Palestine Magazine Spring 2024 | Page 20

BUILDING COMMUNITY one pastry at a time ...

STORY BY JASON JONES

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landmark business usually takes many years to establish . Many Palestine businesses have operated in the area for generations and are considered cornerstones of the community . The process requires many hours of hard work , immaculate customer service , a product that is wanted and embraced by the community and a willingness to give back to that community when a helping hand is needed .
Such a tall order for success would seem to take decades to accomplish … unless you are Jocelyn ’ s Donuts .
Jocelyn ’ s is truly a landmark in Palestine . Nestled under a large oak tree in what formerly housed Westside Assembly of God on West Oak Street in Westwood , the spot is regularly the gathering place for travelers ,
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