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Family Dollar Closure Threatens Neighborhood | Gainesville News
A Family Dollar on State Road 21 may shutter its doors, threatening a vital community lifeline for locals who rely on it for everyday essentials and jobs—especially for those living below the poverty line. This potential loss follows the recent closures of Williamson’s Food Store and 91-year-old Chiappini’s, sparking deep emotional reactions from residents who grew up with these neighborhood staples. In response, a grassroots petition has gathered nearly 150 signatures, urging the company to keep the store open—despite the presence of a nearby Dollar General, which locals say doesn’t offer…
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