Influx of Student Businesses

Customers of Karma Cream lounge in the cafe reflected in a pastry display case in Gainesville, Fla., Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2026.

Michael Angee

Michael is a Spring 2026 photographer with The Alligator. He is a junior journalism major and it is his third semester on staff. In his free time he enjoys running, listening to music and attempting to perfect the same couple recipes time and time again.

The city of Gainesville as it's known now has a unique scene. However the traditions and culture haven't always been the same, and the impacts of this change is felt locally.

Anenaa Kumar

Gainesville Culture History

By Anenaa Kumar | 7:08pm

The city of Gainesville as it's known now has a unique scene. However the traditions and culture haven't always been the same, and the impacts of this change is felt locally.

Karma Cream’s brick storefront in Gainesville, Fla., Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2026.

Michael Angee

Influx of Student Businesses

By Michael Angee | 6:44pm

Karma Cream’s brick storefront in Gainesville, Fla., Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2026.

The City of Gainesville opens a mile-long multi-use trail along Northeast 31st Avenue, Thursday, June 2, 2026.

Amanda Yale

East Gainesville Multi-Use Trail.jpg

By Amanda Yale | 6:39pm

The City of Gainesville opens a mile-long multi-use trail along Northeast 31st Avenue, Thursday, June 2, 2026.

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