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 […]
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In High Springs, neighbors help neighbors
“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 […]
Newberry offering COVID-19 testing
May 26, 2020
The City of Newberry and the Alachua County Health Department have partnered to offer a drive-thru COVID-19 testing site at the Newberry Fire Station (310 NW […]
Report: 40% of Alachua County residents have not responded to the 2020 Census
May 26, 2020
According to the Census 2020 website Census takers will begin going door to door in June to count people who have not responded to the 2020 […]
County requests vacation rental reopening
May 26, 2020
The Alachua County Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved on May 26th a request be sent to the Department of Business and Professional Regulations asking that […]
Anonymous Mainstreet giveaway winner donates proceeds to Bread of the Mighty Food Bank!
May 26, 2020
It was supposed to be a fun contest. Sign up for the Mainstreet Daily News morning newsletter and win $100. Easy. Spend the money on groceries, […]
Free COVID-19 testing in High Springs
May 26, 2020
The City of High Springs and Alachua County Health Department will offer FREE COVID-19 testing at the High Springs Civic Center on Wednesday, June 3rd from […]
LifeSouth Community Blood Centers screening eligible donors for COVID-19 antibodies
May 26, 2020
Life South is offering free screening for all eligible donors for COVID-19 antibodies. The test is authorized by the FDA and detects if you have developed […]
Hammersmark’s 106 saves propelled Hurricanes to water polo prominence
May 26, 2020
Today’s senior spotlight is on Lars Hammersmark of Gainesville High School. Hammersmark was on the varsity swim team and the GHS Water Polo team. His favorite […]
Archer offering drive-thru COVID-19 testing
May 25, 2020
COVID-19 Testing in Archer begins on June 2nd from 9:00am – 12:00pm at the Archer Fire Station located at 17128 SW Archer Road, Archer. The deadline […]
NOAA’s ‘above normal’ 2020 hurricane season forecast is the new normal
May 25, 2020
The Center Square – The National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) warned there is a 60 percent chance for another “above normal” hurricane season in the Atlantic […]
Memorial Day 2020: Lest we forget…
May 25, 2020
I just completed reading through the book of Genesis, and in doing so, I was reminded of an act by Jacob that is recorded in Genesis […]
The forgotten history of Memorial Day
May 25, 2020
In the years following the bitter Civil War, a former Union general took a holiday originated by former Confederates and helped spread it across the entire […]
The GOOD news this week… 05-24-2020
May 24, 2020
Here are eight stories from Mainstreet Daily News this week that will inspire, enlighten and engage you. Enjoy!
Oglesby did it all for Belleview Rattler softball team
May 24, 2020
Today’s senior spotlight is on Autumn Oglesby of the Belleview softball team. Oglesby was named the Ocala Star-Banner pitcher of the year for the second year […]
The beautiful power of authentic example
May 24, 2020
Our children are much more aware of their surroundings than we think. Even if we don’t notice it ourselves, they are picking up on conversations that […]
Tuesday county commission meeting will include COVID-19 discussion, and charter amendments
May 23, 2020
The Alachua County Commission will conduct their Virtual Regular Meeting on Tuesday, May 26, 2020, at 11:30 a.m. The evening portion of this meeting is canceled. […]
Alachua County Public Schools Superintendent holding Telephone Town Hall meeting this week
May 23, 2020
Alachua County Public Schools Superintendent Karen Clarke will host the district’s second Telephone Town Hall meeting on Thursday, May 28 from 7:15 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. […]
In case you missed it: Graduations, Skate Park, Commissioners
May 23, 2020
It was a noteworthy news week in Alachua County. From face mask debates and votes, to skate park controversies, to a virtual swearing-in ceremony, it was […]
Senior Spotlight: After state final run in 2019, Chiefland’s Kaiden Baker will head to UCF
May 23, 2020
Today’s senior spotlight is on Kaiden Baker of Chiefland High School. In six games this season, Baker hit .400 for the Indians with a team-leading seven […]
Buchholz senior named to 2020 U.S. Presidential Scholars class
May 22, 2020
U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos today announced the 56th class of U.S. Presidential Scholars, recognizing 161 high school seniors for their accomplishments in academics, the arts […]
Newberry claims less density deems mandatory face mask rule unnecessary
May 22, 2020
Newberry Mayor Jordan Marlowe signed an Emergency Order on May 21st that mirrors the state’s current order and removes the requirement of wearing a face mask […]
Alachua County and Gainesville announce Memorial Day schedules
May 22, 2020
ALACHUA COUNTY – Other than essential services, all Alachua County offices (which are now working remotely), will be closed on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, 2020. […]
Three commissioners swear to serve Gainesville
May 22, 2020
In the invocation before the swearing in of three Gainesville City Commissioners on May 21st, Father David Ruchinski asked that God, “Inspire and direct the deliberations […]