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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.

FILE: Then-Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody speaks during a roundtable discussion with President Donald Trump and law enforcement officials, Monday, June 8, 2020, at the White House in Washington.
Election Guide
1 week ago
Ashley Moody bests Angie Nixon in close U.S. Senate special race

Challenger Angie Nixon surprised most with the success of first her win in the primary, and now her fierce showing in the general, but it wasn’t quite enough to unseat Moody.

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Election Guide
1 week ago
AP calls U.S. House District 6 race for Randy Fine

The first major race in the 352 to be called went pretty much the way everybody expected.

The Thoroughbred Racing Initiative was founded by horsemen to address issues and protect the thoroughbred industry and its interests. A horse gallops during a morning workout at Gulfstream Park in Hallandale Beach in 2024.
Equine
1 week ago
Thoroughbred racetrack developer announces it has found a location in Marion County

Things are speeding up on the development of a new Thoroughbred racing facility in Marion County.

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Crime & Safety
1 week ago
(UPDATE: Located) Ocala PD issues Purple Alert for missing, endangered man

Sylvester Cotto is 82, and was last seen Tuesday morning driving a gray Dodge Ram pickup.

A white teacup, tea plate and tea pot withe flower designs on them sit on a table with white tablecloth. In the teacup is a spoon and matcha tea.
Community
1 week ago
Interfaith Emergency Services to host Ladies High Tea fundraiser season kickoff

The Launch Party for the nonprofit’s largest fundraiser of the year takes place on Monday, Nov. 9.

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Health & Wellness
1 week ago
CF partners with children’s health orgs for ‘Books, Balls and Blocks’ learning event

The event will emphasize the importance of early learning and development and introduce Ocala parents to a wealth of resources.

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Holiday Guide
1 week ago
Florida Highway Patrol’s annual ‘Stuff the Charger’ food drive is underway

The FHP is collecting donations of nonperishable food items at stations across Florida throughout November.

A back angle of a car with a green, yellow and white wrap with a monochrome American Flag on the back window sits next to a sidewalk. On the car reads, "Marion County Sheriff. Integrity. Honesty. Trust."
Roads & Traffic
1 week ago
West HWY 40 shut down due to crash

The incident involved two vehicles and occurred just before 7:30 this morning.

A crowd of people walk through a lit archway that reads, "Light Up Ocala" at the top. Lamp posts and decorated trees light up the dark area as people walk around.
Holiday Guide
2 weeks ago
Holiday Guide 2026: Here’s your list of seasonal events in North Central Florida

Give yourself the gift of going out and experiencing all your community has to offer this time of year.

Special Needs Family Resource Fair Belleview Florida
Health & Wellness
2 weeks ago
Belleview to host Special Needs Family Resource Fair Dec. 3

It will be an exciting showcase of available resources and dialog on multiple topics related to fostering fun, satisfying and productive relationships.