Virtual horticulture program coming this month
Jul 7, 2020
The UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County Office is pleased to announce the following Commercial Horticulture Program for July 2020. This program is being offered by Dr. Tatiana […]
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Virtual horticulture program coming this month
The UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County Office is pleased to announce the following Commercial Horticulture Program for July 2020. This program is being offered by Dr. Tatiana […]
Don’t Forget: Tax return deadline is July 15th
Jul 7, 2020
The U.S. Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service announced on March 21st that they were providing special tax filing and payment relief to individuals and businesses […]
Breaking Overnight: Fatal two-car crash in Columbia County kills one, injures two
Jul 7, 2020
The Florida Highway Patrol responded to a two car crash last night at approximately 11:25 pm. on or near the intersection of US Highway 441 and NE Christie […]
City of Gainesville, community organizations partner to host upcoming Census-A-Thon
Jul 7, 2020
With nearly 4 in 10 U.S. households yet to complete the 2020 Census, the City of Gainesville, Alachua County, Greater Gainesville Chamber and the School Board […]
County Commission’s special meeting addresses $46.9 million CARES Act funding plan
Jul 7, 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. […]
A four-sport athlete at Chiefland, Jerrels heading to Florida Atlantic University
Jul 7, 2020
Today’s senior spotlight is on Jarrett Jerrels of Chiefland High School. Jerrels played football, basketball, baseball, and ran track for the Indians. He was a 2nd Team All-state selection and defensive MVP for the Indians’ football team. Despite only […]
Despite legal challenges, local mandatory mask orders sweeping Florida
Jul 6, 2020
The Center Square – Miami-Dade County and Jacksonville, where the Republican National Convention kicks off next month, are among the latest Florida governments to adopt mandatory […]
Giebeig heading to Flagler College after a blistering finish to her softball career at Columbia High
Jul 6, 2020
Today’s senior spotlight is on Lucy Giebeig of the Lake City Columbia softball team. Last year as a junior she was a second team All-Area selection […]
Alachua County Charter Review Commission announces four amendment proposals
Jul 6, 2020
On September 10, 2019, the Alachua County Commission appointed the 2019-20 Charter Review Commission (CRC). In the subsequent 9 months, the CRC held 16 meetings and […]
UF Health infectious diseases expert talks COVID-19
Jul 6, 2020
Since participating in multiple clinical trials and the treatment of more than 150 COVID-19 patients at UF Shands Hospital, local infectious disease expert Dr. Kartik Cherabuddi […]
Florida DOH reports 6,336 new COVID-19 positive cases
Jul 6, 2020
The Florida Department of Health reported 6,336 new cases to the Florida COVID-19 Dashboard, bringing the total positive test count to 206,447 cases as of the […]
8 inmates, 5 admin employees, one contract nurse test positive for COVID-19 at Alachua County Jail
Jul 6, 2020
The Alachua County Department of the Jail announced that eight inmates have tested positive for COVID-19 as well as five administrative employees and a nurse. According […]
Visit Virtually: Popular parks, attractions adjust to COVID-19
Jul 6, 2020
PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. — While the coronavirus pandemic has altered many travel plans, a number of attractions are offering an interactive virtual experience in the […]
A blazing fastball sends Branford’s Brock Lewis to South Georgia State College on scholarship
Jul 6, 2020
Today’s senior spotlight is on Brock Lewis of Branford High School. Brock was a two-sport athlete participating in football and baseball. In football he played linebacker […]
The GOOD news this week… 07-05-2020
Jul 5, 2020
Here are six stories from Mainstreet Daily News this week that will inspire, enlighten and engage you. Enjoy!
After excelling in baseball at Trenton, DeMartino signs with Edward Waters College
Jul 5, 2020
Today’s senior spotlight is on Jason DeMartino of Trenton High School. DeMartino played basketball, and baseball for the Tigers. He was a four-year starter for the […]
Florida crosses 200,000 positive cases of COVID-19
Jul 5, 2020
The Florida Department of Health reported 10,059 new cases to the Florida COVID-19 Dashboard, bringing the total positive test count to 200,111 cases as of the […]
The story of Leonard Spencer and the hidden heroes of the community, pandemic, and the free world
Jul 5, 2020
Have you ever heard the story of Leonard Spencer? During the Boer War of 1899-1902 between the British Empire and the South African Republic, Leonard was […]
The peril of stubbornness
Jul 5, 2020
Most people reading articles like this are familiar with the story of Moses and his plight with Pharaoh, the king of Egypt who stubbornly lived through […]
Drive-by shooting in Gainesville injures two
Jul 4, 2020
The Alachua County Sheriff’s Office responded to responded to reports of a drive-by shooting in the area the 1900 block of SW 68th Terrace in Gainesville […]
In case you missed it: COVID, Voters, Facemasks
Jul 4, 2020
It was a noteworthy news week in our community. COVID-19 outbreaks hit the state even harder than last week, a local baseball player signed a major […]
Winkel on his way to Germany after three-sport career at Gainesville High School
Jul 4, 2020
Today’s senior spotlight is on Job Winkel of Gainesville High School. Winkel was on the varsity swim team, the water polo team, and the club […]
On this day in history: America declares its independence
Jul 4, 2020
The Fourth of July—also known as Independence Day or July 4th—has been a federal holiday in the United States since 1941, but the tradition of Independence […]
High Springs Farmers’ Market reopens in a new location next to City Hall
Jul 3, 2020
Autry Ellison says he has a big hand and he holds it up to show off a giant Atlantic white jumbo shrimp that is dangling above […]