‘The true natives of Fifth Avenue’: Preserving the culture of Pleasant Street Historic District A look at Gainesville’s oldest black residential area

The historic Atlantic Coast Line Railroad Depot has become part of the Santa Fe College downtown campus.

Sara-James Ranta

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By Sara-James Ranta | May 20

The Juneteenth flag, studded in red, white and blue, was raised in front of Gainesville City Hall on May 20, 2025.

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By Courtesy to The Alligator | May 18

Senior Anthaya Charlton leaps during the long jump at the SEC Outdoor Championships on May 16, 2025.

May 18

Solutions by The State News