Man experiencing homelessness sitting on sidewalk receiving money from passerby.
Local
5 months ago
Marion County leaders push for broader homelessness definition to capture hidden cases

Advocates say school-based McKinney-Vento data offers a more accurate picture than HUD’s Point-in-Time count.

Collage of images from Ocala, 352 Today's Top stories
Local
5 months ago
Top 10 Stories You May Have Missed This Week on 352 Today (8/2-8/8)

From viral BBQ to crime alerts and traffic delays, here are the top 10 most-read stories in Ocala and Marion County this week, according to Google Analytics.

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Community
5 months ago
Free breakfast and lunch provided to all students in 56 school locations

The Food and Nutrition Department of Marion County Public Schools will provide free breakfast and lunch to all students, regardless of family income, within 56 school sites for the 2025-2026 school year.

The Marion County Board of County Commissioners join Members of the City/County Bowling League as they present a big donation check to the Marion County Animal Services team.
Community
5 months ago
City/County Bowling League Donates to Animal Services

The City/County Bowling League, organized by Marion County Property Appraiser Jimmy Cowan, wrapped up a spirited season by donating $2,275.10 to Marion County Animal Services. What began as friendly competition between local government teams turned into a heartwarming act of community giving.

Green sod to the left of a sign, with multiple rectangular white placards with black letters affixed to them, to the right a telephone pole, green lawn, a roadway with vehicles and a tree line to the extreme right.
Community
5 months ago
New school year brings new schools, principals, and procedures

Marion County Public schools’ welcome new procedures and principals as the new school year begins.

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Community
5 months ago
Ocala woman’s casino petition fraud scheme results in 13 count conviction

Ocala woman convicted by a trial jury for 13 double-felony counts of fraud may face more than 200 years in prison.

From left to right, the back of an audience's head, with hands being raised in the foreground. The background has light filtering down to what appears to be an arena.
Local
5 months ago
Ocala high school student shines on the national stage on sports entertainment program

Ocala High School student Nacssa Garemore continues his amazing run on American Ninja Warrior 17.

Road being repaved
Community
5 months ago
Temporary lane closures along Buena Vista Boulevard in Marion County– Aug. 13-14

Pavement preservation work begins Aug. 13 on Buena Vista Boulevard from CR 42 to the Marion County Line. Expect lane closures and delays through Aug. 14.

Juvenile found with gun aboard school bus
Crime & Safety
5 months ago
Five taken to jail in Marion County on charges ranging from DUI to battery

The Marion County Sheriff’s Office made multiple arrests Wednesday in separate incidents involving drug possession, trespassing, theft, and battery across the county.

Adoptable senior dog Molly at Marion County Animal Services in Ocala, Florida – sweet 8-year-old white and red mixed-breed dog looking for a forever home
Project Pawsitivity
5 months ago
Meet Molly: A sweet and spunky dog ready to steal your heart

Meet Molly, an 8-year-old pup with a gentle heart and playful spirit, available for adoption at Marion County Animal Services. After losing her owner earlier this year, Molly is searching for a new home where she can share cuddles, zoomies, and her pumpkin spice personality — sweet, spicy, and everything nice.

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