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Community
4 months ago
Father’s Day in the 352: Markets, Parties and Live Entertainment in Marion County and Beyond

Father’s Day events are taking over North Central Florida leading up to the big day.

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Entertainment
4 months ago
RavenFest Returns to Ocala with Three Days of Music, Fundraising and Mental Health Awareness

The three-day RavenFest music festival returns to Ocala June 26-28, raising money for suicide prevention and mental health organizations while showcasing more than 20 bands across three venues.

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Crime & Safety
4 months ago
Southbound On-Ramp from CR 484 to I-75 to Close Overnight Sunday

This is the third of the south Marion County interchange’s four ramps to be closed overnight in the past week.

A building sits in the background while in the foreground, a metal fence blocks off the store with a banner hanging off of it, reading "Store Closed."
Business
4 months ago
These Businesses Closed in North Central Florida in May 2026

Several businesses across North Central Florida permanently closed during May 2026, including a longtime family-owned gas station, a popular Gainesville nightclub and local eateries.

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Features
4 months ago
More than 360,000 Votes Decide the Best of the 352

The Best of the 352 celebrates businesses and services from across the spectrum and the North Central Florida region with its fifth edition for 2026.

Marion County Public Schools sign with slogan "Helping Every Student Succeed" against a blue sky.
Education
4 months ago
Marion County School Board Announces New Principals, Leadership for 2026-27 Year

Marion County Public Schools has announced new principals for several schools, along with multiple district-level leadership changes for the 2026-27 school year.

A vibrant, wooden sign reads, "Mutiny." Behind it is a line of stores on a sidewalk. On the right are palm trees.
Food & Drink
4 months ago
Ocala City Council Approves Outdoor Drinking for Two Downtown Bars

Downtown Ocala watering holes and entertainment venues Mutiny Ocala and The Tipsy Skipper will be able to let patrons drink out front.

Child holding a red lunch tray with a sandwich, apple, and bottle of milk at a school meal program.
Community
4 months ago
Marion and Alachua County Programs Offering Free Meals for Kids through Late July

Kids up to 18 years old can get free meals at multiple locations throughout Marion and Alachua counties through late July.

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Community
4 months ago
Commissioners Approve New Contracts with Marion County Firefighters’ Union

The agreements represent a major investment in recruitment, retention, compensation and care for Marion County Fire Rescue.

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Education
4 months ago
Kinetic, Alachua County to Host Free Digital Literacy Events June 11

Alachua County and Kinetic will host three free digital literacy events on June 11 to help residents improve online skills, learn cybersecurity best practices and explore fiber internet technology.

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