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A vacant, cleared lot with a water tower for the town of Williston. It is a fenced area with a banner stating the upcoming Ellianos location.
Food & Drink
2 months ago
Ellianos Coffee to Expand Ocala Presence with Two New Drive-Thru Locations

The Southeast-based coffee brand plans additional drive-thru locations near downtown Ocala and the College of Central Florida.

A yellow backhoe, a white pickup truck with orange and white traffic control barricades in front of it to the right. Behind the vehicle to the left, a pile of dirt, behind the vehicle in the background, a trackhoe, trees in the background to the extreme left and right, a traffic control sign with writing to the right. in the foreground paved road.
Community
2 months ago
Marion County Office of the County Engineer Prioritizes Infrastructure with Patience and Progress

Working toward objectives with a patient and steady approach, the Marion County Office of the County Engineer keeps traffic flowing.

A black-and-white photograph of a rattlesnake canning factory with workers posed outside.
Features
2 months ago
Defunct Ocala: Florida’s Rattlesnake Canning Craze and Its Curious Legacy

From the early 1930s through the mid-20th century, the operation of rattlesnake harvesting and canning dominated Florida until wildlife protection initiatives took hold.

Weather Updates
2 months 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 months 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 months ago
Who’s Who in the 352: Karla Greenway, Interfaith Emergency Services

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

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Weather Updates
2 months ago
City of Williston Offers Tips to Save on Natural Gas During Freezing Temperatures

Natural gas prices may rise as the temperatures drop in the 352, but consumers can still stay warm and save money.

sunrise over a field of frosty grass in marion county florida
Weather Updates
2 months 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.

burn ban graphic
Crime & Safety
2 months ago
Alachua County Under Mandatory Burn Ban

Alachua County has instituted a mandatory burn ban to remain into effect until Feb. 6.

Meet Gaucho, a 4-month-old black and white pup who waits for his forever home at the Humane Society of Marion County.
Project Pawsitivity
2 months ago
Project Pawsitivity: A Lifetime of Love and Play Awaits

Four-month-old Gaucho is super well-behaved for a young ‘un, and he’s at the Humane Society of Marion County just looking for a lifetime of love.

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