Lifestyle

8 hours ago in Lifestyle

There’s an easy way to get rid of all the reusable bags piling up in your home

The environmental impact of a reusable bag is relatively small, so ending up with a sizable stash isn't a significant problem. Still, paring down can declutter cupboards and lead to a smaller collection that'll actually get used. As for the excess, donate to food banks and thrift stores.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

Want to lower your risk of dementia? It doesn’t involve a blood test

New blood tests that might predict Alzheimer's years before symptoms begin may sound tantalizing for people who worry about later-in-life dementia. But doctors say they aren't quite ready yet — and besides, you don't need a test before trying to lower your risk.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

In an age of instant answers, educators say there’s a case for letting kids struggle a little

When children forget their lunch, can't solve a math problem or don't know how to get somewhere, the instinct for parents can be to step in immediately. But sometimes, the problem is an opportunity.

Sports

7 hours ago in Sports

Justin Verlander is retiring. With a work stoppage on the horizon, how many others might join him?

The 43-year-old Justin Verlander has already announced this is his final year. Some other prominent players may also have made — or might be making — their last appearances in the major leagues.

8 hours ago in Sports

Injuries to Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels deprive the NFL of 2 young stars

Caleb Williams was carted off the field with a hamstring injury. Jayden Daniels needed a cart after he dislocated his elbow again. Williams and Daniels already were linked together as Heisman Trophy winners selected with the first two picks of the 2024 NFL draft.

3 days ago in Sports, Trending

Josh Allen opens the Bills’ new stadium with a 5-TD outing in a 41-31 win over the Lions

Josh Allen quickly put his stamp on Highmark Stadium by throwing three touchdown passes and running for two more scores in a 41-31 victory over the Detroit Lions on Thursday night in the first regular-season game at the $2.1 billion facility.

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5 hours ago in Community, Education, Local

4th Annual Ocala Film Derby showcases Marion County student filmmakers

Brick paved street that begins narrow and widens further out with the Marion Theatre, The Tipsy Skipper, Mutiny Bar Ocala and The Lodge lining a white sidewalk on the left side. On the right side of the road lies Ivy on the Square with plants lining the sidewalk nearest the road and a white, vacant building. Various parallel parking spots line the brick paved road.

The 4th Annual Ocala Film Derby brings Marion County student filmmakers together for five days of workshops, downtown production and career connections before their original short films premiere on the big screen at the Marion Theatre, where awards and a record-setting scholarship total will be revealed.

4 days ago in Community, Local

Marion County pauses large commercial data centers for a year with a 50-megawatt cutoff on who still gets through

Front view of the Marion County Board of County Commissioners building in Ocala, Florida

Marion County approved a 12-month moratorium on large commercial data centers of 50 megawatts or more after a 4-1 vote over smaller-plant exemptions

5 days ago in 352today Fall Guide, Entertainment, Local

Ocala’s Sunset Songs series returns to Citizens’ Circle beginning Oct. 9

A large, brick building features stairs line with black metal railings and short, red walls. Over the entrance is a smaller overhang with red letters on the front reading, "citizen's circle." Picnic tables with umbrellas are around the area. A flagpole waves the American flag and the City of Ocala flag. A statue of a butterfly stands in the center. A small splash pad can be seen encircled by the red walls.

The annual evening concert series runs from October through March and brings local and regional acts to downtown Ocala for free.

6 days ago in Community, Local

Marion County approves 1,500-foot buffer for smoke, vape and kratom shops

A beige background, with blue to the left and right, with flag on either side of the center beige background. A multi-colored insignia with writing an images in the center, in front of the beige background, with a gray wall underneath the insignia at the bottom of the background.

Existing shops are grandfathered, though one speaker said some convenience stores "carry just products of hedonism" and should not get the same exemption.

6 days ago in Business, Local

Here’s what Spectrum’s acquisition of Cox means for internet and cable customers in the 352

a crew works on installing fiber optic cable

Spectrum's purchase of Cox was completed last month, and rebranding will be rolling out to former Cox subscribers starting September 16.

1 week ago in Community, Local

Marion County raises property tax rate after one-year COVID-fund cut

Commissioners voted 5-0 to raise the countywide rate to 4.28 mills and set a $1.73 billion tentative budget, with final action set for Sept. 24.

1 week ago in Health & Wellness, Local

Moffitt Cancer Center opens new ‘First Connect’ office in Ocala

moffitt cancer center first connect office ocala florida

The new Ocala office will help connect patients with the appropriate Moffitt specialists more quickly and conveniently, helping ease the stress between diagnosis and treatment.

1 week ago in Community, Local

Marion County sets hearing on Monday for new smoke and vape shops near schools, churches

The ordinance names e-cigarettes, kratom and kratom products, allowing existing shops to remain while barring new ones from opening within 1,500 feet of a school, daycare, church or park.

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7 hours ago in Entertainment

Presley Gerber, son of Cindy Crawford, dies at 27, family representative says

Presley Gerber, the son of supermodel Cindy Crawford and businessman Rande Gerber, died on Sunday at age 27, a family representative said. Gerber died at a rehab facility, according to online records of the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner.

7 hours ago in Sports

Justin Verlander is retiring. With a work stoppage on the horizon, how many others might join him?

The 43-year-old Justin Verlander has already announced this is his final year. Some other prominent players may also have made — or might be making — their last appearances in the major leagues.

8 hours ago in Sports

Injuries to Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels deprive the NFL of 2 young stars

Caleb Williams was carted off the field with a hamstring injury. Jayden Daniels needed a cart after he dislocated his elbow again. Williams and Daniels already were linked together as Heisman Trophy winners selected with the first two picks of the 2024 NFL draft.

3 days ago in Sports, Trending

Josh Allen opens the Bills’ new stadium with a 5-TD outing in a 41-31 win over the Lions

Josh Allen quickly put his stamp on Highmark Stadium by throwing three touchdown passes and running for two more scores in a 41-31 victory over the Detroit Lions on Thursday night in the first regular-season game at the $2.1 billion facility.

3 days ago in Entertainment

Jon Stewart explains his ongoing philanthropic support of first responders

Jon Stewart says he never really decided to focus his charity efforts on first responders and their families. It just happened. The award-winning host of "The Daily Show" said he wanted to feel useful and support people who dedicated their lives to helping others.