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A Marion County, FL, Darrell's Diner was cited for 9 violations and was issued a warning

A state licensing inspection in Marion County found nine violations at Darrell's Diner, 4409 NW Blitchton Rd in Ocala, and the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation ordered a follow-up review of the local eatery.

Marion County, FL · 3d
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8 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. 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 Marion County restaurant inspection site . Which Marion 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. Champions Restaurant

Marion County, FL · 3d

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This Florida Town Is Known as the Horse Capital of the World, and It’s Worth the Trip

There’s a town in Florida where million-dollar horses graze behind miles of white fences, the countryside looks more like Kentucky than the Sunshine State, and some of the clearest water in America is hiding just down the road. Welcome to Ocala, a place that proudly wears the title of Horse Capital of the World, and for good reason. But horses are only half the story.

Ocala, FL · 10d
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Another six Central Florida eateries shuttered over health violations

ORLANDO, Fla. – Last week, six more Central Florida eateries were forced to shut down (at least temporarily) after a visit from a health inspector, according to state records. These records show the reported eateries experienced violations like rodent droppings, roaches, and storage issues, among many others. Most of...

Central Florida, FL · 1d
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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 · 12d

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You’ll Find The Best Made-To-Order Burgers Under $7 At This Old-School Florida Drive-Thru

Somewhere in Gainesville, Florida, tucked between the palm trees and the everyday hustle of a college town, there’s a little brick building with a red roof that has been quietly winning hearts one burger at a time. Mac’s Drive Thru is the kind of place that makes you wonder...

Gainesville, FL · 5d

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Netflix’s ‘One Last Order’ Trailer Celebrates a Beloved Drive-Thru Worker’s Final Shift After 37 Years

The award-winning short documentary follows Sighle Williams as her Gainesville town turns her last day into a farewell to remember. *Netflix dropped the first trailer for “One Last Order,” a short documentary about a beloved Florida drive-thru worker’s final shift. 0:00 / 0:00. The documentary centers on...

Gainesville, FL · 3d

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We Ranked The Top 8 Steakhouses In Central Florida And Here Are The Results

One steakhouse on this list hands you a menu after dinner that leads to a whole separate dessert room. The little booths there come with old-fashioned telephones and live piano music nearby. I can’t get over that detail. Another spot on the list grills its beef over pits that...

Central Florida, FL · 12d

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Inspector finds live insects at seafood restaurant at Lake Harris Square

An inspector found numerous live insects during a visit to a seafood restaurant in Leesburg. Four to five small bugs flew by a three-compartment sink during an inspection at the Seafood Shack, located at 27405 U.S. Hwy. 27 Ste. 121, Leesburg, on Thursday, Oct. 15, according to a report on file with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation.

Leesburg, FL · 8d

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Rodent Droppings and Dead Roaches Temporarily Close 13 Central Florida Restaurants, Including Orlando and Tampa Spots

Thirteen restaurants across Central Florida — from Orlando to Tampa — were ordered to close temporarily during the week of Oct. 5 to 11 after state inspectors found problems ranging from live roaches and rodent droppings to missing running water. The list also includes restaurants in Lake Mary, Altamonte Springs, Daytona Beach, Lakeland, Satellite Beach and Palm Coast.

Tampa, FL · 11d

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A Loving Goldendoodle, Chesnee, Needs a Home Due to Behavior Issues

A 6-year-old Goldendoodle named Chesnee in Florida is up for adoption with no adoption fee — and his family wants to be upfront about exactly who he is. His adoption details note, "his outdoor behavior has become increasingly difficult for our family to manage, though these issues are manageable.

Belleview, FL · 2d

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New Publix in Marion Oaks nearly complete

Construction of a new Publix in Marion Oaks is nearly complete, with the grocer planning to open early next year. Photos shared this week by Javier Arrillaga, a local resident who documents updates around Marion Oaks, show that construction of the grocery store is in the final stages. Located at...

Ocala, FL · 4h

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Florida Antique Lovers Say Ocala’s Sprawling Mall Needs A Whole Afternoon And Then Some

More than 130 dealer spaces share one roof here, and the storefronts inside are styled to look like those from the 1800s. That’s 15,500 square feet of old treasures waiting for you. I like those odds. The rules are strict, too. The mall accepts authentic antiques and collectibles but...

Ocala, FL · 3d

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Some Buffets Cut Corners. This Florida Spot in Alachua Keeps the Southern Comfort Coming All Day

The leftover food scraps at one Florida buffet are said to go straight to a pig. That tells you plenty about a kitchen that really frowns on waste. Then come the details that make your stomach growl. Fried chicken, crispy pork chops, grits, and banana pudding share one roof with an all-you-can-eat snow crab leg feast.

Alachua, FL · 1d

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Between Tampa And Gainesville Is An Archaeological Park With Native American History, Fishing, And Trails

Florida's Gulf Coast is a prime, year-round vacation escape, but its tourism hotspots tend to center on its prominent Gulf-side beaches. Inland from the Gulf, however, sits a worthy collection of outdoor attractions preserving Florida's natural, cultural, and historical treasures without any beaches involved. A superb Florida hidden gem for history and nature lovers alike is the small but extraordinary Crystal River Archaeological State Park. With the word "archaeological" in its name, you can probably guess that this park is a bit more history-minded than most Florida state parks. At the same time, this park is far from a stuffy history lecture, and you'll find top-tier inland water recreation along with its historic treasures.

Gainesville, FL · 9d

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Resilient Ocala turns a free clothing boutique into a peer-support clubhouse that teaches independent living skills

OCALA, FL (352Today.com) – For some people, successful physical therapy happens in a clinic. For Esmee Bancroft, it happened while sorting piles of donated clothes. Bancroft, founder and CEO of Resilient Ocala, formerly known as the Ocala Clothing Swap, developed an autoimmune condition that caused her nerves to stop communicating with her muscles. The resulting paralysis came in waves. At times, she used a walker. Later, she needed a wheelchair. Eventually, she required a power wheelchair just to move around her own home and get herself to the bathroom.

Ocala, FL · 3d

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Let someone else cook: Where to order Thanksgiving meals to go in the 352

OCALA, FL (352today.com) – Thanksgiving dinner doesn’t have to mean spending hours in the kitchen preparing a holiday feast. For families who would rather enjoy the celebration at home without worrying about all the cooking, several restaurants and catering businesses offer prepared meals, traditional sides and holiday favorites to go.

Summerfield, FL · 4d

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Step Inside This Hidden Florida Museum and Discover an Entire World of Tiny Trains

A tiny Cleveland, Ohio, rumbles to life with model trains in a small Florida town. That alone made me stop and stare at my screen. The scenes get even sillier and sweeter. One layout features muskrats. Red buttons let kids, and grown-ups who refuse to admit it, set little things in motion.

Bushnell, FL · 3d

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$27,000 lottery ticket sold at Dunnellon gas station

A winning lottery ticket worth over $27,000 was recently sold at a gas station in Dunnellon, marking yet another big win this year in Marion County. The winning Fantasy 5 lottery ticket was sold at the Mobil gas station located at 11946 N Williams Street in Dunnellon on Wednesday, Oct. 28.

Dunnellon, FL · 4d

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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 · 2d