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Local man makes journey from addiction and homelessness to sobriety and rejuvenation
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Zachary Coley poses for a portrait in Gainesville, on Thursday, Jan. 18, 2018. Coley has overcome homelessness and has gone on to self-publish his memoir, "The Lithium Journals: A Collection of Thoughts on Reality". - photo by David Barnes
The needle slides into Zach Coley’s arm with ease and care, the medicine administered to help keep his bipolar disorder in check. For some, this experience might be unsettling or a prickly reminder of the troubles they face. But Coley takes things in stride with the kind of perseverance known to those who have struggled and overcome. “Honestly, I’ve had multiple bottoms,” Coley, 29, said.
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PHOTOS: Hundreds rally in Gainesville in 'Hands Off' protest against Trump, Musk
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Hundreds turn out to the square in downtown Gainesville Saturday, April 5, 2025, to take part in the "Hands Off " protest of the Trump administration. The protest was part of a national mass activation day against the administration.

by Scott Rogers
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