Joseph Jackimczuk

Joseph Jackimczuk is a multi-media reporter for 352today. He joins the team following his graduation from the University of Florida, where he received a B.S. in Telecommunications. In his free time, Joseph enjoys alternative rock, Italian food and sitcoms.

Bentley Vradenburg, 15, faces charges of Grand Theft of a Motor Vehicle.
Crime & Safety
9 months ago
UPDATE: Car theft solved after father leads deputies to son’s arrest

Marion County Sheriff’s Office says the father of 15-year-old Bentley Vradenburg recognized him through images posted online.

Brayan Alvarez-Torres, 17, is charged with multiple counts of Possession of Child Pornography.
Crime & Safety
9 months ago
17-year-old arrested after sharing child pornography in exchange for video game rank

Detectives say 17-year-old Brayan Alvarez-Torres was exchanging child pornography for a higher “rank” in a video game.

Prominent figures in Marion County came together at Marion County Fire Rescue's newest station, EMS Central, to honor the installation of the Safe Haven Baby Box.
Local
9 months ago
Marion County Fire Rescue dedicates, blesses department’s first Safe Haven Baby Box

Marion County Fire Rescue, alongside others, dedicated and blessed the department’s first Safe Haven Baby Box on Monday at MCFR’s newest station, EMS Central.

Belleview Mayor Christine Dobkowski (left) accepts the award alongside Belleview CFO Marge Strausbaugh (right) and Deputy Finance Director Donna Morse (middle).
Local
9 months ago
Belleview receives prestigious GFOA Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for 2024-2025 budget

City recognized for excellence in financial management, transparency, and long-term planning, setting a standard for responsible budgeting and accountability.

Community
9 months ago
Belleview’s annual youth fishing derby and community cookout at Lake Lillian on April 5

Join families, friends, and local authorities for a fun-filled fishing competition, exciting prizes, and a delicious cookout that celebrates the heart of the Belleview community.

Ocala Fire Rescue was dispatched to extinguish the house fire on Friday morning.
Local
9 months ago
Vacant house fire in Ocala quickly extinguished by Ocala Fire Rescue

Early-morning blaze near NW Blitchton Rd. drew 911 calls at 1:50 a.m.; investigation into the cause remains ongoing.

Jerrell Lamont Smith, 40, was found guilty on all charges related to his 2023 arrest.
Crime & Safety
9 months ago
Marion County man found guilty on five child sexual assault charges

A 40-year-old resident was convicted in a lewd or lascivious molestation case, bringing justice for underage victim.

Footage from a Ring Camera captured two men stealing from a local business.
Crime & Safety
9 months ago
UPDATE: Belleview police arrest one in connection with burglary

Footage from a Ring doorbell captured two men stealing from a local business; BPD is withholding the name of the business as investigation continues.

Local
9 months ago
School bus rear-ends sedan in Ocala: 12-year-old passenger sustains minor injuries

Marion County crash involving a school bus with 26 students leaves one minor injury; Florida Highway Patrol investigates.

Ocala Police are searching for three women involved in a $1,000 theft and battery at Dick’s Sporting Goods on SW College Rd. The suspects fled in a white Hyundai Sonata and remain at large. A cash reward is offered for information leading to their arrest.
Crime & Safety
9 months ago
Ocala Police seek three women in $1,000 theft and battery at Dick’s Sporting Goods

Suspects fled in a white Hyundai Sonata after stealing merchandise and battering a 71-year-old employee; cash reward offered for tips leading to their arrest.

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