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A building sits in the background while in the foreground, a metal fence blocks off the store with a banner hanging off of it, reading "Store Closed."

3 days ago

These Businesses Closed Across North Central Florida in July 2026

Five businesses across the 352 closed their doors in July, including independent retailers and local eateries.

A brick store facade with a Mellow Mushroom neon sign.

5 days ago

Mellow Mushroom Launches ‘Kids Eat Free’ Tuesdays Through October in Ocala and Beyond

Mellow Mushroom is making Tuesdays more affordable for families with a new Kids Eat Free promotion running through Oct. 27.

Flyers Cafe is a Philadelphia Flyers-themed Italian-American restaurant in Citra. Courtesy: Lewis Stokes/93.7 K-Country

6 days ago

Flyers Cafe Reopens in New Citra Location

Flyers Cafe has reopened after relocating to a new space in Citra. The popular local restaurant resumed business July 21 at Sam's Plaza, just down the road from its longtime location.

A gray building facade with a sign that reads, "The Flame Indian Kitchen."

1 week ago

352Eats: The Flame Indian Kitchen Brings Bold Flavors and Global Inspiration to Ocala

From classic butter chicken and freshly baked naan to Indo-Korean fusion dishes, The Flame Indian Kitchen brings a diverse menu of traditional and contemporary flavors to Ocala.

Sign advertising a 'Mutts & Motors' car show: Sat 7-25, 9 to 11 AM, outdoor roadside banner against a blue sky.

2 weeks ago

Ocala’s New Remedy Dog Bar Hosts Mutts and Motors | PHOTOS

The Remedy Dog Bar in Ocala hosted Mutts and Motors on July 25th.

A dimly lit, cozy dorm room with decorations.

2 weeks ago

Dorm Sweet Dorm: Affordable Places to Shop for College Move-in Essentials in the 352

From thrift stores to discount furniture retailers, these local businesses across the 352 can help students furnish their dorms and apartments without stretching their budgets.

Meet Nancy, a 10-year-old gray and white dog waiting for her forever home at Maion County Animal Services.

3 weeks ago

352 EVENTS WEEKEND TOP PICKS JULY 24-26: Live Show, Pups and Vintage Market

Mutts & Motors, a variety show, an open mic for a good cause and a Build Your Own Succulent Bar topline this weekend's North Central Florida happenings.

A close-up of three ice cream cones, mine chocolate chip on the left, vanilla in the middle, and strawberry on the right.

3 weeks ago

Haagen-Dazs to Celebrate First Ocala Location with Grand Opening, Free Ice Cream

Haagen-Dazs is officially bringing its premium ice cream to downtown Ocala with the grand opening of its first local shop on July 30.

3 weeks ago

Multi-Restaurant and Entertainment Concept The Forge Begins Soft Opening in Midtown Ocala

The Forge has officially entered its soft opening phase, with six restaurant concepts now open and additional businesses planned in the coming weeks and months.

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3 days ago in Sports

Detroit makes Jahmyr Gibbs NFL’s newest highest-paid running back with 3-year deal

The Detroit Lions have agreed to a contract extension with Jahmyr Gibbs, a three-year deal worth up to $75.7 million that his agents say makes him the NFL's newest highest-paid running back.

3 days ago in Sports

Undrafted rookie quarterback Haynes King leads Panthers to 33-30 comeback win over Cardinals

Maybe a team should've drafted Haynes King. The rookie quarterback ran in from the 5 on the final play to give the Carolina Panthers a 33-30 victory over the Arizona Cardinals in the Hall of Fame game that kicked off the NFL preseason on Thursday night.

4 days ago in Sports

New era for USA Basketball with Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, Paige Bueckers set for World Cup debuts

Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and Paige Bueckers will make their World Cup debuts as members of the U.S. women's national team next month. The trio will try to help the U.S. win its fifth consecutive FIBA World Cup title.

4 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Q&A: Ms. Lauryn Hill on the Diaspora Calling! festival in the UK, the Fugees’ legacy and D’Angelo

On Friday, Hill will bring her Diaspora Calling! festival to the U.K. for the first time, marking 10 years since its inaugural edition in Brooklyn. The event, hosted by Dave Chappelle and featuring performances by Erykah Badu, YG Marley, Zion Marley, Giggs, Fireboy DML and other artists, will be held at The National Bowl in nearby Milton Keynes.

4 days ago in National

Senate committee votes to hold Fauci in contempt for refusing to answer COVID questions

A Senate committee on Thursday voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress and refer him to the Justice Department for potential prosecution over his refusal to answer questions at a hearing last week focused on his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.

5 days ago in National

Takeaways from Tuesday’s elections: El-Sayed pulls off narrow victory over Democratic establishment

Abdul El-Sayed's victory in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary is the latest and perhaps most significant evidence that the party's voters are looking to turn the page on establishment-backed politicians — even in must-win battlegrounds.

5 days ago in Sports

Carlos Alcaraz withdraws from the Cincinnati Open because of a lingering wrist injury

Carlos Alcaraz withdrew Tuesday from the Cincinnati Open because of a lingering right wrist injury that has sidelined him since April.