Sports + Recreation

The Autumn Edit: A Little Fall Magic at Countryway

There’s something about autumn that makes everything feel a little more magical.Maybe it’s the way the afternoon sunlight turns golden, the first hint of cooler weather, or the feeling that the world is inviting us to slow down and stay awhile. Here in Florida, fall has its own kind of charm. It doesn’t always arrive with crisp mornings and colorful leaves, but somehow, we find little ways to welcome it anyway.And that’s part of what makes this season so sweet. The Autumn Edit at Countryway was...

Food + Beverage

A Sweetly Thankful Reason

Article by Jane Osmond | Photography by Tyler Laborde: Naps Happen Photography For SweetBerries, thankfulness is more than a feeling—it is woven into the story of how we came to be a part of the Gainesville community.  When we opened SweetBerries on NW 13th Street in 2013, we did so with the tremendous support of our father and brother, both of whom are now deceased. As two sisters taking a leap of faith and opening a restaurant in Gainesville, we were fortunate to have them beside us every...

Local Services

Grateful for Family, Then and Always

This Thanksgiving, Forest Meadows Funeral Home reminds Gainesville families that gratitude and remembrance go hand in hand. Article by Kathleen Larsen: Director of Strategic Growth & Marketing | Photography by Jennifer Grissom Photography There is a moment at almost every Thanksgiving table — right before the first plate is passed — when someone asks everyone to say what they’re thankful for. The answers vary, but they almost always circle back to the same thing: family. The people who raised...

Finance + Legal Services

Terri's Two Cents: Profitable Gratitude

Gratitude belongs in business, but healthy profits give owners the freedom to reward people, reinvest wisely, and build something lasting. Article by Terri Bork, Abacus Gal LLC | Photography by Tristan Ford Chasing Shadows Photography November is a month for gratitude, and as a Profit & Growth Strategist, I see plenty to be thankful for in the numbers. Revenue is exciting, but profit is what gives a business choices. Healthy profit allows you to reward your team, invest in growth, weather...

Health + Wellness

Thankful for The Gift of Being Together

This holiday season, cherish your family—and notice when someone you love may need support. Article and Photography by Christina Ramos The holidays remind us how fortunate we are to gather with the people we love. Having Mom and Dad or Grandma and Grandpa still at the table is a gift, and time together becomes more precious with every passing year. Holiday visits can also reveal changes that are easy to miss from afar. Maybe Mom has lost weight, the refrigerator is nearly empty, or meals and...

Education

The Biology of Gratitude

How Thankfulness Shapes a Child’s Developing Brain Article and Photography by Christina Miller: Head of School: Millhopper Montessori School Gratitude is more than a polite social habit. When children practice thankfulness, many biological changes occur inside their growing bodies and brains. This simple emotional shift triggers a chemical reaction that supports their mental health, strengthens their immune function, and builds lifelong cognitive resilience. At the center of this process is...

Professional Services

GreatFlorida Thanks You

We are so grateful for the warm welcome and the community that has embraced GreatFlorida Insurance of Gainesville. Article by Edwin Duque | Photography by Taylor Noe When we reflect on the past year of owning a small business here in Gainesville, the word that comes to mind is thankful . To every local networking organization like GAWN and BNI that has embraced us, thank you. To every customer who calls and trusts us with their insurance – thank you. We truly love what we do, we love...

Local Services

Grateful for Gainesville

Building Connections & Community Article and Photography by Suzanne Porath 2026 marked our first full year as business owners . Despite many years as friends and framers, stepping out on our own was a big leap… and we’ve been welcomed with nothing but support from our community. From graduations, weddings, births, anniversaries, and even grief, you’ve trusted us with your most sentimental moments. For all of that, we continue giving thanks.

Life + Culture

Shop Local, Love Local, Live Local

Every Local Purchase Builds a Stronger Community Article and Photography by Earthwise Pets : Clean Up in Style  Earthwise Pets /Clean up your dog’s waste with stylish Puppy Barkin Poop bag holders /  https://jonesville.earthwisepet.com/jonesville/  / Call (352) 554-5655   Gainesville Picture Framers : Making Memories Last!  Gainesville Picture Framers  / Brett and Suzanne, local picture framers and craftsman / Stop by today for a free quote, no appointment necessary!/ ...

Local Services

Thankful for our amazing clients!

Budget Blinds thanks our community for 22 years of service. Article by Jody Dolsberry | Photography by Mike Shea Photography At Budget Blinds of Gainesville, when we started this business back in 2004, our goal was to provide excellent customer service and great quality custom window treatments with an exclusive 5-year warranty. We have been extremely fortunate to have an amazing long-term Budget Blinds team, and our clients have also been exemplary over the years.  Feel free to visit our...