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From breakfast favorite to elevated event catering: Scrambles Café Introduces The Crafted Table

OCALA, FL (352today.com) – A memorable gathering deserves more than just a meal. Whether it’s an intimate weekend brunch, a corporate luncheon, a family celebration or an upscale special event, the right food can turn an ordinary occasion into something guests will remember. That’s the thinking behind The...

Ocala, FL · 2d
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Brevard County mother concerned about rental property after flooding

MELBOURNE, Fla. — As clean-up continues across Central Florida from last week’s deadly flooding, many renters with damage across Central Florida are wondering what’s next. A rental property in Melbourne was having ground work done, but recent rains made the property unsafe for the family living there,...

Brevard County, FL · 2d
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Horse Farms Forever’s 2026 Conservation Summit draws community together to protect Ocala’s horse country and Florida’s working lands

OCALA, FL (352Today.com) – On November 12, 2026, at Circle Square Cultural Center in Ocala, hundreds gathered for Horse Farms Forever’s seventh annual Conservation Summit. The theme was “The Great Florida Cattle Drive: Lessons for Protecting Farms, Ranches, and the Florida Wildlife Corridor” – centered on a straightforward idea: Marion County’s identity as the Horse Capital of the World depends on the land that sustains it.

Ocala, FL · 2d
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Umatilla man accused of threatening woman with handgun, damaging her car

A Umatilla man was arrested Wednesday after a woman reported that he threatened to kill her while armed with a handgun, according to a Lake County Sheriff's Office arrest affidavit. Justin David Ares, 32, faces a charge of aggravated assault with a firearm without intent to kill in a domestic...

Umatilla, FL · 2d
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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.

Ocala, FL · 2d

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Dragon boats make first appearance at Eastport during inaugural races

Dragon Boats made their inaugural appearance at Eastport in The Villages on Saturday morning, as hundreds of Villagers helped ring in the first races at Central Lake. The first Dragon Boat Rodeo at Eastport drew hundreds of paddlers and spectators to The Villages’ newest town square on Saturday, Nov. 14.

The Villages, FL · 23h

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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.

Ocala, FL · 1d

The Coconut Mama

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Florida bottled water plant to close, cutting 57 jobs by year-end

Niagara Bottling plans to permanently close its water-bottling plant in Ocala, Florida, on December 31, eliminating the facility’s 57 remaining jobs. The decision follows another Niagara bottled-water plant closure in…

Ocala, FL · 2d

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Student expulsion numbers ‘standard’ for this time of year, say Marion County Schools officials

In early October, Marion County announced that 23 students were expelled from its schools in the first month of classes. Since then, 14 more students have been expelled. And while that may sound like a lot, School Board Chair Sarah James offered some context to the number. “It is standard...

Marion County, FL · 2d

WFTV Channel 9 Orlando

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Workers were cutting pressurized water main before fatal rupture in The Villages, report says

Emergency crews recovered a worker's body after a water main burst during construction in The Villages on November 10.

The Villages, FL · 2d

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Driver with suspended license jailed after driving unregistered Lincoln Town Car

A 43-year-old Lady Lake man was arrested early Saturday morning after police discovered he was driving an unregistered vehicle with a suspended license. At approximately 12:50 a.m. on Nov. 7, a Lady Lake Police Department corporal observed a silver Lincoln Town Car traveling southbound on U.S. Hwy. 27/441. A routine check of the vehicle’s license plate revealed that the tag had been replaced and was actually registered to a 2009 white Hyundai Sonata.

Lady Lake, FL · 2d

Daytona Beach News-Journal

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El Niño could mean higher chance of tornadoes in Volusia, Flagler

A tornado outbreak is not something Central Florida residents see very often, which is why most remember the ones that tore through the area in the winter of 1998. Osceola, Orange, Seminole and Volusia counties saw F2 and F3 tornadoes that lead to a few dozen fatalities across the area in February of that year. One of those fatalities was recorded in Volusia County near DeLand. Part of the reason for that event was an unusually strong El Niño, putting Florida on the path of severe weather patterns that typically dodge the Sunshine State. With another strong El Niño forecast for this winter, is there a chance that Central Florida, including Volusia and Flagler counties, will see a similar event? 1998 tornadoes: Though uncommon, some Florida tornadoes have proven deadly. Here are a few. Here’s what meteorologists are saying. What is a strong El Niño and how does it change Florida’s winter weather? Florida’s dry season, which runs between November and April, results when the subtropical jet stream typically moves above the Sunshine State as it moves from west to east. “The jet stream is a fast-moving channel of air further aloft in the atmosphere, and that jet stream increases

Volusia County, FL · 2d

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The Parking Patrol should be disbanded

Why is it necessary to publish information and photos of individuals’ parking errors? There is no official Parking Patrol within any department in The Villages. Apparently, the members of the Parking Patrol perceive that what they are doing benefits good order in The Villages. Actually, the members of the Parking Patrol are more than likely a group of individuals who choose to squander their time—and in some cases, the little time they have left in their lives—stirring up dissension among others.

