In the foreground pavement for a parking, a recreational vehicle, with lettering, numbers and insignias, with a tree line in the background.
Community
4 months ago
Community agencies working together to help the homeless

Community agencies are coming together to address the problem of homelessness in the community.,

Semi in accident that shuts down I75 in Ocala
Local
4 months ago
UPDATED: Overturned semi-truck closes I-75 northbound in Ocala after multi-vehicle crash

A tire blowout led to a serious crash on I-75 in Ocala Wednesday afternoon, leaving two people hospitalized and blocking all northbound lanes near Mile Marker 352.

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Education
4 months ago
Alachua County Public Schools launches new tools to keep families, schools connected

Alachua County Public Schools is introducing new and improved communication tools designed to make it easier for families, staff, and the community to stay informed and connected.

Community
4 months ago
CF Appleton Museum to present handcrafted pinecone quilts

The Appleton Museum of Art will showcase “Under the Cover of Knowledge: Betty Ford-Smith’s Pinecone Quilts” from September 6, 2025, to February 22, 2026. Her intricate, handcrafted quilts, inspired by African American traditions, can take over six months to create and feature more than 4,000 hand-cut cotton triangles. Presented alongside historic quilts and related works, the exhibition celebrates the artistry, heritage, and storytelling woven into each piece.

Community
4 months ago
OBG Lions Club Continues Tradition of Collecting Used Eyeglasses for Project Right to Sight

Since 1987, the Orange Blossom Gardens Lions Club has worked to bring the gift of clear vision to those in need through its involvement in Project Right to Sight. By collecting used prescription eyeglasses, reading glasses, and sunglasses, the club helps ensure that people—from local students to seniors—can see clearly again. Each donated pair is cleaned, refurbished, and matched to someone with the same prescription, transforming what might be forgotten in a drawer into a life-changing tool.

MCPS sign with motivational message on grassy roadside in Ocala under partly cloudy skies.
Education
4 months ago
Marion County School Board discusses changing kindergarten start date from Sept. 1

The Marion County Public School board discussed the possibility of a change in the state statute that could change the language for starting kindergarten in the future.

BB Graphics and The WrapPros team members pose in front of their logo with a framed 2025 Best of the 352 award.
Features
4 months ago
BB Graphics & The WrapPros: Central Florida’s leader in vehicle wraps and branding for over 30 years

BB Graphics & The WrapPros, a Central Florida leader in vehicle wraps and branding for over 30 years, combines craftsmanship, speed, and community commitment from its Ocala and Crystal River locations.

A gentleman dressed in a blue polo shirt, holding a microphone, with a covered shelter, orange and white pylons and people in the background.
Community
4 months ago
U.S. Army veteran named Veterans Helping Veterans director of community engagement and outreach

Myles McConico a U.S. Army veteran has been named Veterans Helping Veterans USA’s director of community engagement and outreach.

Ellianos Coffee's new drive-thru location on SW 60th Avenue in Ocala, featuring the building, parking lot, and roadside sign under a clear blue sky.
Local
4 months ago
Ellianos Coffee to open second Ocala location this month

OCALA, FL (352today.com) – Ellianos Coffee is preparing to open its second Ocala location […]

Veterans Helpign Veterans USA logo
Community
4 months ago
VHVUSA Marion County steps up outreach efforts

U.S. Army veteran Myles McConico has been named Director of Community Engagement and Outreach for Veterans Helping Veterans USA (VHVUSA). He will lead efforts to expand the organization’s visibility and connect local veterans with critical resources. With 40,000 veterans living in Marion County, McConico is focused on spreading the word about VHVUSA’s free programs, including food, housing, counseling, and employment assistance.

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