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Singing soul music was never about profit for singer Little Jake Mitchell — it’s about seeing people happy. Even now, at 80 years old and 50 years into his career, his band, Little Jake and the Soul Searchers, continue to use Gainesville’s historic R&B music scene as inspiration for innovation in their music.
Cantar música soul nunca ha sido negocio para el cantante Little Jake Mitchell; para él, se trata de hacer a la gente feliz. Incluso ahora, a sus 80 años y con medio siglo de carrera, su banda, “Little Jake and the Soul Searchers”, sigue encontrando inspiración en la histórica escena de "R&B" de Gainesville para innovar su música.
For Venezuelan students at the University of Florida, the uncertainty surrounding Temporary Protected Status is a heavy burden, bringing deep emotional challenges as they grapple with what lies ahead.
Overlooked, underutilized and underpaid is how Terri Bailey said she would characterize the Black artistic community in Gainesville.
This story was corrected Feb. 18 to reflect the Pride Center Library has volunteers, not employees, and all books are donated rather than sold.
As people get into the spirit of love during the month of February, flowers are selling out and chocolates are leaving the shelves. For those who have an appetite for a sweet deal, assorted candy boxes may not be enough. Here’s five food options for the valentine who’s looking for something special.
Local songwriter Eric Tappert performs at Lightnin’ Salvage Enterprises’ open mic night on the first Wednesday of every month. While he’s played at other venues, Tappert keeps coming back for Lightnin’ Salvage.
Andrés, un inmigrante venezolano de 60 años con 30 años de experiencia en ingeniería mecánica, trabaja 60 horas a la semana como conductor de Lyft y repartidor de DoorDash.
Valentine’s Day is a wonderful time to celebrate love, connection and romance. Whether you’re planning a date night or enjoying some calming alone time, a little preparation can help ensure your holiday goes smoothly.
Andres, a 60-year-old immigrant from Venezuela with a 30-year background in mechanical engineering, works 60 hours a week as a Lyft and DoorDash driver.
When Kassandra Rodriguez, a 25-year-old social coordinator, wants a sweet treat, her cravings call her to the closest dessert shop. Near UF campus, it’s quite the hike.
Los proyectos de ley complementarios en el Senado y la Cámara de Representantes de Florida son el proyecto de meses de Amy Trask
Teachers in Alachua County are fed up.
Whether Gainesville locals are searching for a new favorite book, a cozy study spot or simply a place to spend hours browsing rows of neatly — or haphazardly — stacked books, the city’s independent bookstores have it all.
Editor’s note: This story contains sensitive topics of domestic violence and abuse and may be sensitive to some readers.
If one followed the warmly lit stone path right off the corner of Southeast Sixth Ave and South Main Street Friday, they’d find Heartwood Soundstage’s spacious outside venue full of fans wearing vintage clothing. But if they ventured past the crowds and merchant tables, a dark doorway would lead them into a small indoor stage where local musicians Jordan Burchel, The Nancys and Hotel Fiction performed.
After a long day, slaving over a home-cooked meal is the last box a person wants to check. However, it can be difficult to satisfy the taste buds without cooking or breaking the bank. To those looking to dine on a budget, here’s a list of the top five meals under $20 in Gainesville ranked from least to most expensive for when cooking at home just isn’t in the cards.
This story originally stated that each member of the settlement was given financial compensation to pay for water filtration. It was updated to reflect that only some members have received such compensation.
Between stalls selling prosthetic elf ears and wood-carved staffs decorated with crystals, 37-year-old Brandon Breedlove encouraged Faire-goers to fight. He and 33-year-old Ashley Shelhon joked it was the “only free thing” at Hoggetowne Medieval Faire.
After 15 months of conflict, Israel and Hamas entered a fragile ceasefire deal Jan. 15, producing feelings of hope, joy and uncertainty on UF’s campus.
Solutions by The State News
