Man sues Wildwood apartment complex owner after tripping on uneven sidewalk
A resident of Sumter County has filed a lawsuit against the owner of a Wildwood apartment complex, alleging that poor lighting and an uneven sidewalk caused him to trip and sustain permanent injuries. William Clark filed the complaint on Dec. 29, 2025, in the Fifth Judicial Circuit Court for Sumter...
Meet a two-month-old American Bulldog mix seeking forever love
Fiddleleaf, a two-month-old American Bulldog mix, is one of the newest rescues cared for by the Voices of Change Animal League (VOCAL) in Florida, and this sweet puppy is seeking a forever home with a family who would love to add her as a furry pet to their loving household.
Ocala fentanyl trafficker gets 12 years in prison
A 38-year-old convicted felon from Ocala, who pleaded guilty to fentanyl distribution and firearm-related charges, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison. On Monday, February 2, 2026, Corderrius Terrelle McShane was sentenced to a dozen years behind bars for the following offenses: distribution of more than 40...
Woman sues Marion homeowners over alleged dog attack
A Citra woman has filed a lawsuit against a homeowner and two tenants after she was allegedly attacked by a mixed-breed dog at a property in McIntosh in 2024. Alanda Gray filed the complaint in the Fifth Judicial Circuit Court of Marion County on February 5. The complaint cites the dog’s owners, Kathleen and Gaetano...
75-acre brush fire forces temporary closure of FL-19
Heavy smoke from a brush fire has temporarily halted traffic on FL-19 south of Salt Springs in Marion County on Saturday, according to the U.S. Forest Service.
This Nostalgic Florida Candy Shop Hides A $5 Candy Buffet Known Around The World
Some places in Florida make you feel like a kid again before you even realize what happened. Not because of rides or flashing lights, but because the moment you walk in, your eyes widen and your first thought is, where do I even start?. You notice the colors first. Bright...
Woman killed in head-on collision at Marion County intersection
A 34-year-old woman was killed and two other individuals were seriously injured after two vehicles swerved into each other at a Marion County intersection while attempting to evade a collision. The fatal accident took place near the intersection of NE 160th Avenue Road and NE 220th Avenue in Fort McCoy...
Large-scale drug trafficking ring dismantled in Central Florida
LAKELAND, Fla. (WWSB) - A drug trafficking operation across Central Florida has ended with 51 arrests and the seizure of more than 70 pounds of meth and 10 pounds of fentanyl, the state attorney general’s office said Friday. The operation targeted members of the Valentine Bloods gang, Attorney General...
Peach Valley Cafe to Open at Former Bob Evans Site in Ocala
OCALA, FL (352today.com) – A Florida-based breakfast and brunch chain is expanding into Ocala, bringing new life to a recently closed restaurant along one of the city’s busiest corridors. Peach Valley Cafe will open its 10th location at the former Bob Evans site at 3535 SW College Rd....
352Eats: Four smokes BBQ Brings a Smoky Flavor to Ocala’s Paddock Market
OCALA, FL (352today.com) – Four Smokes BBQ is a family-owned food truck turned restaurant located in the new Paddock Market shopping center. The restaurant merges friendly charm with high-quality service, providing a delectable display of BBQ options. Four Smokes BBQ began as a food truck in Ocala, offering...

















