August rainfall was plentiful across central and north Florida
Sep 9, 2020
August brought above-average rainfall across much of the St. Johns River Water Management District and shrank a 12-month rainfall deficit in Putnam, St. Johns and Flagler […]
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August rainfall was plentiful across central and north Florida
August brought above-average rainfall across much of the St. Johns River Water Management District and shrank a 12-month rainfall deficit in Putnam, St. Johns and Flagler […]
Gainesville Police Department investigating armed robbery at Domino’s Pizza
Sep 8, 2020
Officers from the Gainesville Police Department responded to an armed robbery early this morning to a Domino’s Pizza location at the 2100 block of SW 13th […]
Trio of medications showing early promise against coronavirus, UF Health researchers find
Sep 8, 2020
The race to find effective treatments for COVID-19 isn’t just about developing new drugs. University of Florida Health scientists are studying a trio of existing medications […]
Gainesville City Commissioner Adrian Hayes Santos hosting telephone town hall
Sep 8, 2020
Gainesville City Commissioner Adrian Hayes Santos will host a one-hour telephone town hall Monday, Sept. 14 at 7:15 p.m. for District 4 residents and all Gainesville […]
California heat wave triggers weekend fires
Sep 8, 2020
Rescuers in military helicopters assisted 207 campers in California’s Sierra National Forest after a wildfire left them stranded over the weekend. The Creek Fire began on […]
Alachua County Sheriff’s Office asking for help in solving possible homicide case from 2019
Sep 8, 2020
The Alachua County Sheriff’s Office is currently seeking help in locating Stephen Cox, who was last seen on September 3rd, 2019. His vehicle was found […]
On the Agenda: Pine Ridge RV Park proposal sparks concern from neighbors
Sep 7, 2020
A public hearing to discuss a proposed 374 RV site known as Pine Ridge RV Park will be considered by the Gilchrist County Board of County […]
Bell sweeps Union County in season opener
Sep 7, 2020
On Friday night, the Bell volleyball team swept visiting Union County (Lake Butler) 25-16, 25-23, 25-13 to move to 1-0 on the season. Senior Taria Liles […]
Alachua County Public Schools providing free meals for children through December
Sep 7, 2020
Alachua County Public Schools’ Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) Department has received authorization from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to offer free meals to all Alachua […]
Player of the Week: Mackey overcomes heavy heart to rally Hornets past Newberry 20-14
Sep 7, 2020
The Sonic Drive-In Player-of-the-Game for Friday, September 4th was Chaz’ Mackey of the Hawthorne Hornets. Mackey, a transfer quarterback from North Marion High School, threw two […]
Labor Day celebrates earning a living, but remember what work really means
Sep 7, 2020
The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on U.S. employment is dire. Economists estimate that 1 in 5 workers have lost their jobs. As a result, many […]
City of Gainesville eases parking restrictions
Sep 7, 2020
Due to the effects of the pandemic, the City of Gainesville announces the following changes to City parking restrictions and requirements: The grace period for neighborhood […]
Updating Breaking News: Bicyclist dies in collision with pickup truck in Levy County
Sep 6, 2020
The Florida Highway Patrol responded to a fatal crash between a pickup truck and bicycle this morning at approximately 7:17 am on NE 60th Street west of […]
In case you missed it: Farmer’s Market, Football Season, Kidnapping
Sep 6, 2020
It was a busy news week in our community. Among the stories Mainstreet Daily News covered were: The Union Farmer’s Market is relocated to Celebration Pointe […]
Brews, Yoga, Gaming… and God
Sep 6, 2020
GAINESVILLE – Before COVID-19 hit, there was an unusual gathering once a month at a local pub. It was called No Bull Bibles & Brews, and […]
Paddle Florida announces 2020-21 trip schedule
Sep 5, 2020
Paddle Florida announces its 2020-21 trip schedule starting with the Suwannee River Wilderness Trail on October 16-21. It’s the perfect way to celebrate Florida’s version of autumn on its […]
County Commission discussing COVID-19, proposed millage rates and tentative budget on Tuesday
Sep 5, 2020
Editor’s Note: On the Agenda is a summary of high interest items to be decided on or discussed at upcoming local municipal meetings in Alachua County. […]
Breaking News Overnight: Six shot at early morning Williston block party
Sep 5, 2020
The Levy County Sheriff’s Office responded to the location of a staged protest turned block party in East Williston to reports of individuals shot. At the […]
DeSantis wants local governments to report all COVID-19 measures implemented
Sep 4, 2020
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis wants all local governments to report any COVID-19 response activities in writing. On Friday (Sept. 4th) DeSantis issued the following statement: “Per […]
Union Market growing roots at Celebration Pointe
Sep 4, 2020
Lauren and Eric Morales of Humble Nature Farm in Lake City are good at growing pasture raised poultry. Now, they are hoping to continue to grow […]
High School Football 2020: Newberry at Hawthorne highlights an opening week of local games
Sep 4, 2020
Friday Night Game of the Week: Newberry at Hawthorne Tonight at 7:30 the Hawthorne Hornets host the Newberry Panthers in a rematch of last year’s game won […]
The Grill Whisperer returns to town for the Labor Day weekend…maybe
Sep 4, 2020
Editor’s Note – The Grill Whisperer is a fly-by-night grilling expert that travels the world in a constant search for grilling techniques, recipes and spices to […]
In this, the most unusual of seasons, high school football returns tonight!
Sep 4, 2020
High school football is here – seriously. Despite a rocky road of false starts, fluid scheduling, limited practices, and an unprecedented variable of unknowns, high schools […]
Updating Breaking News: Gas leak shuts down businesses in Butler Plaza
Sep 3, 2020
Crews from Gainesville Fire Rescue (GFR), including the Hazardous Material (HazMat) team responded to the Esplanade at Butler Plaza due to a gas main leak at […]