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Crime & Safety
3 months ago
Ocala Police Department Investigates Homicide

The Ocala Police Department is investigating a homicide, after receiving a report of gunshots and finding a deceased individual at the scene of the incident.

Crime & Safety
3 months ago
Anonymous Donor Offers $35K for Help Finding Marion County Woman Missing Since 2023

Family members and Marion County authorities are still looking for a break in the case of Sara Ebersole, who went missing on March 3, 2023.

Sports
3 months ago
Citrus County Parks & Recreation to Host Annual Outdoors Expo Jan. 10

Citrus County’s Parks and Recreation Department will host its 3rd Annual Outdoors Expo at the Citrus Springs Community Center on Jan. 10, 2026.

Holiday Guide
3 months ago
Check Santa’s Progress Toward the 352 with the NORAD Santa Tracker

If you’re looking to share Santa Claus’ path from the North Pole to your rooftop in the 352, here is the official NORAD Santa Tracker.

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Community
3 months ago
Ocala Cat Rescue Sheltering Hands Unites Felines with Their Forever Families

Nonprofit Sheltering Hands has facilitated thousands of cat adoptions, as well as a broad spectrum of feline welfare programs, in Marion County.

Entertainment
3 months ago
Multiple Ocala Civic Theatre Productions Nominated for Broadway World Awards

The 352’s own Ocala Civic Theatre is up in multiple categories in this year’s Broadway World Regional Awards, but hurry–you can only vote through Dec. 31.

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Community
3 months ago
Here Are Some of the Best Drive-By Residential Christmas Light Displays in the 352

Take a break from the holiday stress and go see some of Marion County’s most beautiful residential light-ups.

Community
3 months ago
Marion County Boosts Roadway Projects with $2.8-Million Investment

Marion County wants to update residents on ongoing roadwork and infrastructure improvements.

Community
3 months ago
Gainesville’s Cotton Club Museum to Present a Celebration of Kwanzaa Dec. 26

Gainesville’s Cotton Club Museum and Cultural Center will celebrate and illuminate the meanings and traditions behind the first day of Kwanzaa on Dec. 26, 2025.

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Food & Drink
3 months ago
Dining Out in the 352: Eat at These Downtown Ocala Restaurants (Part 2)

Our series on dining destinations in the 352 continues. From casual patio bars and craft beverages to upscale cuisine, these local eateries highlight the variety of flavors and atmospheres available to diners looking for their next meal out.

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