Scott Harrell

Scott is an award-winning reporter and editor who's covered local news in Florida for two decades. He's written for Creative Loafing Tampa Bay, Spectrum Bay News 9, the Bradenton Herald, RADAR, the Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel, and REAX Music Magazine, among others. He lives in Summerfield, and can be reached at sharrell@352today.com.

Marion County Sheriff's Office is investigating a fatal stabbing that took place September 9, 2025
Crime & Safety
2 weeks ago
(UPDATE: RESOLVED) Alachua County Sheriff’s Deputies Shut Down I-75 in Pursuit of Suspect

Alachua County law enforcement is reportedly in pursuit of a suspect fleeing a crime scene in another county.

An entrance to a restaurant features wallpaper with vibrant, green plants on them. A green, semi-circle hostess stand with a small device behind it stands in the center of the wall. A chandelier with white, faux flowers on it hangs above the hostess stand.
Business
2 weeks ago
Here Are the Businesses that Opened in the 352 in January 2026

A number of new businesses, from restaurants to online clothing sellers, emerged in the 352 in January.

a major depression opened up along empire church road in lake county florida
Crime & Safety
2 weeks ago
TRAFFIC ALERT: Empire Church Road in Groveland Closed due to Significant Depression

An assessment is underway to determine if a large depression that opened up along Empire Church Road in Lake County is a sinkhole.

three hot dogs in a professional culinary photo
Food & Drink
2 weeks ago
Coney Island Drive-Inn in Wildwood Closed Permanently at the End of January

The Wildwood location of famous Florida footlong purveyor Coney Island Drive-Inn has sold its building to the Wildwood Soup Kitchen.

Weather Updates
2 weeks ago
352 WORKWEEK WEATHER FORECAST FEB. 2-6: Mid-Week Rain Might Interrupt Subtle Warming

Things will start to warm up according to the National Weather Services’ 7-day forecast for the North Central Florida area, but mid-week rain might set temps back.

fire
Crime & Safety
2 weeks ago
(UPDATE: Fire Contained, No Injuries) Massive Fire in Dunnellon: What We Know

At press time, Marion County Fire Rescue was still working to extinguish the railroad tie fire in Dunnellon, and no cause has been determined.

headshot of Interfaith Emergency Services CEO Karla Greenway
Features
2 weeks ago
Who’s Who in the 352: Karla Greenway, Interfaith Emergency Services

Meet Karla Greenway, CEO of Ocala’s Interfaith Emergency Services.

sunrise over a field of frosty grass in marion county florida
Weather Updates
2 weeks ago
352 COLD WEATHER ALERT: What You Need to Know (UPDATED JAN. 31, 2026)

Marion County and surrounding areas are in for a weekend of possible record lows.

Weather Updates
2 weeks ago
352 WEEKEND WEATHER JAN. 30-FEB. 1: In the Cold, Cold Night

After a slight respite Friday night, weekend temps overnight in the 352 will return to some of the coldest of the season.

Tim Tebow greets fans at an Ocala Walmart opening
Local
2 weeks ago
Check Out Our Photos and Video of Tim Tebow at Wednesday’s Walmart Opening in Ocala

The football icon and philanthropist appeared at the opening of a new Ocala Walmart Neighborhood Market in Ocala on Jan. 28.