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Dog the Bounty Hunter has made Ocala his new home
Duane Chapman, who is best known as “Dog the Bounty Hunter,” has officially relocated to Ocala, becoming the city’s newest celebrity resident. Ocala Mayor Ben Marciano confirmed Chapman’s residency on Monday, Nov. 9, after hosting the television personality and his wife, Francie Chapman, at his office.
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Police search at hotel construction worksite in Ocala
OCALA, Fla. – UPDATE: Police have cleared the scene. No arrests were made. Construction have returned to work. Police have blocked a major intersection in Ocala because of heavy police activity at a hotel. State Road 40, also known as Silver Springs Boulevard is blocked at U.S. 301 in...
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Roaches, raw beef on lasagna prompt temporary closure of Ocala pizza restaurant
An Ocala pizzeria was temporarily closed late last week after state health inspectors discovered live roaches, roach egg sacs, and food cross-contamination issues. Pronto Pizza was ordered to temporarily shut down operations at its location within Churchill Square (303 SE 17th Street) in Ocala on Friday, Nov. 6. According to...
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New 10-acre commercial center, Dollar Tree planned for Ocala intersection
Plans have been filed for a new commercial center spanning more than 10 acres in southwest Marion County, with a Dollar Tree discount store, retail outparcels, and future commercial pads slated for the site. The Freedom Park Commercial & Professional Center is a new, 10.31-acre commercial subdivision that is being...
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State inspectors temporarily closed two Ocala restaurants
You can use the database to search by county or by restaurant name . Florida's restaurant owners are not required to post restaurant inspection results where guests can see them. So every week, we provide that information for you. For a complete list of local restaurant inspections, including violations not requiring warnings or administrative action, visit our Marion County restaurant inspections site . Here's the breakdown for recent health inspections in Marion County, Florida, for the week of Nov. 2-8, 2026. Please note that some more recent, follow-up inspections may not be included here. Disclaimer: The Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation describes an inspection report as a 'snapshot' of conditions present at the time of the inspection. On any given day, an establishment may have fewer or more violations than noted in their most recent inspection. An inspection conducted on any given day may not be representative of the overall, long-term conditions at the establishment. For full restaurant inspection details, visit our Marion County restaurant inspection site . Which Marion County restaurants got perfect scores on their health inspections? These restaurants met all standards during their Nov. 2-8 inspections and no violations were found. Archie's , Mobile food
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Ocala Walmart shoplifting suspect caught with loaded handgun, police say
A routine shoplifting stop at an Ocala Walmart escalated when officers reportedly discovered a loaded handgun in the pocket of a convicted felon. The incident occurred shortly after 5 p.m. on Sunday, October 25, at the Walmart located at 2600 SW 19th Avenue Road. A loss prevention officer allegedly observed a woman, later identified as 40-year-old Jennifer Lynn Blanchard, concealing a blue Florida Gators T-shirt inside her waistband before continuing to shop, according to the arrest report.
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Social Scene: Caregivers’ Night Out
More than 60 family caregivers registered for Caregivers’ Night Out, an evening of relaxation, recognition, pampering and appreciation hosted by Rizing Starz, Inc. on Nov. 6 at the Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place in northwest Ocala. Now in its second year, the annual celebration gave caregivers...
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Cheapest gas stations in Ocala
Stacker compiled a list of the cheapest gas stations in Ocala using data from Gas Buddy. Gas stations are ranked by the lowest regular fuel price. - Address: 4986 East Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL. - Price: $3.63. #8. BP (tie) - Address: 18373 N US HIGHWAY 301, Citra, FL.
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Resident feedback on future of downtown Ocala sought at upcoming meeting
The City of Ocala and Ocala Main Street are inviting residents, business owners, and local patrons to attend a Downtown Town Hall this week to discuss the growth and direction of the heart of the city. The community town hall is scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 12, from 5:30 p.m. to...
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Urgent repairs, donations needed to save 134-year-old Bryant House in Ocala
The Historic Ocala Preservation Society has launched a public fundraising campaign to save its longtime headquarters, the Bryant House, after successive hurricanes and severe weather have left the 134-year-old landmark in need of urgent structural stabilization and repairs. Built in 1892, the Bryant House has stood at the center of...