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How Poor Richard’s built its legacy in Gainesville
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Trudy Bailey, general manager at Poor Richard's, takes down a customers order on Wednesday, May 15, 2019. After 42 years, the owner of the Poor Richard's wants to sell his restaurant. - photo by Austin Steele
Glancing at the unchanging wood panels, antique decorations and long-time staff of Poor Richard’s Restaurant, Richard LeCain feels ready to let go. “We have enjoyed it, and it’s just time at my age,” 74-year-old LeCain said. “Maybe it’s time to sell. It’ll be hard to adjust to retirement, but I think I’ll enjoy it.”