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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.

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Crime & Safety
1 month ago
Gainesville Man Accused of Strangling Fiancée During Dispute at Ocala Truck Stop

A Gainesville man was arrested Sunday after deputies say he strangled and battered his fiancée during an argument at a Love’s Travel Stop in Ocala.

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Crime & Safety
1 month ago
Dunnellon Man Accused of Threatening Father with Knife During Domestic Dispute

A Dunnellon-area man was arrested Sunday after deputies say he threatened to kill his father during a domestic dispute.

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Business
1 month 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.

A two-vehicle crash is causing a temporary blockage on all eastbound lanes of NW 10th Street.
Crime & Safety
1 month ago
Driver Killed After Vehicle Crashes into Tree in Alachua County

A 34-year-old Alachua woman was killed Monday morning when her vehicle left the roadway and struck a tree at the intersection of CR 235 and NW 157th Street.

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Entertainment
1 month 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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Business
2 months 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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Crime & Safety
2 months ago
17-Year-Old Accused in Southwest Ocala Vehicle Burglary Spree, Car Theft

A 17-year-old is facing multiple felony charges after Marion County Sheriff’s Office detectives linked him to a series of vehicle burglaries and the theft of a 2025 Nissan Sentra in southwest Ocala.

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Education
2 months ago
Marion County School Board Announces New Principals, Leadership for 2026-27 Year

Marion County Public Schools has announced new principals for several schools, along with multiple district-level leadership changes for the 2026-27 school year.

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Food & Drink
2 months ago
Ellianos Coffee Sets June 24 Opening Date for New Williston Location

The Florida-founded drive-thru coffee chain is rapidly expanding its footprint in the 352.

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Crime & Safety
2 months ago
Woman Accused of Trying to Sell RV She Didn’t Own at Marion County Storage Facility

Marion County investigators say an Orlando woman unlawfully entered an RV at a storage facility, removed ownership documents and attempted to sell the vehicle to another person before being arrested on multiple felony charges.

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