other than emergency services, all Alachua County government offices will be closed on Thursday […]
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 […]
How to host a safe holiday meal during coronavirus – an epidemiologist explains her personal plans
Nov 23, 2020
Editor’s note: After this story was published, the Centers for Disease Control updated its guidance for celebrating Thanksgiving. The new guidance, announced on Nov. 19, recommends […]
Florida among six states competing to host new U.S. Space Command headquarters
Nov 23, 2020
The Center Square – Six locations, including four Air Force installations, have made the first round of cuts for those being considered for the new headquarters […]
The story of Sweet P: 8-month-old Alachua girl fighting cancer with a smile on her face
Nov 22, 2020
Alachua resident Paityn Benson was born on March 15th, 2020, as the pandemic started to roar. At just four months, she was diagnosed with neuroblastoma, a […]
Updating Breaking News: Fatal hit-and-run in Suwannee County kills pedestrian
Nov 22, 2020
The Florida Highway Patrol responded to a hit-and-run incident last night at approximately 7:35 pm in Suwannee County. According to the report, a minivan was traveling northbound […]
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 […]
Consumer Alert: State Attorney General warns of COVID-19 scam
Nov 21, 2020
As long as COVID-19 remains a threat, scammers will attempt every trick in the book to exploit taxpayers and coerce them into disclosing personal information. Now, […]
Despite pandemic-tempered forecasts, Florida projected to grow by more than 303K people a year
Nov 21, 2020
The Center Square – After scaling back five-year population estimates in July because of the COVID-19 pandemic, state economists’ revised forecast calls for Florida to continue […]
County’s purchase of Budget Inn a step toward ending homelessness
Nov 21, 2020
Alachua County just took a big step in the fight against homelessness. At the Nov. 10th meeting, the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) approved the $2.3 […]
Pine Forest edges Suwannee 21-20
Nov 20, 2020
The Suwannee Bulldogs rallied twice from touchdown deficits, and managed to take a 20-14 in the fourth quarter, but a decisive touchdown and extra point by […]
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 […]