Hellen Hestor helps children cross a busy Gainesville intersection each morning and carries the responsibility for their safety.

Edward Hines manages the responsibilities of driving a bus, including keeping to a schedule, watching for safety issues and interacting with passengers throughout the day.

Dr. Joe Guevara does the daily work of a large-animal veterinarian, including long hours, travel between farms and caring for animals that require immediate attention.

Jaquelyn King appreciates how rideshare driving offers flexibility for her schedule and the chance to meet a wide range of people.

Derek Castillo of the 16th Avenue Diner in Gainesville tells of the routines and pressures of working in food service, from managing customer expectations to handling busy shifts.

When Midnight Cookies, a former bakery located on Southwest 34th Street, closed its shop on Sept. 27, many longtime customers assumed it was the end of their favorite dessert spot. But less than a month later, the bakery announced a recipe-based fundraiser with all proceeds benefiting the Humane Society of North Central Florida.

The Children’s Table in Bronson plans to serve around 500 hot meals to the community during its fourth consecutive Thanksgiving Feast on Saturday.

A pair of Newberry 15-year-olds run a business, Roddy’s Lemonade, that goes further than just showcasing their creativity.

Brian Reedy is a renowned artist in Miami whose work is featured across the world.

Over 300 cars could be spotted in the Deeper Purpose Community Complex at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday in anticipation of the Thanksgiving grocery drive-thru kickoff.