Gilland: Explaining the ‘Doctrine of God’
Feb 20, 2022
The world is currently in turmoil. From the trucker situation in Canada, to the tension between Ukraine and Russia, and the rampant inflation here in our […]
Opinion
Gilland: Explaining the ‘Doctrine of God’
The world is currently in turmoil. From the trucker situation in Canada, to the tension between Ukraine and Russia, and the rampant inflation here in our […]
Gilland: Beyond sentimental
Feb 13, 2022
OK, I admit it: I have always been known as a sentimental person. The incredible amount of tears I have shed over the years during Publix […]
Gilland: Finding peace in an ‘EXIT’ sign
Feb 6, 2022
Transitions are never easy, especially life-altering changes, such as a move to another city. I have experienced several of these, and not one of them was […]
Gilland: The cost of courage
Jan 30, 2022
This past Friday marked the 36th anniversary of one of the saddest days for our nation. That was the day when the Challenger space shuttle exploded […]
Gilland: Learning when to let go of friends
Jan 23, 2022
The role that this thing called “community” plays in all of our lives is hard to overstate. I’m not speaking of the geographical neighborhood or city […]
Gilland: Enjoy the view ahead
Jan 16, 2022
This past Thursday found me doing something that happens much more often now than in prior years. I have quarterly eye checkups to monitor some fairly […]
Gilland: Capturing the power of encouragement
Jan 9, 2022
In my daily Bible reading, I recently re-read the amazing story of Nehemiah, the cupbearer to King Artaxerxes. This servant’s heart was broken over the dire […]
Gilland: A fresh start with renewed hope
Jan 2, 2022
Here we are again, a fresh turn of the page on the trusty old calendar, and just like that, 2021 is over. Hello, New Year! Yep, […]
Gilland: Hug those necks a little more tightly
Dec 26, 2021
To borrow a line from the Andy Williams classic, we have just come through “the most wonderful time of the year.” This amazing annual event is […]
Gilland: Hope for a different Christmas this year
Dec 19, 2021
I have a very different reason for being excited about the arrival of Christmas week this year. No, there is no anticipated gift that is driving […]
Gilland: Thanksgiving that runs deep
Nov 28, 2021
Another Thanksgiving holiday has passed. This is one of my favorite days of the year, as members of my family gather together to eat, fellowship, play […]
Gilland: Learn to avoid missed turns
Nov 21, 2021
I recently read an account of a conversation between Scottish pastor Alistair Begg and his wife. They were having a nice talk as they drove on […]
Gilland: We must never forget
Nov 14, 2021
We just passed an important date on the calendar this past Thursday. November 11th, Veteran’s Day. Though I never served in the military, I have many […]
Column: Keeping Seabiscuit descendants a secret is an honor
Apr 30, 2021
I always know a few days before most this little secret I am gifted to hold onto until Jacqueline Cooper, founder of the Lil’ Biscuit Breeding […]
Gilland: Because He lives, all fear is gone
Apr 4, 2021
Easter Sunday morning brings so many memories to so many of us. Without a doubt, hearing the very term immediately brings to mind such events as […]
Gilland: Constant change is here to stay
Jan 24, 2021
The older I get, the more sentimental I become. Family has always meant something very special to me, so it was hard for us to leave […]
Opinion: You are a COVID-19 long hauler—now what?
Jan 23, 2021
My husband is lounging on St. Augustine Beach, soaking in the sun and tuning out stress while he rests. His eyes are closed as he listens […]
Gilland: What we must learn from 2020 vision
Jan 17, 2021
I now laugh when I think back to statements I made to my wife in the waning months of 2019. “I am believing for a great […]
Opinion: COVID-19 paid us a visit, and we’re not sure when it will leave
Jan 16, 2021
Our story is no different than thousands of other families who tangled with COVID-19 and were lucky enough to come out on the other side of […]
In case you missed it: Hawthorne Hornets, UF Health, and Alachua County
Dec 20, 2020
It was a busy news week in our community. Among the stories Mainstreet Daily News covered were: The Hawthorne Hornets came one win away from its […]
In case you missed it: Hawthorne Hornets, High Springs, Kirby Farms
Dec 6, 2020
It was a busy news week in our community. Among the stories Mainstreet Daily News covered were: The Hawthorne Hornets advanced to the state finals with […]
In case you missed it: Hawthorne Hornets, Annexed Land, Tiny Homes
Nov 29, 2020
It was a busy news week in our community. Among the stories Mainstreet Daily News covered were: The Hawthorne Hornets and Columbia Tigers advance to the […]
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 […]
In case you missed it: Cedar Key, Alachua County, High Springs City Manager
Nov 15, 2020
It was a busy news week in our community. Among the stories Mainstreet Daily News covered were: Eta makes landfall in Cedar Key The Alachua County […]