Weekend Top Picks: Menagerie, Scrimmage, Games and More for Interactive Fun
This weekend in Ocala offers interactive fun for all ages with Barbie-themed glam, thrilling games, rock tributes, a roller derby showdown, and 90s nostalgia events.
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Marion County Veterans Park Renames Cross Program “Remember & Honor”
The Marion County Veterans Memorial Park has renamed its cross program to “Remember & Honor” to pay tribute to fallen service members. Families can purchase personalized crosses displayed around Memorial Day and Veterans Day each year.
On the Cutting-Edge, the College of Central Florida’s Innovative Programs Prepare Students for the Future
The College of Central Florida’s President Dr. James Henningsen was the featured speaker at the Ocala Metro CEP’s ExCEPtional breakfast, sharing the innovative program’s that has made the higher learning institution one of the best in the nation.
City of Belleview Invites Public to Attend 2025 Freedom Walk Auto Draft
The City of Belleview will host its annual Freedom Walk on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at 6 p.m. at the Belleview Community Center. The event honors the lives lost on September 11, 2001, while recognizing the courage of first responders, military members, and all who serve to protect our freedoms. Community members are invited to join in reflection, remembrance, and unity as the evening concludes with a walk through Lake Lillian Park.
Lake County Supervisor of Elections Announces 2025 Municipal Primary Election—Unofficial Results Posted
The unofficial results for the Lake County Municipal Election for the City of Groveland District 4 have been posted.
Project Hometown an Investment of Lasting Impact for Ocala
The Ocala City Council unanimously approves Project Hometown, both the redevelopment agreement between the developer and the city, and the dedicated parking spaces for Parking Garage no. 2.
City of Belleview Announces Reclassification of Robert Vass to Newly Created Role: Community Engagement Liaison
BELLEVIEW, FL (352 Today) — The City of Belleview is pleased to announce the reclassification of Robert Vass to the […]
Marion County Traffic Stop Leads to Fentanyl and Cocaine Arrest
What started as a simple seatbelt violation quickly escalated into a major drug bust. A Marion County Sheriff’s deputy pulled over 44-year-old Andre Jerod Roundtree on NW Blitchton Road and uncovered multiple baggies of fentanyl, cocaine, and marijuana, along with $1,667 in cash.
A Beautiful Life Tragically Taken, Gainesville Police Department announces arrests in shooting death of Ontaria Baisden
Three men were arrested in connection with the shooting death of Ontaria Baisden,
Gold Cross Saves Ocala Man After Bullet to the Chest
A 20-year-old Ocala man survived a potentially fatal gunshot wound thanks to a gold cross necklace — and the quick response of HCA Florida Ocala Hospital’s trauma team.