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How Poor Richard’s built its legacy in Gainesville
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Trudy Bailey, general manager at Poor Richard's, takes down a customers order on Wednesday, May 15, 2019. After 42 years, the owner of the Poor Richard's wants to sell his restaurant. - photo by Austin Steele
Kelsey Podo
Updated: May 18, 2019, 8:42 PM
Published: May 18, 2019, 8:43 PM
Glancing at the unchanging wood panels, antique decorations and long-time staff of Poor Richard’s Restaurant, Richard LeCain feels ready to let go. “We have enjoyed it, and it’s just time at my age,” 74-year-old LeCain said. “Maybe it’s time to sell. It’ll be hard to adjust to retirement, but I think I’ll enjoy it.”
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UPDATE: Here's what's being filmed at Lake Lanier Olympic Park
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Drivers on Clarks Bridge Road near Lake Lanier Olympic Park should plan for delays today and tomorrow, March 24-25, due to filming taking place in the area. - photo by Scott Rogers
Greg Finan Jr.
The Times
Updated: Mar 25, 2025, 7:34 PM
Published: Mar 24, 2025, 5:33 PM
Traffic disruptions and delays on Clarks Bridge Road in recent days have been confirmed to be caused by the filming of an untitled Hulu project.
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