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Rain douses 1st day of art festival but it doesnt dampen spirits
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Patrons of the arts and crafts walk among the booths Saturday at the 10th annual Art in the Square in Gainesville. - photo by NAT GURLEY
Artists braved afternoon showers Saturday to participate in the 10th annual Art in the Square in downtown Gainesville. Jennifer Benson said the rain was like “a river pouring down the square,” at its heaviest, but hopes today’s event delivers a steady stream of people. Clear skies are forecast when Art in the Square resumes from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. today.
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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.

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