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Ocala’s 5 a.m. MIM Run Club draws hundreds downtown for movement and community
OCALA, FL (352Today.com) – It was March of 2024, and Sean Price was lonely and bored after retiring from professional football. One day he decided he needed something beyond the weight room, so he went for a run and realized it would be better with company. “One day, I...
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Ocala opens new fire station; first in 36 years with engine and rescue at inception
Ocala Fire Rescue officially opened Fire Station #8 this week just eight months after breaking ground at the northwest Ocala site. City leaders, first responders, retirees, business partners, and local residents gathered at the new facility (2300 NW 45th Terrace, Ocala) for a ribbon-cutting and vehicle push-in ceremony on Monday, Nov. 9.
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Winning lottery ticket worth $48,204 sold at Marion Oaks convenience store
Another winning lottery ticket worth more than $48,000 was sold at a convenience store in Marion Oaks on Sunday, marking the latest in a series of big wins across Marion County this year. The winning Fantasy 5 ticket was purchased at the Marion Oaks Quick Stop, located at 287 Marion...
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Opening day at the 4th annual Ocala Holiday Craft Show
The World Equestrian Center holds its fourth annual Ocala Holiday Craft Show where over 350 vendors are able to display and sell their specialty goods. Good Day Orlando's David Martin gets peak at what artisans are selling on opening day. The event runs from Nov. 13 to Nov. 15, 2026.
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After decade of zoning changes, plans for 151-home development in Ocala near final approval
A proposed, 151-home residential development in southeast Marion County that has undergone a decade of redesigns and zoning changes may move one step closer to reality next week after officials review the final master plan for the community. On Tuesday, Nov. 11, the Marion County Board of County Commissioners will...
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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.
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We need a Costco in Ocala, and other shopping options in Marion Oaks
As a Marion Oaks resident, I feel that we are in the need of a good gym. The closest one is way over on College Road. A Cotsco would be of great help besides the Walmart Supercenter that is coming soon and the Publix. Also, a Lowes or Home Depot...
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Paddock Mall food court restaurant fined for July health inspection failure over rodents
An Ocala mall food court restaurant that was temporarily closed in July after health inspectors discovered dead rodents on the premises has been formally fined for the violation. Pei Wei Express, located inside the Paddock Mall food court at 3100 SW College Road, was issued a $400 fine by the...
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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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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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Ocala homebuilder acquires home improvement company
OCALA, Fla. (WCJB) - A homebuilder from Ocala is expanding its company. Design and construction company Wilmek has acquired exterior home improvement company Oswald, according to a press release issued Wednesday. Both businesses are based in Ocala. Oswald designs, fabricates and installs aluminum structures such as screen rooms, patio covers...