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The interior of Liberty Street Pub is seen at 1718 W University Ave. 
The Avenue

New Midtown pub to replace Grog House Bar & Grill

When Grog House Bar & Grill officially closed its doors in May, students wondered if this was the beginning of the end for Midtown. They didn’t yet know something new was coming. In its place, Liberty Street Pub will be opening Aug. 11 at 1718 W University Ave. 


Mccade Moonshower, 23, explains the effects of kratom to a customer at Kava Gator on Wednesday, July 12, 2023.
Metro

Is kratom the new craze?

A new herbal stimulant offers Gainesville residents energy, a social community and an alternative to alcohol — but like the opiates it's associated with, the supplement faces controversy.


From ballads to bangers, audience members dance to Taylor Swift's discography at the High Dive on Thursday, June 6, 2023.
The Avenue

Swifties ‘enchanted’ with “Speak Now (Taylor’s Version)”

When the High Dive doors opened July 6, people ran to jump, twirl and scream to the music as multi-colored strobe lights pierced through the smoke. About 100 Swifties of all different levels of devotion came to High Dive on the eve of the “Speak Now (Taylor’s Version)” release to celebrate the re-release of the 2010 album. The entire night, the venue played songs from Swift’s discography. 


Metro

Gainesville camps provide a fun-filled summer for children

As parents search for a way to entertain their children during the summer break, community organizations and businesses are opening their doors and curating various programs that allow kids to socialize and learn a new talent while out of school. 


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