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.
Saucy! by KFC is bringing a night of new flavors, food and entertainment to Gainesville with Saucy! Fest on Aug. 20.
Halloween may still be a few months away, but Spirit Halloween is already taking over storefronts across the 352. Here’s where the seasonal stores are opening and what shoppers can expect to find this year.
Five businesses across the 352 closed their doors in July, including independent retailers and local eateries.
Mellow Mushroom is making Tuesdays more affordable for families with a new Kids Eat Free promotion running through Oct. 27.
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.
Florida’s 2026 Primary Election is Tuesday, Aug. 18, with early voting beginning Aug. 8 in Marion County. Here’s where to vote, what to bring and other important information before heading to the polls.
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.
From cozy coffeehouses and elegant tea rooms to quiet public libraries, these off-campus study spots across North Central Florida offer students comfortable places to focus, recharge and tackle everything from homework to group projects.
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.