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.

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Food & Drink
3 weeks ago
‘Dirty Soda’ Franchise Swig to Open at Previous OLA Coffee Location in Ocala

A unique beverage concept is coming to Ocala and Leesburg.

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Business
3 weeks ago
Camp Margaritaville Resort Orange Lake in Citra Seeks Taller Slide, Public Access at Launch

The developers of Camp Margaritaville Resort Orange Lake in Citra want to build taller slides for its water park and open its amenities up to paid public access.

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Community
3 weeks ago
United Way Marion County’s Pairing Party Sets the Stage for Upcoming Children’s Charity Classic

Last Thursday, civic leaders, advocates and philanthropists helped set the stage for United Way Marion County’s annual Children’s Charity Classic.

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Crime & Safety
3 weeks ago
Marion County Authorities Search for Suspect After Shooting that Left Three Hospitalized

The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that occurred north of Ocala on Sunday, Jan. 25.

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Crime & Safety
3 weeks ago
Protester Hit by SUV at Demonstration in Downtown Ocala on Sunday

A protester was struck by a vehicle in downtown Ocala on Jan. 25. The investigation by the Ocala Police Department is ongoing.

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Weather Updates
3 weeks ago
352 WORKWEEK WEATHER FORECAST JAN. 26-30: Our Longest Cold Snap Yet

Expect freezing temperatures overnight across the North Central Florida region.

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Features
3 weeks ago
Who’s Who in the 352: Melody Murphy, Ocala Civic Theatre

Melody Murphy connects the 352 with the art, entertainment and educational opportunities available at Ocala Civic Theatre.

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Business
3 weeks ago
University of Florida Football Legend Tim Tebow to Appear at Ocala Walmart Grand Opening

Florida college football legend Tim Tebow will be in Ocala next Wednesday for the grand opening of a new Walmart Neighborhood Market.

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Entertainment
3 weeks ago
Hoggetowne Medieval Faire Returns to Gainesville for One Weekend Only Jan. 24 & 25

Alachua County Ren Faire fans only get one weekend of downtown Gainesville’s Hoggetown Medieval Faire this year, on Jan. 24 & 25.

Weather Updates
3 weeks ago
352 WEEKEND WEATHER JAN. 23-25: Warm Days with a Chance of Rain on Sunday

According to the National Weather Service, the Marion County region will see a nice weekend and not experience any fallout from the storm buffeting the rest of the country until Monday night’s cold front.