Another Ocala shopping center sold for $7 million
A shopping center located just off Interstate 75 in Ocala has just been sold for $7 million, following the sales of several other similar local facilities over the past few months. According to a deed filed with the Marion County Clerk of Court, Healthy Ocala Investments LLC sold the Marketplace...
Ocala Raising Cane’s Opening Features Crowds, Giveaways, and a PETA Protest | PHOTOS
OCALA, FL (352today.com) – More than 200 Ocala residents lined up outside the brand-new Raising Cane’s at 2410 SW College Road starting around 8 a.m.–a good two hours before the restaurant technically opened–on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, to be part of the franchise’s grand opening and maybe win some swag and free...
This Surreal Florida Sinkhole Looks Straight Out Of A Sci-Fi Movie
If someone told you there’s a portal to another dimension hiding inside a hill in Williston, you’d probably assume they’ve been reading too much science fiction or spending too much time in the Florida heat. Devil’s Den Prehistoric Spring is that portal, except instead of leading to...
Declining water levels, limited rainfall prompt Northeast Florida officials to issue Phase II Severe...
PALATKA, Fla. – The St. Johns River Water Management District has issued a Modified Phase II Severe Water Shortage for parts of Northeast and Central Florida because of limited rainfall and falling water levels. Under Modified Phase II, all water users are encouraged to voluntarily reduce use and conserve...
Niagara keeping water bottling facility in Ocala open at reduced capacity after terminations
The former Silver Springs Bottled Water Co. facility in Ocala will remain operational with reduced production and volume following the sale of the company last year and subsequent termination of dozens of employees. On Monday, March 2, representatives from Niagara Bottling confirmed that the site is not shutting...
Marion officials seeking public input on potential widening of CR 484 to six lanes...
The Marion County Board of County Commissioners is inviting residents to a public meeting to provide feedback on proposed improvements along County Road 484, including the possibility of widening the roadway from four to six lanes around its busy intersection with Interstate 75. The meeting will focus on a Project...
Reward increased for information on 2022 Marion County teen murders
OCALA, Florida - Authorities are urging the community to assist in solving the 2022 murders of two teens by providing information to the Marion County Sheriff's Office. An enhanced reward of up to $9,500 per case is now available for information leading to an arrest, according to a press release from the Marion...
Ocala-area artists go “Down the Rabbit Hole”
A group of talented local artists recently colored outside the lines to creative imaginative works of art inspired by “Alice in Wonderland.”. An opening reception for the “Down the Rabbit Hole” exhibit, which features works by members of the Artist-Alley group, will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, March 6, at the...
You’ll Have An Absolute Blast At These 11 Quirky Florida Restaurants
Want to find quirky restaurants in Florida with amazing food?. These 11 restaurants offer unique experiences and tasty dishes!. 1. The Bubble Room Restaurant (Captiva) This restaurant looks like someone collected every fun toy and decoration from the last century and put them all in one building. The Bubble Room...
Man having ‘violent outburst’ attacks customer at local 7-Eleven
A Lady Lake man was arrested for battery after allegedly attacking a customer at 7-Eleven. An officer responded to 7-Eleven, located at 2058 U.S. Hwy. 27/441, regarding 32-year-old Brandon Tate Willman making threats and being physical around 8:15 p.m. Tuesday, Feb, 24, according to an arrest report from the...
