Historic Eastside Celebrates End of Food Desert With Store Opening

Fifth Street and Florida Avenue was overwhelmed with ‘Out East’ residents, dignitaries and sponsors for the grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony of The Corner at Debs Store. Debs store began its journey on the corner of 1478 Florida Avenue over 100 years ago. The corner brick building was a staple in the community receiving visitors from eastside residents Bullet Bob Hayes, World Series pitcher Don Bessent, former politicians, senators, governors and mayors.

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