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Temp worker at Ocala Circle K tased during arrest after allegedly stealing burritos, sandwiches
A temporary convenience store worker in Ocala accused of stealing food items during his shift was tased by law enforcement after he allegedly tried to avoid being taken into custody. On Tuesday, November 3, a Marion County Sheriff’s Office corporal responded to a reported theft at the Circle K located...
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Magnolia Breeze has closed its doors in downtown Eustis
Have to admit, we thought this one had some staying power, but Magnolia Breeze , a tropical-meets-comfort-food restaurant located at 108 N. Bay St. in downtown Eustis, has closed for good. .oembed-frame { width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0; border: 0; } Owned by Iliana and Francisco Pimentel, the restaurant had cultivated a local following for its colorful dishes and welcoming atmosphere with an eclectic mix of events. "Sorry to see this place close," said customer Libbi Abney Freeman. "Had a great time at 'The Summer I Turned Pretty Finale' watch party they threw." Magnolia Breeze has hosted a wide range of events, including Thanksgiving Day dinners, drag-show brunches, First Responders appreciation nights and an R&B karaoke brunch. It had a fresh upbeat vibe with cheerful, professional service. Though developers have been seeking out downtown Eustis property , no plans have been publicly announced for the historic building across the tracks from Ferran Park. This article originally appeared on Daily Commercial: Magnolia Breeze has closed its doors in downtown Eustis
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Ocala considering new relocation grants, repair loans for mobile home residents under new state rules
For the first time under Ocala’s affordable housing program, mobile home owners could soon become eligible for up to $15,000 in forgivable repair loans and up to $10,000 in relocation grants. During its regular meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 17, Ocala City Council members will consider a resolution to amend...
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Student arrested after false shooting threat at Ocala middle school, police say
OCALA, Fla. - A student was arrested after a false shooting threat was made against an Ocala middle school on Wednesday, according to police. The threat was made against Fort King Middle School, which was temporarily placed on lockdown as a precaution while authorities investigated the threat. Police later determined...
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Former Lodge building in downtown Ocala to reopen as new restaurant by December
OCALA, FL (352Today.com) – Remember when, out of nowhere, The Lodge was forced to close because the building was declared unsafe? We do, too. Well, local developer Bryan Caracciolo, General Contractor and President of BWC Construction, shared the news that the historic building at 36 S. Magnolia Avenue is currently under renovation and will return as a restaurant by December. Caracciolo said his company is completing the remodel work over the next couple of weeks. He described the incoming concept as “completely different than what was occupying the space prior,” intending to elevate the downtown experience. The name and full concept details are expected to be announced within the next week.
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Suspect arrested at Eustis dollar store in local rape case, police say
EUSTIS, Fla. – A 53-year-old man was arrested in Eustis after police identified him as a suspect in a reported sexual battery, according to a Eustis Police Department report. An officer said he spotted the man — identified as Alexander B. Johnson — riding a bicycle west on East...
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Horse industry representatives discuss racetrack, sports complex at Horse Farms Forever summit
OCALA, Fla. (WCJB) - Horse industry representatives spoke about a planned horse racetrack and a sports complex approved for the World Equestrian Center at this year’s Horse Farms Forever summit. The Florida Thoroughbred Breeders’ and Owners Association and Gilligan Racing LLC announced they have the acreage for a new...
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Habitual traffic offender with suspended license swaps seats to avoid charges
A Belleview man was arrested after swapping seats with a passenger to avoid charges for a suspended license and drug paraphernalia. An officer observed 29-year-old Johnny Shayne Simpson driving a silver Ford SUV northbound on U.S. Hwy. 27/441 around 12:40 a.m. Tuesday, according to an arrest report from the Fruitland Park Police Department.
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Ocala man wins $48,204 from lottery ticket purchased at Marion Oaks convenience store
An Ocala man has officially claimed a winning lottery ticket worth more than $48,000 that he purchased at a convenience store in Marion Oaks. According to state lottery records updated this week, Herben Gilbert of Ocala claimed the $48,204.53 top prize from the Sunday, Nov. 8, evening drawing of the Florida Lottery’s Fantasy 5 game.
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The Braised Onion fined $800 for failed health inspection in March
An east Ocala restaurant that was briefly forced to close its doors earlier this year following a failed health inspection has been fined by the state. The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation issued two separate administrative fines totaling $800 against The Braised Onion, located at 754 NE 25th Avenue, in disciplinary orders finalized on Oct. 5.