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Downtown businesses fight construction-era invisibility as Streatery work continues

Ongoing construction of the $4.5 million Streatery pedestrian project along Southwest First Street has made some downtown Gainesville businesses difficult to see and access, prompting owners to post signage and use social media to remind customers they remain open. Alachua County officials have also taken to social media urging residents not to let the construction discourage them from patronizing local establishments. The owner of Loosey’s Downtown acknowledged conditions are manageable for now but warned the situation could worsen.

Sources: WCJB TV20