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The Gainesville Sun
After six hours of debate, county OKs Wildflowers Music Park in Melrose
With more than 100 people attending across three rooms, the Alachua County Commission voted unanimously on Feb. 10 to approve a temporary use permit for the contested Wildflowers Music Park festival in Melrose. The more than six-hour meeting featured two opposing sides. One group, largely dressed in white shirts bearing a red slash over the words “Wildflowers Music Park,” sat opposite supporters wearing aqua blue shirts with a floral pattern behind the word “Wildflowers.” Running from March 13-15, the Wildflowers Music Park festival is named after Gainesville native Tom Petty’s iconic album, "Wildflowers." Supporters of the 210-acre festival said it presents an opportunity to bring a rural community together through music while conserving land and generating a positive economic impact. Critics, while supportive of live music, said they fear the festival will bring heavy traffic, excessive noise, trespassers and trash into their backyard. Principal Planner Chris Dawson presented the commission with a proposal for approval that included 14 conditions, such as limiting amplified music to certain hours, requiring fencing or silt barriers to protect gopher tortoise burrows, and setting a maximum attendance of 5,000 people. Under the conditions, gates may open to the public no earlier than 9 a.m. on
businessdebut.com
New Ice Cream Shop Opening in Chiefland
CHIEFLAND, FL - Sweet Creamery, a new ice cream shop owned by Asha Chaudhari, is planning to open February 10 at 2202 N. Young Blvd., Suite 502, Chiefland, FL 32626, just ahead of Valentine’s Day. Chaudhari told Business Debut the shop will bring a wide range of ice cream flavors and toppings to the area, marking her first business venture.
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Gainesville Food Truck Going Bring and Mortar Soon
GAINESVILLE, FL – DJ’s Cast Iron Burgers is preparing to open its first brick-and-mortar location this March at 5141 NW 43rd Street, Suite 106, Gainesville, FL 32606. The restaurant is co-owned by Jose Nieves and his business partner, Miguel Cardona, and follows several years of operating as a food truck in the community. Nieves told Business Debut the team is targeting an opening in about five to six weeks.
mainstreetdailynews.com
DalMoros Fresh Pasta To Go to open in Gainesville next week
DalMoros Fresh Pasta To Go will open in Gainesville on Thursday at 11 a.m. across from UF’s Ben Hill Griffin Stadium with a grand-opening event. DalMoros offers fresh pasta, homemade sauces, and gluten-friendly options with locations in several states and plans to expand further nationwide. Gainesville will receive a...
Alachua Chronicle
Celebrate Valentine’s Weekend with live music, selfie spots, and Galentine’s fun at Celebration Pointe
Guests can enjoy live music from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. on Feb. 13 & 14 at Celebration Pointe while exploring Valentine-themed selfie spots designed for capturing memorable moments with friends and loved ones. The post Celebrate Valentine’s Weekend with live music, selfie spots, and Galentine’s fun at Celebration Pointe appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .
allamericanatlas.com
5 Best New Restaurants in Gainesville, Florida that People are Raving About
Gainesville has grown beyond its reputation as a pure college‑town, with newer restaurants bringing more polished spaces, ambitious menus, and a stronger sense of local sourcing. These five spots show how the city is balancing student‑friendly energy with more grown‑up dining. 1. Spurrier’s Gridiron Grille. Located...
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DalMoros Fresh Pasta To Go Celebrates Grand Opening In Gainesville, Florida On Thursday, February 19
The Popular, Fast-Casual, Fresh Pasta and Homemade Sauce Restaurant to Commemorate the Grand Opening of the Highly Anticipated Newest U.S. Franchise and First Location on a College Campus with a Special “Pasta Cutting”. First 100 Customers of DalMoros Gainesville Receive a Free Pasta Card for Use on Their Next...
