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Evinston, FL · Lifestyle

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BJ’s Wholesale Club officially opens new location in Ocala

BJ’s Wholesale Club officially opened the doors to its first Ocala warehouse on Friday, welcoming shoppers to Marion County’s second membership-based wholesale club. Located at 7351 SW 60th Avenue within the Winding Oaks development near State Road 200, the new location features a full grocery department with fresh produce, meats, a bakery, and a deli, alongside general merchandise, household essentials, and consumer electronics.

Ocala, FL · 16d

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Dog’s death, director’s resignation spark questions about Marion County Animal Services

OCALA, Fla. (WCJB) - Allegations of animal mistreatment and the recent resignation of Marion County’s animal services director are raising questions among local animal advocates. Jayne Nessif, a member of an animal advocacy group, says her organization has spent years pushing for changes at the county’s animal shelter.

Marion County, FL · 13d

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Santa Fe College celebrates 30 years of Boo at the Zoo

A student dressed as a werewolf hands out candy to a toddler trick-or-treater in the Monster Mash zone at the Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo's Boo at the Zoo event while laughing about their matching baskets on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026. (David Caine/WUFT News) Marina Menendez paints her 11- to...

Santa Fe, FL · 11d

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Paige’s Kitchen: Ghosts in a Blanket

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Who knew ghosts could be so delicious?. These little ghouls are wrapped up in golden pastry blankets and waiting to be part of your Halloween party, movie nights, or whenever you want to add a little magic to the night. Ingredients:. 1-2 packages Crescent Rolls. Your...

Gainesville, FL · 11d

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This Hole-In-The-Wall Florida Restaurant Is Home To An Epic 1.5-Pound Burger

There are restaurants you find because someone told you about them, and then there are restaurants you find because the universe decided you needed them, and Pudgee’s Eatery and Market in Floral City, Florida is firmly in the second category. It’s a small-town gem hiding in plain sight, and...

Floral City, FL · 21d

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Cuddle Rescued Cows and Pigs for Free at This Gentle Animal Sanctuary in Florida

A shaggy Highland cow named Jett will happily lean into your lap while you brush his coat. Yes, really. A cow cuddle is an actual thing you can book in Florida, and I can’t stop thinking about it. The cows are only the start. Pigs, turkeys, sheep, and peacocks...

Melrose, FL · 12d

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Records, cookies and condoms: Fest offers more than music

Since 2002, Fest has brought punks from all over the world to Gainesville. Attendees of Fest 24, held Friday to Sunday, flooded downtown as they migrated from show to show. Beyond the music, Fest serves as an opportunity to build community within the subculture, and patrons can find everything from records and food trucks to nonprofit organizations. Vendors set up tables in closed-off streets, Bo Diddley Plaza and First Magnitude Brewing Company’s Flea Market.

Gainesville, FL · 12d

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Learn to Throw a Cast Net From Old-Time Fishermen on This Florida Pier in Cedar Key

A fishing pier that never closes, never charges a dime, and comes with dolphins cruising the channel below? That got my attention fast. Pelicans perch on old weathered posts nearby like they’re waiting for their close-up. The deck sits a good 12 to 18 feet above the water, depending...

Levy County, FL · 12d

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New McDonald’s planned across from future ALDI in Silver Springs

Plans have been submitted to construct a new McDonald’s restaurant along East Highway 40 in Silver Springs, situated across the street from the former Winn-Dixie that is slated to become an ALDI. The project was formally presented for review to the Marion County Development Review Committee during its regular...

Silver Springs, FL · 14d

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Matheson History Museum presents ‘When the Sky Speaks and the Body Trembles: Timucua Spiritual Practices in Colonial Florida’ with George Aaron Broadwell, PhD

The Matheson History Museum welcomes back Dr. George Aaron Broadwell on Wednesday, October 28, at 7 p.m. to share about the spiritual practices of the Timucua people in colonial Florida. The post Matheson History Museum presents ‘When the Sky Speaks and the Body Trembles: Timucua Spiritual Practices in Colonial Florida’ with George Aaron Broadwell, PhD appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .

Gainesville, FL · 14d

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The Bull turns to local support to stay open through financial struggle

Inside The Bull, patrons will find an intimate space filled with everything from nautical-themed decorations to a revolving display of local art. Almost every night, the bar is occupied with some event or show, ranging from trivia to indie and punk musicians. The Bull opened in January 2011, making it...

Gainesville, FL · 14d

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This No-Frills Florida Café Makes Some Of The Best Cuban Sandwiches In The State

Somewhere in Gainesville, Florida, a sandwich is waiting for you, and it’s been waiting patiently. Mi Apá Latin Café is the kind of place that doesn’t need a fancy sign or a velvet rope to get your attention, because the food does all the talking. Let’s...

Gainesville, FL · 16d

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County commissioners approve contract for new Alachua County Animal Resources director

County commissioners without comment approved a contract for Meredith McLean, currently director of Collier County Animal Services.

Alachua County, FL · 12d

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Wild Horses Graze Near Empty Trails At Paynes Prairie, Just Outside Gainesville

A herd of wild horses, a colt tucked among them, can wander across a trail in North Central Florida while the path ahead sits nearly empty. That scene is not a movie set or a ranch tour. It plays out on a sprawling public preserve just south of Gainesville, where...

Gainesville, FL · 16d

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This Historic Florida Mansion Is Said To Be Haunted By The Ghost Of Its Former Mistress

Some places just have a way of making the hair on the back of your neck stand up, and the Herlong Mansion in Micanopy, Florida is absolutely one of them. Tucked inside one of Florida’s oldest inland towns, this grand bed and breakfast carries more than a century of stories within its walls, and at least one of those stories involves a ghost who apparently never checked out.

Micanopy, FL · 16d

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Eight Old Florida Fish Camps Where Locals Have Eaten Fried Catfish For Generations

Before the theme parks and beach resorts, Florida ate at fish camps. These were simple spots on rivers, creeks, and lakes where you could grab a basket of fried catfish, a pile of hush puppies, and a seat near the water. A handful of them still carry that spirit today,...

Florida · 15d

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10 Marion County restaurants cited for high-priority violations

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 Oct. 12-18, 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 Oct. 12-18 inspections and no violations were found. Big Mans Cafe Ii

Marion County, FL · 20d

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Tom Petty memorial vandalized, square cut out of mural on 34th Street Wall

The Tom Petty memorial mural has been vandalized. The tribute to Tom Petty on the 34th Street Wall was painted after his death in 2017. It appears that a 3-by-3 foot square has been cut out of the mural. While the damage looks recent we can't confirm when it exactly occurred.

Gainesville, FL · 17d

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Once You Try Its Pan-Fried Catfish, This Florida Riverside Fish Camp Ruins Every Other Fish Fry

I would happily eat gator bites while otters float past, and apparently that’s a real option here. The river outside the deck is so clear that kayakers look like they’re hovering. This Florida riverfront spot serves Cajun food right on the water. Paddlers can tie up their kayaks...

Florida · 17d

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Hawaiian Bros Plans 52 Florida Restaurants: Why Interest Rates Are Only Part of the Story

Southern Rock Restaurants’ six-year development plan puts the focus on operating experience, a distinctive concept and the right locations—not just the cost of borrowing. Interest rates matter. But they do not tell the whole story about where businesses choose to grow. Extended Reach USA’s “Rocky on Real Estate”...

Florida · 24d