Natalia Rodriguez-Juarez

Natalia is a guest reporter for 352today and the Digital Coordinator at North Central Florida Media. A proud University of South Florida graduate, she thrives in the fast-paced world of creative campaigns and community storytelling. Fueled by coffee and curiosity, she’s always up for a challenge and a new idea.

Meet Texan a 12-year-old, 9-pound Chihuahua mix. He, has black fur on most of his body, and brown fur in his tummy and eye areas. He, has pointy ears and light brown eyes.
Project Pawsitivity
2 weeks ago
Project Pawsitivity: Go Small to Love Big

Lovebug chihuahua mix Texan has a heart as big as the Lone Star State, and is available for adoption at the Humane Society of Marion County.

Meet Georgia: a light brown, 6-year-old dog with light brown eyes. Georgia is wearing a blue harness and pink leash that says, "Adopt Me". On the harness there is a white and red, candy-cane-like Christmas bow.
Project Pawsitivity
2 weeks ago
Project Pawsitivity: 70 Pounds of Joy, Love and, Play

Geogia has been at Marion County Animal Services longer than any other adoptable dog. Won’t you give her a forever home?

Miles Teller (right) and Ryan Downs (left) sit on black chairs in front of a sign that says "Miles Teller Theatre" for a Q&A session at a special assembly on Dec 5, 2025
Features
3 weeks ago
The Miles Teller Theatre: Lecanto High School Celebrates a Panther Returning Home

Renowned actor and proud Lecanto High School alumnus, Miles Teller, returns home to celebrate the dedication of the Miles Teller Theatre.

Meet Larry, a teacup German Shepard pup available for adoption at the Humane Society of Marion County.
Project Pawsitivity
3 weeks ago
Project Pawsitivity: A Teacup Full of Sunshine

Larry the Teacup Shepherd came to the Humane Society of Marion County as a stray, and this little bundle of love is just looking for his forever home.

Meet Hooch a 2-year-old German Shepard mix available for adoption at the Humane Society of Marion County.
Project Pawsitivity
1 month ago
Project Pawsitivity: A Joyful Pup Waiting for the Turner to His Hooch

Two-year-old shepherd mix Hooch is waiting at Humane Society of Marion County for a new owner with an active lifestyle.

Meet Talenti, a sweet 3-year-old red, brindle pup waiting for adoption at Marion County Animal Services.
Project Pawsitivity
2 months ago
Project Pawsitivity: A Pup Who Lives Up to the Sweetness of His Name

Three-year-old Talenti is just waiting to meet his new family at Marion County Animal Services.

A black easel at Brown Dog Coffee House that has "Barista's Recommendation: Cookie Butter Caramel Hot or Iced Latte 10/10," "Ask about our Affogato & waffleato," "We will be open 9am-9pm for Light up Ocala," and "Murphy recommends The Brown Dog" written on it. Behind the easel there is a pastry case and the register.
Holiday Guide
2 months ago
Stop and Sip this Holiday Season at Local Ocala Coffee Shops Offering Seasonal Flavors

Taste the magic of the holidays with these drinks from local coffee shops in downtown Ocala.

Community
2 months ago
Ocala’s Revo Church to Host ‘For the City’ Community Event on Saturday

Revo Church’s “For the City” event on Saturday, Nov. 15 will provide a meal and shoes for present children as well as community fun.

Tiana - a three-year-old, dark brown brindle, mixed pup available for adoption at the Humane Society of Marion County.
Project Pawsitivity
2 months ago
Project Pawsitivity: Pretty Prancing Princess Tiana

Sweet, gentle three-year-old Tiana is available for adoption through the Humane Society of Marion County.

Meet 10-week-old Onyx. A grey kitten available for adoption at Marion County Animal Services.
Project Pawsitivity
2 months ago
Project Pawsitivity: Two Hearts, Seven Paws, and a Whole Lot of Purr-fection

Double your pleasure, double your fun with these two adoptable kittens at Marion County Animal Services.

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