News GPD Investigation: Officers followed protocol during October arrest inside church Seth Johnson Apr 7, 2025Report also revealed needed policy change.
Government + Politics Gainesville kicks off 2025 budget season Seth Johnson Mar 27, 2025Six audits return no findings.
Government + Politics Gainesville talks Citizens Field, partnership with school district Seth Johnson Mar 13, 2025Commissioners split on idea of selling stadium.
Education School board asks to own Citizens Field Glory Reitz Mar 13, 2025Vu attempts to expand ask to include all of East Gainesville Sports Complex.
Government + Politics GRU Authority votes to work on removing city fees from utility bills Seth Johnson Mar 12, 2025Change will likely start in September 2026.
Government + Politics Gainesville moves forward with school zone, red-light cameras Seth Johnson Feb 27, 2025Ordinances will return for two final votes.
Local Living City of Gainesville to host Summer Blitz on March 1 Staff Reports Feb 21, 2025Event to connect youth with summer enrichment programs.
Government + Politics Gainesville City Commission votes to increase garbage rates 20% Seth Johnson Feb 6, 2025Commissioners also vote on Florida Theater, discuss hiring freezes.
Business Ironwood improvements underway as Gainesville settles golf course future Seth Johnson Jan 31, 2025After talks, city plans to keep course operating.
Government + Politics Gainesville City Commission greenlights new UF bus contract Seth Johnson Jan 16, 2025Charter officers to receive 3% increase.
Local News From surgeries to schools: Mainstreet’s top 10 local news stories of 2024 Seth Johnson Dec 26, 2024Mainstreet provided exclusive coverage on several issues.
Government + Politics Alachua County area to lose federal grant funding after miscommunications Seth Johnson Dec 17, 2024County commissioner said it's an embarrassment.
Government + Politics Gainesville commission quibbles on Lot 10, advances climbing gym project Seth Johnson Dec 5, 2024Climbing gym, other activities to open at Depot Park.
News Block by Block ready to start downtown Gainesville program on Dec. 2 Seth Johnson Nov 25, 2024Company hired in 3-year, $3 million contract.
Government + Politics Chief Moya sworn in, pinned at Gainesville City Hall Seth Johnson Nov 21, 2024Moya joined GPD in 2023.
Government + Politics Gainesville receives $800K federal transportation grant for roadway safety Staff Reports Nov 21, 2024City to evaluate roadways with limited lighting conditions that contribute to crashes.
Government + Politics Moya to officially step into GPD chief role with manager, mayor support Seth Johnson Nov 15, 2024Swearing-in ceremony scheduled for Thursday.
News Gainesville Police arrest man inside Black church, city manager responds Seth Johnson Oct 29, 2024Officers responded to theft call from Dollar General.
Government + Politics Gainesville asks GRU to prioritize three new recreational trail projects Seth Johnson Oct 24, 2024New projects could rival Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail usage.
Local News Curry taps Moya as permanent Gainesville Police Department chief Seth Johnson Sep 13, 2024Moya has served as interim since March.
News Hillhouse to serve as Gainesville Fire Rescue interim chief C.J. Gish Sep 13, 2024Deputy chief to start position in November.
News Gainesville holds remembrance ceremony for 23rd anniversary of 9/11 Lillian Hamman Sep 11, 2024Mayor Harvey Ward issues Patriot’s Day proclamation.
News Dixon resigns as Gainesville Fire chief Seth Johnson Sep 9, 2024He also led homeless, gun violence programs.
Local Living Friends of Susan B. Anthony to honor local activist Ronnie Lovler Aug 14, 2024Local activist to win award in recognition of Women’s Equality Day.