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Ashley Brace

Ashley is a student at the College of Central Florida and Editor-In-Chief of The Patriot Press, with experience in journalism, media and student leadership.

A large brick building with white pillars and large, glass windows stand in the middle of a busy town. In front the building is a fountain spouting water upward, benches, a flagpole, lamp posts, and trees.
Food & Drink
4 weeks ago
The Yardery to bring its backyard concept to Wildwood

The Yardery is bringing its “Eat, Drink & Play” concept to downtown Wildwood, but construction is still underway and a confirmed opening date has yet to be announced.

Front entrance of Paddock Mall in Ocala, Florida
Food & Drink
4 weeks ago
La Dolce Vita brings Italian Cafe to Paddock Mall in Ocala

La Dolce Vita Cafe has opened its second Ocala location inside Paddock Mall, bringing Italian gelato, specialty coffee, pastries and focaccia sandwiches to the former Starbucks space.

Corn under a sunset.
352today Fall Guide
1 month ago
352Today Fall Guide: Pumpkin patches, corn mazes and fall festivals to check out this season

From pumpkin patches and hayrides to corn mazes and fall festivals, these seasonal events offer plenty of ways to enjoy autumn across the 352.

A pile of fall leaves.
352today Fall Guide
1 month ago
Fall, Florida style: How autumn looks different across the 352

From wildflowers and changing leaves to cooler evenings and a new growing season, fall in the 352 looks a little different.

Various fall spices on a counter.
352today Fall Guide
1 month ago
Pumpkin spice and everything nice: local places to find fall flavors in the 352

From pumpkin spice lattes and pumpkin rolls to fall-inspired teas and a pumpkin pie crepe, these local spots are bringing the flavors of the season to the 352.

A pumpkin spice latte mug surrounded by fall leaves.
Food & Drink
2 months 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.

A Saucy! by KFC storefront.
Food & Drink
2 months ago
Saucy! by KFC Brings New Flavors to Gainesville with One-Night Saucy! Fest

Saucy! by KFC is bringing a night of new flavors, food and entertainment to Gainesville with Saucy! Fest on Aug. 20.

A Spirit Halloween storefront.
Features
2 months ago
Halloween is Creeping into the 352: Spirit Halloween Locations Begin Opening for the Season

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.

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."
Business
3 months 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.
Food & Drink
3 months 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.