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‘That’s my flag!’: UF students react to Bad Bunny’s joyful halftime show
By Christopher Rodriguez | Feb. 9Not every non-Spanish speaking listener felt the language barrier posed an issue.
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Gainesville artists and poets celebrate a night of Black love, art and poetry
By Laura Manzor | Feb. 8Gainesville artists, poets and community members came together for a free event Feb. 7 at the Oakview Community Center to celebrate Black History Month with art exhibits and spoken word performances.
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Fill your calendar with this week’s Gainesville music events
By Isabel Kraby | Feb. 8This Valentine’s week, Gainesville is hosting many romantic music events alongside hardcore metal and garage punk shows. Check out what concerts are taking place this week starting Feb. 9.
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Ditch the supermarket flowers and hit these 6 local shops for Valentine’s Day
By Aaliyah Evertz | Feb. 8Whether you’re planning a romantic gesture, a low-key “thinking of you” or something a little more creative than the standard dozen roses, Gainesville has no shortage of local florists ready to help you get it right.
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A Gainesville guide on where to watch the Super Bowl
By Christopher Rodriguez | Feb. 6Several local bars and restaurants in Gainesville are offering meal and drink deals in anticipation of the big game. Whether you’re a Seahawks or Patriots fan, here are some of the best spots to watch, eat and drink.
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Gainesville ukulelists gather for teenage virtuoso Feng E
By Isabel Kraby | Feb. 3Feng E, currently on his Southeast tour of the U.S., made his claim to fame at 10 years old when his performance of Australian guitarist Tommy Emmanuel’s version of “Classical Gas” went viral. The ukulelist has since appeared on “The Ellen DeGenerous Show,” “Asia’s Got Talent” and “America’s Got Talent.”
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Gainesville residents beat the cold at fiery feminist chili cook-off
By Christopher Rodriguez | Feb. 2From what kind of chiles to include to the everlasting “do beans belong in chili” debate, it seems as if nobody can agree on what the food actually is, he said.
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‘Send Help’ turns survival into a savage, darkly funny showdown
By Aaliyah Evertz | Feb. 2Basic survival tasks — finding food, building shelter, deciding who’s in charge — spiral into painfully funny power struggles.
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Gainesville beanbag store transforms into pop-up comedy venue
By Aaliyah Evertz | Feb. 2The pop-up show — held in the store since last summer — featured touring headliner Ben Roy.
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Fill your calendar with this week’s Gainesville music events
By Isabel Kraby | Feb. 1The first full week of February welcomes a host of musicians, from a Taiwanese ukulelist to a Canadian alternative pop singer. Check out all the music happenings this week starting Feb. 2.
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Grab your sneakers and meet City Girls Who Walk GNV
By Teia Williams | Jan. 31During golden hour with water bottles in hand, City Girls Who Walk take on Gainesville’s trails and end with new friendships formed.
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The LEGO trading location opened on Saturday, attracting builders and their families
By Ariana Pedraza | Jan. 31Lines formed across from Newberry Square at 6 a.m. Saturday as LEGO fans gathered in sub-50 degree weather to watch the doors open to a new location of Bricks & Minifigs. The store caters to fans by offering the opportunity to trade old LEGOs and buy individual pieces in addition to selling popular sets.
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What ‘Sinners’ nomination surge means for Black cinema, horror genre at the Oscars
By Aaliyah Evertz | Jan. 31Ryan Coogler’s “Sinners” was already one of 2025’s most talked-about films. Now, it’s made Oscar history. At UF, students and faculty say the recognition feels both validating and complicated.
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New-ish pizzeria slices Neapolitan pies — and a ribbon
By Summer Johnston | Jan. 29About 30 people gathered Wednesday outside for the grand opening of Bowie Pizza as the owner cut the ribbon with enormous scissors.
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Food vendors toil with rising costs at Hoggetowne Medieval Faire
By Aaliyah Evertz | Jan. 27The feast is as much a tradition as the jousts — but this year, rising food costs are adding new pressure behind the booths.
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A new Gainesville cafe kickflips onto Fifth Avenue
By Summer Johnston | Jan. 26The teams behind Lowbar coffee and Bushel & Peck bakery combined forces to open a brick-and-mortar cafe on Friday at 1001 NW Fifth Ave.
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How to cope after watching ‘Heated Rivalry’: A Gainesvillager’s guide
By Teia Williams | Jan. 26For those who never want to leave the cottage, here are some ways to feed the “Heated Rivalry” hangover.
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3 Venezuelan restaurants you can’t miss in Gainesville
By Ornella Moreno | Jan. 25Here are three Venezuelan restaurants you definitely have to try if you haven’t already.
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Gainesville DJs ‘blend’ generations of electronic music enthusiasts
By Isabel Kraby and Christopher Rodriguez | Jan. 25To these passionate disc jockeys, their craft is much more than beatmatching and smooth transitions; it's fostering connections with crowds and bridging the gap between generations.
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Fill your calendar with this week’s Gainesville music events
By Isabel Kraby | Jan. 25Concerts and music events the week of Jan. 26