The Villages, FL · 2d

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Here’s a refresher course on the rules at the pools in The Villages

The Recreation & Parks Department strives to make the pools safe for everyone’s use and enjoyment in The Villages. All eligible residents and their guests with valid Guest ID Cards are asked to refrain from:. Having glass containers inside any pool area. Throwing or tossing any objects/toys on pool...

The Villages, FL · 2d

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Villagers donate ‘blessing baskets’ to help Wildwood families celebrate Thanksgiving

Residents in the Village of Richmond donated 27 complete Thanksgiving blessing baskets to support local families in need through the Wildwood Police Department’s annual outreach campaign. The annual holiday food drive, which wrapped up its collection window on Sunday, Nov. 1, is organized by the Wildwood Police Department (WPD)...

Wildwood, FL · 1d

Daily Commercial

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Tacos & Tequila Cantina opens in The Villages' Eastport

The company that launched the Hooters brand has brought its latest Tex-Mex venture to Central Florida. HMC Hospitality Group opened the doors to Tacos & Tequila Cantina on Nov. 12 at 6994 Eastport Drive in The Villages. The launch marks a major milestone in an ongoing expansion effort. .oembed-frame { width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0; border: 0; } In 2025, HMC Hospitality Group signed a licensing deal with the cantina to develop new locations across Pasco, Pinellas and Hillsborough counties, as well as The Villages. The new Eastport Drive restaurant represents the brand's sixth Florida location and its first in Central Florida. How spacious is Tacos & Tequila? The expansive new bar and eatery is designed to accommodate 194 guests, featuring seating for 105 indoors and 89 on an outdoor patio. Is it dog-friendly? Well-behaved dogs are allowed in the outdoor seating areas, and servers frequently provide water bowls for visiting pets. How many people have been hired? The Villages' newly opened Tacos & Tequila is bringing 70 new jobs to the area. Chef-inspired flavors and a festive atmosphere Expect an environment that caters to Villagers' appetites for distinctive (but not-too-out-there) food and refreshing margaritas. The restaurant features a

The Villages, FL · 1d

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Lake County, Florida, Mission BBQ Passes Re-inspection After Routine Visit Found Seven Violations

Seven violations — one of them high priority — were cited against Mission BBQ in Lake County during a routine state inspection on Nov. 5, according to the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation. The visit at 631 N US Hwy 27/441 in Lady Lake, resulted in a warning and a required follow-up inspection, though none of the problems were considered an immediate threat to the public. Eight days later, on Nov. 13, inspectors returned, and the restaurant met inspection standards.

Lake County, FL · 1d

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Good Samaritan Medical Center Becomes First Hospital in South and Central Florida to Use Next-Generation Shockwave Coronary Technology

Procedure performed by Dr. Brijeshwar Maini reflects continued investment in advanced cardiac care. November 12th, 2026 – Good Samaritan Medical Center is the first hospital in South and Central Florida to treat a patient using the Shockwave™ C2 Aero Fly Coronary Intravascular Lithotripsy (IVL) Catheter. Dr. Brijeshwar Maini performed the procedure, marking another milestone in the hospital’s continued investment in advanced cardiac care.

Central Florida, FL · 2d

WFTV Channel 9 Orlando

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Coolest air of the season arrived on Saturday before warming returns

Expect warm temperatures through early next week with scattered showers likely as moisture moves into the region.

Sumter County, FL · 1d

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Georgia-Pacific Plans $150M Upgrade at Palatka, Florida, Mill

PALATKA, Fla. — Georgia-Pacific has approved a $150 million modernization project at its Palatka mill, investing in new tissue production technology to strengthen the North Florida facility’s long-term manufacturing capabilities. The project will replace an aging paper machine and improve production of Angel Soft® bath tissue. The investment...

Palatka, FL · 2d