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These Businesses Closed in North Central Florida in May 2026
Several businesses across North Central Florida permanently closed during May 2026, including a longtime family-owned gas station, a popular Gainesville nightclub and local eateries.
17-Year-Old Accused in Southwest Ocala Vehicle Burglary Spree, Car Theft
A 17-year-old is facing multiple felony charges after Marion County Sheriff's Office detectives linked him to a series of vehicle burglaries and the theft of a 2025 Nissan Sentra in southwest Ocala.
Marion County School Board Announces New Principals, Leadership for 2026-27 Year
Marion County Public Schools has announced new principals for several schools, along with multiple district-level leadership changes for the 2026-27 school year.
3 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Fishermen prepared for the longest red snapper season in recent memory. A court order stopped it
Recreational fishermen are pitched against commercial fishermen and environmentalists in a legal dispute that has halted what was expected to be the longest snapper season in years, reflecting broader tensions over the Trump administration's efforts to loosen fishing rules and deregulate the seas.
3 weeks ago in National
Employers added 172,000 jobs last month as US job market shows resilience despite Iran war
The American job market continues to show surprising strength, shrugging off the high costs of the Iran war. Employers added 172,000 jobs in May – roughly double what forecasters had expected – and the unemployment rate remained at a low 4.3%.
Collectorfest Returns to Ocala with More Comics, Games and Toys
Join Collectorfest for a new season of collections, toys, games and more.
3 weeks ago in National
Homicide convictions reversed for Colorado paramedics who injected ketamine into Elijah McClain
A Colorado court reversed homicide convictions against two paramedics on Thursday in the death of Elijah McClain, a Black man who was pinned down by police and injected with a fatal dose of ketamine.
3 weeks ago in Sports
NBA bans two fans for life after one runs onto court during Game 1, attempts selfie with Wemby
The NBA banned two people for life from its arenas on Thursday, after one of them was arrested shortly after running onto the court during Game 1 of the NBA Finals and appearing to take a selfie next to San Antonio star Victor Wembanyama.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment
Choose ‘Trainspotting’: Ewan McGregor and Danny Boyle reflect on the life-changing film
Ewan McGregor, for a fleeting moment after "Trainspotting" came out, felt like a rock star. The kinetic film about four heroin addicts in late-1980s Scotland was and, 30 years later, remains defining — in his career, in the culture and in his understanding of what true artistic satisfaction can feel like.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment
What to watch for at the Tony Awards on Broadway’s biggest night
Twenty-four shows on Broadway received Tony Award nominations this season, but not all will walk away with a trophy and the box office attention they usually bring.
352 WEEKEND EVENT TOP PICKS JUNE 5-7: Movies, Music and Markets
This weekend is host to a variety of summer series, music and markets.
Ellianos Coffee Sets June 24 Opening Date for New Williston Location
The Florida-founded drive-thru coffee chain is rapidly expanding its footprint in the 352.
Woman Accused of Trying to Sell RV She Didn’t Own at Marion County Storage Facility
Marion County investigators say an Orlando woman unlawfully entered an RV at a storage facility, removed ownership documents and attempted to sell the vehicle to another person before being arrested on multiple felony charges.
3 weeks ago in Sports
Looking for NBA Finals seats? The Knicks are making 2 in celebrity row available in an auction
Still looking for tickets to the NBA Finals? The New York Knicks are making available two of the best seats in the house — right by the likes of Ben Stiller and Spike Lee — to the highest bidder.
3 weeks ago in World
Sherpa guide missing for a week on Mount Everest rescued while crawling to base camp
A Sherpa guide was found crawling to base camp on Mount Everest a week after he went missing and was reunited with his family who had given up hope he would return.
Circle Square Commons Brings Line Dancing Lessons to The Town Square in Ocala
Boots & Beats takes place every Wednesday at Circle Square Common's Town Square in Ocala.
3 weeks ago in Sports
Arrest warrant issued for 49ers receiver Brandon Aiyuk for misdemeanor speeding charge
The Santa Clara County District Attorney's Office has issued an arrest warrant for San Francisco 49ers receiver Brandon Aiyuk on a misdemeanor charge of exhibition of speeding.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Dutch court allows rapper Ye concerts in the Netherlands
A judge in Amsterdam on Wednesday rejected an appeal by a Jewish organization to block two performances by the rapper Ye, formerly Kanye West, ruling that the concerts are not a threat to public order.
3 weeks ago in Sports
Down 0-1 in Stanley Cup Final, Hurricanes coach on top line vs. Vegas: ‘We need them to get going’
After carrying the Carolina Hurricanes during the season as their top goal scorers, Seth Jarvis, Sebastian Aho and Andrei Svechnikov are ice cold in the playoffs.
Reading with the Ranger Literacy Program Coming to Ocala Parks
The City of Ocala is bringing Reading with the Ranger to Ocala parks and community spaces.
