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Jamie Berube

Jamie Berube is a reporter covering local government, community issues, arts & culture, and human interest stories across Marion County. A recent Summa Cum Laude graduate of the University of Florida (B.S. in Public Relations), she is a passionate storyteller, freelance journalist, and social media consultant dedicated to delivering insightful, trustworthy local journalism and storytelling.

Front view of the Marion County Board of County Commissioners building in Ocala, Florida
Community
1 month ago
Marion County Commission Approves Additional Funding to Expand Sexual Assault Center Services into Domestic Violence Support

Amendment adds $75,950 in CDBG funding to expand services to domestic violence victims.

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Health & Wellness
1 month ago
Lotus Marion Now Provides Certified Domestic Violence Services in Marion County

Former Marion County Sexual Assault Center becomes dual-certified provider, expanding trauma-informed support and prevention efforts for Marion County survivors.

The exterior of a pub with grey, concrete walls sits at the corner of a street. The front of the building has a black awning above a door on the left and two windows to the right. Chair line the wall under the windows on the right. A sign toward the top of the building reads, "The Black Sheep" and a smaller sign to the right of the door reads "128." In front of the building is a planter with green plants filling the entirety of the planter with a tree toward the right and a light pole reaching up through the tree.
Food & Drink
1 month ago
Black Sheep on Broadway: Woman-Owned Ocala Gastropub Thrives Amid Economic Challenges with Inclusive Events and Smart Specials

The Downtown Ocala restaurant started with a barroom focus in 2019 but now boasts a full menu and multiple weekly events.

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Food & Drink
1 month ago
The Lodge Ocala Forced to Close After City Declares Building Unsafe

The downtown Ocala favorite has reportedly been deemed unsafe for occupancy.

Gabriel Sunshine Chapman Garden Works Ocala Florida
Business
1 month ago
Power Couple Acquires Ocala’s Garden Works: From Ski Lift Chat to Revitalizing a Legacy Brand

How a chance ski lift conversation inspired Sunshine and Gabriel Chapman to acquire Ocala’s Garden Works, breathing new life into the 34-year American-made gardening brand.

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Community
1 month ago
10 Years of The Rock: From One Pair of Shoes to 30 Schools Across 3 Counties

The youth outreach program is celebrating 10 years of quietly meeting hidden needs in North Central Florida schools with shoes, supplies, dignity and hope for students facing hardship.

Business
2 months ago
DeSantis Creates Uplands Stewardship District for Massive Planned Development in Western Marion County

The new district allows owner control of a large new community just to the west of On Top of The World.

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Elections
2 months ago
Progress Marion Official Says Group Was Formed to Evaluate Candidates, Despite Conflicting Legal Language on Political Activity

Tillman intimated at the Marion County Candidate forum that Progress Marion would evaluate candidates, though its Articles of Incorporation prohibit such activity.

Exterior mural with a blue alligator holding a beer mug inside a red circular frame and the words 'GATOR JOE'S' arched at the top of the sign.
Food & Drink
2 months ago
Gator Joe’s Beach Bar & Grill on Lake Weir Gets a Colorful Makeover by Local Artist

Local artist Deborah Grant gave the beloved 1926 Lake Weir landmark a patriotic refresh with a bold blue gator and red-white-and-blue murals ahead of its centennial celebration

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