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352 WEEKEND TOP PICKS: Exciting Fundraisers and Local Fun

This weekend is full of local charity fundraisers and lively annual events.

A colored photo of a person in light denim jeans and pink shoes bending down to pick up a colored easter egg from the grass with a basket.

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Eggs-travagant Easter Fun: Top 352 Area Egg Hunts and Activities

The 352 is planning unique and traditional Easter egg traditions to help swing into spring.

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Fetty Wap has a lot to say on ‘Zavier.’ It’s his first album since being released from prison

Fetty Wap is beaming so big, it is almost as if his smile enters the room before he does. And these days, the Paterson, New Jersey-born melodic rapper and singer has a lot to be happy about.

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‘Stand by Me’ stars reflect on the movie, Rob Reiner and its return to theaters 40 years later

Jerry O'Connell, Corey Feldman and Wil Wheaton were already thinking about "Stand by Me" when Rob Reiner died in December. Just a week prior, the trio spent a weekend together attending some screenings of Reiner's beloved coming-of-age film, which was about to turn 40.

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Stephen Colbert and son will co-write a ‘Lord of the Rings’ movie

Stephen Colbert, famous devotee to J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle Earth, is co-writing a "Lord of the Rings" movie with his son. Warner Bros. announced early Wednesday that Colbert will script "The Lord of the Rings: Shadow of the Past" along with series veteran Philippa Boyens and Peter McGee, Colbert's son.

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Summer Event Funding to be Discussed at Marion County Tourism Development Council Meeting

The Marion County Development Council will discuss funding for several events including Rock The Country.

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Now a true pop star, Miley Cyrus returns to her ‘Hannah Montana’ roots to fete anniversary special

Sporting that "Hannah Montana" blond hair and bangs, Miley Cyrus went back to her roots — celebrating 20 years of the TV show that launched the career of a real-life pop star.

A beige wall stands in the middle of two roads on either side of it. The wall has letters that read, "Salt Springs Recreational Area. Ocala National Forest." On the outer sections of the roads are more walls leading through a forested area. Past the walls are palm trees with the roads winding down wooded paths.

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352Today Spring Guide 2026: Explore These Natural Springs in the 352

Spring Break is the perfect opportunity to explore natural springs, learn their history and partake in family friendly activities.

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Box Office: ‘Project Hail Mary’ blasts off with $80.5 million, a best for Amazon MGM, and the year

"Project Hail Mary" is bringing audiences to movie theaters in numbers the industry hasn't seen for a non-franchise film since "Oppenheimer." The science fiction epic starring Ryan Gosling earned around $80.5 million in ticket sales in its first weekend playing in North America, according to studio estimates Sunday.

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Everything you need to know about ‘BTS: The Return,’ the new Netflix documentary

All seven members log onto a livestream, broadcast from a beach. A few years ago, it was a common image. But after the K-pop boy band BTS pressed pause on their full-band duties for nearly four years, it was revelatory.

Rows of motorhomes lined up indoors under bright lights at an RV show, with a large “RV Show USA” sign hanging overhead.

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RV Show USA Showcases Motorhomes at World Equestrian Center Expo Center | PHOTOS

The RV Show USA ran from March 19-22 at the World Equestrian Center, showcasing more than 100 pre-owned recreational vehicles.

Historic garments are displayed on mannequins in a patch of grass inside of a canopy. Between the mannequins is a wardrobe with various historic items.

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Pioneer Women’s History Days: Celebrating Women and their Skills at Ocala’s Fort King

Fort King National Historic Landmark featured historical reenactments, displays and entertainment to celebrate pioneer women's history.

Hundreds of rubber ducks float along a river path marked by a white floating device. A firefighter sprays a strong hose to move them.

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7th Annual Duck Derby Draws Large Crowds to Ocala’s Tuscawilla Park | PHOTOS

The 7th Annual Ocala Duck Derby took place this weekend with large crowds, plenty of vendors and an intense rubber duck race on Lake Tuscawilla.

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Sylvester Stallone, Jean-Claude Van Damme and more react to the death of Chuck Norris

The death of Chuck Norris has triggered an outpouring of memorials from fellow Hollywood tough guys and fans. The martial arts grandmaster and...

7 days ago

FCC approves merger of local television owners Nexstar and Tegna as two lawsuits seek to block it

The Federal Communications Commission on Thursday said it had approved the merger of local television giants Nexstar Media Group and rival Tegna, the same day that...

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CBS News shutters its storied radio news service after nearly a century, ending an era

CBS News said Friday it will shut down its storied radio news service after nearly 100 years of operation, ending an era and blaming challenging economic times as the...

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Chuck Norris, martial arts master and actor whose toughness became internet lore, dies at 86

Chuck Norris, the martial arts grandmaster and action star whose roles in "Walker, Texas Ranger" and other television shows and movies made him...

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Live Nation CEO Michael Rapino, defending his company, takes star role at antitrust trial

's longtime chief executive was the star witness at a New York antitrust trial Thursday, defending the dominant position...

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ABC’s ‘Bachelorette’ cancellation adds to franchise’s long history of controversy

ABC's decision to cancel a completed season of "The Bachelorette" marks the latest controversy in a franchise that has repeatedly faced

A balloon popping fair game features a large booth with a name at the top reading, "Chloe's Prize Palace." Stuffed animals are hung around the booth.

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Here’s Everything We Saw at the Marion County Fair | PHOTOS

The Marion County Fair is back with shows, games, rides and a petting zoo for family entertainment and fun.

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A 14-year-old running for governor is the first teen to get on Vermont’s general election ballot

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Looking back, gubernatorial candidate Dean Roy says his political ambitions started in the eighth grade. And by that he means, last year. After working as a legislative page at the Vermont Statehouse, the 14-year-old freshman at Stowe High School now has his sights set on the corner office.

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Having a conversation and creating best practices for your child’s social media use

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In a pivotal moment that underscored how powerful and immersive social platforms can be for children and teens, a jury in California this week found both Meta and YouTube liable for mental health harms to kids using their services.

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Tom Brady says he’s weighed coming out of retirement, but the NFL doesn’t like the idea

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Tom Brady revealed in an interview released on Thursday that he considered coming out of retirement, but the National Football League wasn't particularly receptive to the idea.

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Savannah Guthrie to return to ‘Today’ on April 6 after mother’s disappearance

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After a two-month absence sparked by her 84-year-old mother's apparent abduction, Savannah Guthrie will return to NBC's "Today" show next month, saying in an interview that aired Friday "joy will be my protest."

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Lewis Hamilton makes it clear he’s back in the F1 chase: ‘I’ve not lost what I had’

Lewis Hamilton is F1's most decorated driver. He's won the most races (105), claimed the most poles (104) and has been on the podium 207 times. And the British driver is tied at seven with Michael Schumacher for world championships.

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March Madness meets the iPad era: How coaches’ challenges are changing the game

Florida's Boogie Fland was driving to the basket with 1:10 remaining and a three-point lead over Iowa when Hawkeyes forward Cooper Koch stepped into the lane, swatted at the ball and it sailed out of bounds. Officials ruled it Florida's ball.

1 day ago in Entertainment, Music

Fetty Wap has a lot to say on ‘Zavier.’ It’s his first album since being released from prison

Fetty Wap is beaming so big, it is almost as if his smile enters the room before he does. And these days, the Paterson, New Jersey-born melodic rapper and singer has a lot to be happy about.