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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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Features
4 months ago
Debunked Ocala: Examining Ocala’s Dark Man Legend

Long shared through local folklore, the Dark Man of the Ocala National Forest remains an enduring legend–despite the absence of any verified proof.

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Food & Drink
4 months ago
352Eats: Sprinkle Up Your Routine with Go For Donuts in Dunnellon

Fresh donuts, easy breakfasts and friendly service make Go For Donuts a sweet stop for Dunnellon mornings.

A light up sign on a beige building reads, "Kilwins. Chocolate. Fudge. Ice Cream." A palm tree stands to the left of it.
Food & Drink
4 months ago
352Eats: Kilwins Brings the Sweets to a New Ocala Location

Kilwins has officially opened its new Market Street at Heath Brook location in Ocala, offering handmade chocolates, fresh fudge and its signature original-recipe ice cream.

A white sign reading, "The Gathering Cafe" is hung on a historic stone building.
Food & Drink
4 months ago
352Eats: The Gathering Cafe Blends Fresh Flavors and Community Vibe in Downtown Ocala

The Gathering Cafe brings fresh-made food, handcrafted drinks and a warm neighborhood vibe to downtown Ocala, offering a cozy spot for breakfast, lunch and lingering moments.

Color postcard-style image of Glen Springs showing the bright blue spring pool, surrounding greenery, and walkways leading toward the water.
Features
4 months ago
Defunct Ocala: How Glen Springs Slipped From Gainesville Icon to Hidden Ruin

Once one of Gainesville’s most popular swimming spots, Glen Springs has spent more than 50 years closed to the public as time, algae and property disputes have slowly obscured its past.

The Braised Onion restaurant sign displayed along a landscaped walkway beneath large, shady trees.
Food & Drink
4 months ago
352Eats: The Braised Onion Puts Homemade Comfort at the Center of Its Menu

The Braised Onion in Ocala blends homemade comfort food with a colorful, casual-elegant atmosphere, offering from-scratch dishes that appeal to a wide range of diners.

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Holiday Guide
4 months ago
Santa, Sunshine & Small-Town Magic at the Dunnellon Christmas Parade

Dunnellon welcomed the season in true Florida style as glowing floats, marching bands and local organizations filled Pennsylvania Avenue for the annual Christmas parade.

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Holiday Guide
4 months ago
Holiday Magic Returns to World Equestrian Center’s Winter Wonderland

The World Equestrian Center’s Winter Wonderland brings holiday lights and activities back to WEC for the season–though some guests felt the event fell short for the price.

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Holiday Guide
5 months ago
Holiday Style in the 352: Where to Find Festive Formal Attire This Season

These local shops and boutiques are your one-stop-shop for holiday attire around the 352.

Outdoor seating at Le Macaron French Pastries in Gainesville, with pink umbrellas and a 352 Eats sign near the entrance.
Food & Drink
5 months ago
352Eats: Le Macaron Brightens Gainesville Treat Scene with French-Style Sweets

Le Macaron French Pastries at Celebration Pointe brings a taste of Paris to Gainesville with colorful macarons, classic French treats and a bright, inviting café atmosphere.

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