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2 hours ago

352 WEEKEND EVENT TOP PICKS JUNE 26-28: End the Month on a High Note with Musical Celebrations

This weekend is full of musical celebrations and performances for a lively end to the month.

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3 hours ago

Ellianos Coffee Opens New Drive-Thru Location in Williston

Ellianos Coffee has officially opened its newest drive-thru location in Williston, bringing handcrafted beverages and breakfast favorites to Levy County.

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8 hours ago

Celebrate Local with Summer Eats & Artisan Expo at Ocala’s The Arc of Marion

S&G Events is hosting Summer Eats & Artisan Expo for family-friendly fun and celebration in Ocala this Saturday.

An American Alligator.

3 days ago

Rainbow River Reopens Following Alligator Bite Incident

Rainbow River reopened Sunday after wildlife officials located an alligator believed to have been involved in a bite incident.

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5 days ago

Take Dad Angling for Father’s Day Fishing Fun at Tuscawilla Park in Ocala

H3 Reel Therapy hosts a Father's Day Fishing Rodeo at Ocala's Tuscawilla Park, and the whole family is welcome.

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1 week ago

Ocala Main Street Introduces New Executive Director

Ocala Main Street introduces Sara Lambert as their new executive director.

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1 week ago

Celebrate America 250 Through Art, Music and Culture in North Central Florida

From orchestral performances to museum exhibitions, these arts and cultural events are helping residents of North Central Florida celebrate America's 250.

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1 week ago

Lady Lake Mayor Receives Florida League of Cities Home Rule Hero Award

Lady Lake Mayor Ed Freeman has been recognized with the 2026 Home Rule Hero Award.

Marion County commissioners and Solid Waste staff gather in the commission chambers for a group photo, holding a framed proclamation honoring Waste and Recycling Workers Week.

1 week ago

Marion County Recognizes Waste and Recycling Workers Week

Marion County officials are encouraging residents to recognize the essential workers who help keep the community clean, safe and environmentally sustainable during Waste and Recycling Workers Week, observed June 15-20.

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1 week ago

Stella’s Modern Pantry Announces New Location After Downtown Closure

After announcing the closure of its downtown Ocala location earlier this year, Stella's Modern Pantry has revealed plans to relocate and reopen in a new space later this year.

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2 weeks ago

Rider Sues Ocala Training Center After Horse Steps in Hole, Causing Crushing Injuries

A Marion County rider has filed a negligence lawsuit against an Ocala horse training facility, alleging he suffered serious back injuries when his horse stepped into a large hole on a training track and fell on top of him.

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2 weeks ago

Williston Watermelon Festival Returns with Free Family Fun, Live Music and Local Flavor

The annual Williston Watermelon Festival is set to bring hundreds of vendors, live entertainment, family activities and plenty of free watermelon to downtown Williston this weekend.

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2 weeks ago

Elvis: The Summer Festival Rocks the Stage in Ocala

Elvis: The Summer Festival brings full weekend of tributes, classics and high-energy experiences to Marion County.

The World Equestrian Center Expo Center facade with purple feather flags advertising the Ocala Food and Wine Festival. Attendees await entry.

2 weeks ago

352 TOP WEEKEND EVENT PICKS JUNE 12-14: Food, Markets and Gatherings

Enjoy a variety of activities this weekend with food, markets and Bigfoot hunters.

A restaurant front has a beige exterior with red panels above the entrance. Two cars are parallel parked in front of the restaurant. "La Cuisine" is written above.

2 weeks ago

La Cuisine to Close After 17 Years in Downtown Ocala

After 17 years in downtown Ocala, La Cuisine will close its doors on June 26 as owners Elodie and Patrice announced the sale of the restaurant.

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2 weeks ago

Marion County Celebrates Ahead of America 250 with Formal Gala in Ocala

Celebrate the United States' semiquincentenniel milestone in Ocala with a gala and Liberty Night.

A large horse statue with painted depictions of medical students stands in front of a large conference center. Over the entrance of the center reads, "The Webber Center."

2 weeks ago

Father’s Day in the 352: Markets, Parties and Live Entertainment in Marion County and Beyond

Father's Day events are taking over North Central Florida leading up to the big day.

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2 weeks ago

POpShelf Location in Ocala Reportedly Preparing to Close

The PopShelf store located in Ocala's Six Gun Plaza is reportedly preparing to close, ending the retailer's presence in Marion County.

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2 weeks ago

RavenFest Returns to Ocala with Three Days of Music, Fundraising and Mental Health Awareness

The three-day RavenFest music festival returns to Ocala June 26-28, raising money for suicide prevention and mental health organizations while showcasing more than 20 bands across three venues.

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3 weeks ago

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.

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7 hours ago in National

Key inflation gauge jumps to 3-year high in latest sign of affordability challenges

The Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge rose to a new three-year high in May as gas prices peaked, a sign rising costs could pose political problems for President Donald Trump and his political party as midterm elections near.

7 hours ago in Entertainment

Charlie Brown’s longtime pen pal is finally revealed in new Apple TV ‘Peanuts’ movie

Charlie Brown began writing to a pen pal not long after the comic strip "Peanuts" debuted in newspapers back in 1950. No one has gotten a look at whoever was on the other end of his letters — until now.

7 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

Usher says tour with Chris Brown is about more than 2 stars. He makes the case for R&B in stadiums

As Usher prepares to launch a stadium tour with Chris Brown, he says the criticism and legal troubles surrounding the singer never factored into his decision to embark on the tour.

8 hours ago in Sports

South Africa reaches World Cup knockout round for 1st time with 1-0 win over South Korea

South Africa advanced to the knockout phase of the World Cup for the first time with a 1-0 victory over South Korea on Wednesday night.

8 hours ago in Sports

Detroit Lions player Terrion Arnold arrested in connection to Florida kidnapping and robbery

Detroit Lions player Terrion Arnold has been arrested in connection to a kidnapping and robbery in Florida and faces felony charges, officials said Wednesday.

1 day ago in Lifestyle, Trending

When a rip current sucks you out to sea, try not to panic

To someone who is getting sucked out to sea by a rip current, "Don't panic!" may be difficult to heed, even if that's exactly what you should do. But lifeguards say to not only relax but flip over and float out of the danger.

1 day ago in Sports

As eyes are on the men at the World Cup, the Women’s World Cup countdown has begun

While most of the soccer world is focused on the men at the World Cup, the countdown has begun for the 2027 Women's World Cup in Brazil.