The Gainesville Sun
DJ’s Cast Iron Burgers to open first permanent location in March
DJ's Cast Iron Burgers will be serving up its classic gourmet burgers from a new permanent location beginning in March. DJ's co-founder Jose Nieves told The Sun on Feb. 6 that a new brick-and-mortar location at 5141 NW 43rd St., Suite 106, and its original food truck will both be operating separately, seven days a week. Nieves said he and business partner Miguel Cardona have had plans for the permanent location for more than a year. "We have most of the equipment already in the building. Once the furniture comes in, we'll confidently share a date of the grand opening and let the community know," Nieves said. DJ’s first launched as a small pop-up tent with friends and family on Nov. 28, 2020. Nieves said the name DJ comes from the first initials of co-owners Dan and Jose.Inspired by fast food chains like Raising Cane's, In-N-Out Burger and Chick-fil-A, Nieves said DJ's strives to make high-quality food with a limited menu. DJ’s launched during the COVID-19 pandemic while Nieves was operating another local business, Brio Cold Brew. Over time, he said, community support helped keep the tent operation afloat. However, state officials later intervened and forced the pop-up to close,
WCJB
Alachua County commissioners hear hours of debate over proposed Wildflowers festival in Melrose
antiMUSIC
Less Than Jake Announce Wake And Bake 2026
(BPM) Less Than Jake are bringing the party home with Wake And Bake 2026. The weekend-long event takes place March 13-14 in Gainesville, FL at Vivid Music Hall. The band will be celebrating 30 years of Losing Streak and 25 years of Borders and Boundaries with special anniversary sets, as well as all the fan favorites.
Alachua Chronicle
DalMoros Fresh Pasta To Go celebrates Grand Opening in Gainesville on Thursday, February 19
DalMoros Fresh Pasta To Go announces their Gainesville expansion with the exciting grand opening on Thursday, February 19, across from Ben Hill Griffin Stadium The post DalMoros Fresh Pasta To Go celebrates Grand Opening in Gainesville on Thursday, February 19 appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .
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Check Out These Unique Valentine’s Day Celebrations in Gainesville Starting this Weekend
GAINESVILLE, FL (352today.com) – Gainesville is getting ready for a month of love and appreciation, celebrating loved ones be they friends, families or partners. This month will feature unique gatherings for exciting moments and high-energy festivities. Toxic Love: An Anti-Valentine’s Day Brunch. Kairos Events and Catering is hosting...
businessdebut.com
Egyptian Dining Concept Opening in Gainesville
GAINESVILLE, FL — The Egyptian Cafe is preparing to open at 21 SE 2nd Pl, Gainesville, FL 32601, introducing an Egyptian dining concept led by longtime restaurateur Mohey Osman. Osman told Business Debut he is targeting a late February opening, pending final licensing approvals. The new cafe is designed...
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Check Out These Unique Valentine’s Day Celebrations in Gainesville Starting this Weekend
GAINESVILLE, FL (352today.com) – Gainesville is getting ready for a month of love and appreciation, celebrating loved ones be they friends, families or partners. This month will feature unique gatherings for exciting moments and high-energy festivities. Toxic Love: An Anti-Valentine’s Day Brunch. Kairos Events and Catering is hosting...
businessdebut.com
Local Seafood Food Truck Coming to Old Town
OLD TOWN, FL — Croft Seafood is expanding its local seafood operation with the launch of a new food truck in Old Town, targeting a February opening, owner Hope Croft told Business Debut. The truck will be based at 159 SE 864th Ave, Old Town, FL 32680, and will operate throughout Dixie, Levy and Gilchrist counties, with occasional service in Citrus County, bringing fresh, locally sourced seafood to communities across the region focusing on communities with limited daytime dining options.
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This laid-back Florida seafood spot feels like a local tradition
If you’re chasing the real Florida flavor, skip the tourist traps and head straight to The Freezer. Nestled in Homosassa, this seafood spot doesn’t need fancy décor or flashing signs. The charm is in the smell of salt and smoke, the chatter of locals at the counter, and the sight of fish fresh off the boat.
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Photo gallery: Ticket lines to see SNL's Marcello Hernandez Thursday
University of Florida students line up in the Reitz Union across the second and third floors to secure tickets to Gator Nights' accent speaker Marcello Hernandez in Gainesville, Fla., on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026. (Riley Beiswenger/ WUFT News) The line for tickets to see Saturday Night Live's Marcello Hernandez stretched...
Alachua Chronicle
Bryan Bielanski to perform in Gainesville on February 22 and 23
Bryan Bielanski is on tour promoting his latest album, "Bryan's Super Happy Fun Time 4" and will be performing on February 22 and February 23 in Gainesville. The post Bryan Bielanski to perform in Gainesville on February 22 and 23 appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .