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Chili competition heats up Ocala as Marion County Chili Cook-Off returns for 45th year

Ocala, FL · 5d

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Project Pawsitivity: This bonded pair could be at home anywhere

OCALA, FL (352today.com) – Meet Cyrus and Hazel, a pack of two who kept each other alive on the streets, and don’t ever want to be apart again. The fine folks at the Humane Society of Marion County got these friendly, curious mutts from Marion County Animal Services about a month ago, where they’d been taken in as a bonded pair of strays. They were so lucky to have found one another out in the world, and are just looking for a forever home they can both share with new members of the pack.

Marion County, FL · 7d
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The Gainesville Sun

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Bagel Bakery owner says payment problems persist at City Food Hall

The owner of The Bagel Bakery in Gainesville says City Food Hall owes him about $4,000 in unpaid revenue, raising concerns about the midtown food hall's payment practices and whether other vendors are experiencing similar problems. Jason Cole, owner of The Bagel Bakery, told The Sun in an Oct. 27 phone interview that he had not received a payment since Oct. 5 and said he was aware of other businesses at the food hall experiencing similar issues. Cole also owns The Bagel Bakery at 4113 NW 16th Blvd. Cole, who opened a location at the food hall in August, said his business entered into an agreement with City Food Hall that required vendors to use a shared payment system. He said the food hall is operated by founder and CEO Peter Rounce and occupies space on the bottom floor of The Standard, 1360 W. University Ave. Under the arrangement, Cole said sales revenue from vendors went into a central account before businesses were paid their weekly sales, minus agreed-upon fees. Cole said 18% was deducted from sales, including a 15% fee for City Food Hall and another 3% to support employees working in common areas, such as janitorial staff. While

Gainesville, FL · 9d

Alachua Chronicle

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Candy canes and coconuts: Scooter’s Coffee gives holiday traditions a tropical twist

Candy cane or coconut? At Scooter's this season, the answer can be both. The post Candy canes and coconuts: Scooter’s Coffee gives holiday traditions a tropical twist appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .

Gainesville, FL · 7d

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Nationally acclaimed celebrity chefs to cook up inspiration for MCPS students

MARION COUNTY, FL (352today.com) – Five nationally acclaimed celebrity chefs will share their experiences with Marion County middle and high school culinary arts students, Friday, November 6, 2026. The celebrity chefs, who are all affiliated with World Equestrian Center (WEC) Ocala, are participating in a culinary celebration. This year’s...

Marion County, FL · 8d

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This Tiny Florida Restaurant Serves Up A Jaw-Dropping 1.5-Pound Burger That’s Worth The Trip

If you’ve ever driven through a small Florida town and thought “I wonder what’s in there,” Pudgee’s Eatery and Market in Floral City is the answer to that question, and it comes in the form of a 1.5-pound burger that will make you pull over and reconsider your entire afternoon.

Floral City, FL · 11d

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Florida’s Oldest Diner Serves Its Famous Milkshake Out Of A 1932 Rail Car

A sandwich here stacks scrambled eggs, bacon, and ground beef on one bun. Yes, all three, together, on purpose. That wild creation comes from a Florida diner that has been flipping burgers inside an old railroad dining car since 1932. The milkshakes are hand-spun, and the onion rings get battered by hand.

Palatka, FL · 20d

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Gainesville’s strolling business and restaurant district The Streatery opens Nov. 6

GAINESVILLE, FL (352today.com) – Two blocks of downtown Gainesville that have undergone a major transformation over the past two years will be officially unveiled as The Streatery on Friday, November 6, 2026. The project, a sort of experiment to convert a small region of downtown into a walkable dining,...

Gainesville, FL · 9d

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Cedar Key Has About 800 Residents and Grows Most of Florida’s Farmed Clams. Here’s Where to Eat Them on the Island

Cedar Key is a small island town on Florida’s Gulf Coast, with about 800 residents....

Cedar Key, FL · 8d

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Roaring Pines Motor Club in development

Exciting progress is being made for Florida’s First Coast luxury motorsports facility, Roaring Pines Motor Club. Owned by the father-son team of Scott Lagasse Sr. and Scott Lagasse Jr., the Mosler Family and founding investors, this multifaceted car-culture utopia has an abundance of world-class amenities for club members and will serve as a fun event space for giving back to the community.

Gainesville, FL · 8d

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When Snowbirds Want Old-School Breakfast, These 4 Florida Diners Have Served It Since The 1960s

Florida keeps building new brunch spots with neon signs and avocado everything, but some mornings call for a counter stool and a bottomless mug. Snowbirds know this better than anyone, since plenty of them grew up on the kind of diner breakfast that is getting harder to find. The four...

Florida · 10d

The Gainesville Sun

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These Alachua County restaurants failed health inspections

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 Alachua County restaurant inspections site . Here's the breakdown for recent health inspections in Alachua County, Florida, for the week of Oct. 26-Nov. 1, 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 Alachua County restaurant inspection site . Which Alachua County restaurants got perfect scores on their health inspections? These restaurants met all standards during their Oct. 26-Nov. 1 inspections and no violations were found. Best Western

Alachua County, FL · 10d

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The Tiny Florida Deli Where Generations Of Locals Have Gathered For Breakfast Since 1984

Somewhere between your first cup of coffee and your second helping of something you didn’t plan to order, you’ll understand exactly why generations of Gainesville locals have been gathering at 43rd Street Deli & Breakfast House for breakfast since 1984. It’s the kind of place that gets into...

Gainesville, FL · 11d

Alachua Chronicle

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Saucy! offers BOGO deals after November UF football games

On Nov. 7, 14, 21, and 27, fans can head to the Gainesville Saucy! location for a post-game deal: buy one 3-Tendie Combo and get one free! The post Saucy! offers BOGO deals after November UF football games appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .

Gainesville, FL · 9d

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Dreamland Amusements brings rides, games and cirque to Marion County

OCALA, FL (352today.com) – Dreamland Amusements was host to the annual I-75 Flea Market Fair from Wednesday, Oct. 28-Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026, at 4121 NW 44th Ave., Ocala. Dreamland Amusements visits multiple counties every year sporting vendors, food tricks, rides and live performances. Guests had the opportunity to explore...

Ocala, FL · 10d

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45th Annual Marion County Chili Cook-Off returning to Ocala this weekend

The Annual Marion County Chili Cook-Off will bring a chili competition, car show, and several family activities to the Southeastern Livestock Pavilion this Saturday, with all proceeds from the event benefiting The Cornerstone School. The 45th Annual Marion County Chili Cook-Off will take place on Saturday, November 7, from 10:00...

Ocala, FL · 11d

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This Florida House Was Almost Demolished. Now It’s a Museum.

The remarkable history of the May Vinzant Perkins House and our unexpectedly short visit to the Lake City-Columbia County Historical Museum. Some historic places welcome you with open doors, fascinating exhibits, and stories waiting around every corner. Others greet you with an empty parking lot and a locked door. Unfortunately,...

Lake City, FL · 11d

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7 Frequent Customer Complaints About Golden Corral

Buffets are convenient because you can fill up on precisely what you want, rather than picking a general selection from a menu. Golden Corral is known for this focus, as its buffets feature a wide variety of items. The company offers options for any meal of the day, for adults and children, as well as for various nutritional needs. Whether you're keto or vegan, the food chain advertises that you can find something to nosh on.

Schererville, IN · 11d

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Florida Is Home To A Flea Market So Massive, It Takes A Full Day To Walk Through

There are places in Florida that demand your entire Saturday, and the Market of Marion in Belleview is one of them, not because it’s complicated, but because it’s that good. Once you step through those gates, the clock stops mattering and the bargains start doing all the talking.

Florida · 12d

Alachua Chronicle

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Yes Chef Tailgates presented by Pepsi® comes to UF, challenging fans to take on Jack’s Dining Room for cash prizes

On Saturday, November 7, Yes Chef Tailgates Presented by PEPSI® will make the second stop of its tailgate tour at the University of Florida ahead of the heated matchup against the University of Oklahoma. The post Yes Chef Tailgates presented by Pepsi® comes to UF, challenging fans to take on Jack’s Dining Room for cash prizes appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .

Gainesville, FL · 9d