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State inspectors temporarily closed two Ocala restaurants
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 Nov. 2-8, 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 Nov. 2-8 inspections and no violations were found. Archie's , Mobile food
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Dog the Bounty Hunter has made Ocala his new home
Duane Chapman, who is best known as “Dog the Bounty Hunter,” has officially relocated to Ocala, becoming the city’s newest celebrity resident. Ocala Mayor Ben Marciano confirmed Chapman’s residency on Monday, Nov. 9, after hosting the television personality and his wife, Francie Chapman, at his office.
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New 10-acre commercial center, Dollar Tree planned for Ocala intersection
Plans have been filed for a new commercial center spanning more than 10 acres in southwest Marion County, with a Dollar Tree discount store, retail outparcels, and future commercial pads slated for the site. The Freedom Park Commercial & Professional Center is a new, 10.31-acre commercial subdivision that is being...
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Roaches, raw beef on lasagna prompt temporary closure of Ocala pizza restaurant
An Ocala pizzeria was temporarily closed late last week after state health inspectors discovered live roaches, roach egg sacs, and food cross-contamination issues. Pronto Pizza was ordered to temporarily shut down operations at its location within Churchill Square (303 SE 17th Street) in Ocala on Friday, Nov. 6. According to...
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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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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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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...
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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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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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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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Low participation, high costs prompt Ocala to end solar subscription service
The Ocala City Council will consider ending the city’s Community Solar Subscription Program next week following years of low participation and high administrative costs. During its regular meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 17, council members will vote on a resolution to sunset the program, which originally launched in June 2020 through Ocala Electric Utility (OEU).
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Horse Farms Forever leaders hosting 2026 Conservation Summit
OCALA, Fla. (WCJB) - Back for its seventh year, the 2026 conservation summit will return to Ocala. Leaders with Horse Farms Forever hope to inspire the community to get more involved in conservation. The purpose of the summit is for the community to come together to have important conversations about...