For some Gainesville businesses, Valentine's Day is the busiest day of the year.

Alexandra Chong was at a post-Valentine's Day brunch two years ago with a group of girlfriends in London. During the lunch, the women started breaking down their relationships and dating in general. Soon after, Chong said she felt like women needed a place to talk about the men in their lives. That's when Lulu came to life.

Don't be surprised if there's a knock on the door this holiday season.

Homecoming weekend will begin with the Gator Gallop and Homecoming Parade Friday. The event generates ample garbage and waste. City workers will be putting trash cans along the parade’s route starting in the morning and will be collecting trash throughout the day to keep the streets as clean as possible. …

Florida child welfare officials created a volunteer advocate position Wednesday to combat human trafficking.

Ocala's Phoenix Rising program was recognized as a "Bright Idea" by Harvard's Kennedy School. It helps young adults get back into society.

Just in time for flu season, the University of Florida Student Health Care Center is offering free flu shots for students.