Treasures in the Attic

Treasures in the Attic, Gainesville, FL JEANNIE’S ATTIC on Main Street in Alachua is a wellappointed shop selling highquality, handpicked resale furniture and home decor items, all in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Having been in business for over 6 years, they have an established clientele of customers who know that they will always find just what they are looking for, ...

How to Get Rid of Pests

How to Get Rid of Pests, Gainesville, FL GOT ANTS, roaches, ticks, fleas, termites and termite related problems? We are the company to call. Any pest…anywhere... any problem, we can solve it for our customers.” We specialize in all termite and termite related problems. As the first franchise granted in the state of Florida, P.M.P. Management Services, Inc. d/b/a/ ...

Creamy Country Goodness

Creative Cuisine, Gainesville, FL THIS ONE WAS SO good we thought we would try it out in our office. MarketingConsultant Mac Gravely couldn’t wait to take a bite. This month’s recipe is from Browns Country Buffet in beautiful Alachua. This is Dan’s secretrecipe and he was reluctant to share it with us. But we’re sure glad he did. Browns serves one of the ...

From Migraines to Smiles

From Migraines to Smiles, Gainesville, FL HER PAIN WAS so excruciating that Kimberly Beach would have to lie down in the dark just to deal with it. For nearly twenty-five years she suffered through debilitating migraine headaches that began when she got braces on her teeth. The headaches didn’t go away when the braces came off, but Kimberly never thought to attribute them ...

Publisher's Letter

Gainesville Today's Publishers' letter, Gainesville, FL   THIS MONTH AT GAINESVILLE TODAY, it’s all about new arrivals. We’ve found the latest Alachua has to offer in furniture, food, and home improvements. And for the moms-to-be, pull up that rocker and relax, because we’re featuring the perfect place for everything you’ll need with the newest addition ...

Finding Extra Money Under Your Own Roof

Finding Extra Money Under Your Own Roof, Gainesville, FL FINDING CASH for the things you want or need may be right under your own roof. With SunState Federal Credit Union’s Home Equity Loan Programs, you can use your home’s equity to finance just about anything. Whether its college tuition, home improvements, purchasing an auto, or debt consolidation, SunState’s ...

Having a Baby With Style

FINALLY, A DREAM come true: You’re a mommy-to-be. Months from now you’ll be snuggling your little sweet pea, tenderly pinching pink little toes, singing “This Little Piggy,” gently rubbing your cheek against fine and feathery baby hair, and planting kisses on a tiny nose. Before your bun comes out of the oven, however, there’s plenty of work to ...

Alachua: Then and Now

T HERE IS A SMALL, peaceful and charming town just far enough up US Highway 441 to separate it from the hustle and bustle of Gainesville, yet it is close enough for quick trips to remain convenient and relaxing. Indeed, many visitors claim they can actually feel tensions and stresses slip away after only a short stroll down the tree-lined Main Street and after visiting the ...

Kristi's on Main

H AVE YOU EVER felt like you just couldn’t find that perfect gift? Have you searched and searched for something for that special person or just for something for yourself and had no luck? Well…Kristi Crane, of Kristi’s on Main, says “A vision was born out of what seemed to be an endless search”…. and it sparked a notion with her to find ...

The Garden Gallery

B ONNIE DEL ROSAL is from Canada and her husband, Mike, from Miami. After living in Miami, raising their daughter to college age, they moved to Alabama, bought a farm and loved it. But, they missed Florida. So, they moved back to Florida and chose Alachua. "We were looking for a relaxed, historic atmosphere" said Bonnie. And what better describes Alachua than relaxing ...

Savannah Antiques

T AKING A WALK along Main Street in downtown Alachua is like stepping back in time. But venture further up the hill, and you’ll find a brick building with etched half-moon windows and weathered charm. And in the corner space of that building is a new treasure — Savannah Antiques, Gallery and Consignment. Alachua Resident, Angie King- Thomas opened Savannah Antiques ...

Decorating Made Easy

FLOOR DÉCOR and Interiors is a decorator’s haven, according to owner Jennifer Rich. With more than 12 years of combined experience, the employees are known for their good taste and decorating expertise. “Our mission is to provide Gainesville and its surrounding areas with trendy and unique flooring and interiors that will enhance the beauty of your custom ...

Home Improvement Tips

Home improvement can mean different things to different people. Some like to see immediate benefits, while others think about improving lifestyle, and still others focus on their home’s resale value. With so many options available, either by doing it yourself, or by having a contractor do it for you, home improvement is well worth the effort. Here are a few quick improvement ...

Paint the Town

“THE PAINT YOU’LL love to use … results you’ll love to live with.” That’s Benjamin Moore Paint according to Central Paint Store Manager Lowell Schneider. Central Paint Store, a fixture in Gainesville for over 30 years, is a Benjamin Moore Signature Store Paint Dealer. It carries Benjamin Moore’s premium paint, nationally renowned ...

Dowling's Tree Service

B ORN IN south Georgia, Dana Dowling and his family relocated to Florida in 1962 when Dana was eight-years old. After coming to Florida, Dana’s father became ill and his mother went to work, becoming the family breadwinner with a job in a furniture upholstery store. Dana attributes a lot of his hard work ethics to helping out his mother on the weekends and after school. ...

Mid-Fla Heating & Air Has the Power!

AS A COMPANY that has earned its reputation as the leading provider of heating, ventilation and air conditioning services in Mid-Fla we are proud to introduce our new product line of generators. We carry top of the line of products including Carrier and as always, we warranty our products, setting us apart from some of our competitors. We are setting a new standard in homes ...

No Job Too Small

W HEN KEVIN LAYNE , owner/ operator of Screen Doctors LLC, is asked to explain how his business has grown, he mentions one thing – Advertising! In his advertising, Kevin provides a list of his services, as well as simply stating, “No job too small.” Many customers who contact Layne after seeing this ad mention that this is what got their attention. Screen ...

Rejuvenate your Skin

DIEGO AND JOSEPH opened 633-Ray of Beauty as a skin care center for the entire family. Teens, moms, dads and seniors can enjoy European technology and formulas without department store costs. As I walked in to 633, instantly my body and mind began to relax. The atmosphere is as stress free as their ORGANIC products are free of impurities and synthetics. There are no mineral ...

A Tale of Two Teams

THE GATOR baseball team continues a winning tradition, while Lady Gator softball is on the rise. Yet they have more in common than you might think. On the surface, it’s easy to see the differences in the University of Florida Gator baseball and Lady Gator softball teams. A coach firmly entrenched in the program versus a coach new to campus. A team full of veteran players ...

10 Things I Love About Gainesville - Alan Hitchcock

10. Youth Sports Activities - I loved having the opportunity to coach in the recreation program and to watch my children participate in youth sports. The programs in Alachua are outstanding. 9. Proximity to the University of Florida (Go Gators!) - As a graduate of UF and lifelong Gator fan, I enjoy the opportunity to attend Florida football and basketball games. 8. A ...

NUBA - A Centered Community

THE RESIDENTS of Alachua County had long dreamed of a neighborhood community center. Thanks in part to the University of Florida and primarily to Neighborhoods United for a Better Alachua (NUBA), this vision became a reality with a ribbon cutting ceremony on January 16, 2006. Rather than demolishing an existing building, the University hoped to donate the existing wood to ...