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Election Guide
22 hours ago
The 2026 Primary Election in Marion County: The Unofficial Results

It’s all over but the certification, and the runoffs, and the general election–so, not really over at all, then.

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Election Guide
1 day ago
(UNOFFICIAL RESULTS) Here Are the Returns in the 2026 Primary Elections in North Central Florida

Here’s a running tally of returns in various 2026 primary elections around the 352.

Entertainment
2 days ago
8th North Central Florida Outdoor Expo Returns to WEC Ocala (PHOTOS)

North Central Florida Media hosted its 8th Annual Outdoor Expo at World Equestrian Center on Aug. 15, 2026.

Community
2 days ago
Marion County Just Hit Pause on a Kratom Ban — Here’s Why

Commissioners agreed to wait on federal action targeting synthetic products after public speakers and staff warned that a blanket local ordinance could unfairly punish traditional leaf users and responsible businesses.

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Crime & Safety
2 days ago
Small Plane Crashes Near Micanopy, No Major Injuries Reported

Both occupants of the single-engine plane are reportedly safe.

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State
2 days ago
New Report Says Florida Has the Sixth-Fastest Internet in the Nation

While Florida wasn’t among the states that gained the most speed over the past year, the state still has some of the fastest median broadband transmission rates in America.

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Crime & Safety
2 days ago
39-Year-Old Marion County Man Arrested for Traveling to Sexually Batter a Minor

Jamner allegedly met the 15-year-old victim at an Ocala Goodwill.

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Food & Drink
2 days ago
Pumpkin Spice Season Arrives (Early?) in the 352

Pumpkin spice season is arriving early in the North Central Florida region, with Dunkin’ bringing back its fall menu Aug. 19 and Starbucks following Aug. 25 with the return of the Pumpkin Spice Latte and several new seasonal drinks.

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