As the first half of 2025 ends, here's a look at some of the new restaurants/businesses/developments that opened or were approved/announced for later.

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Police in Ocala said a former nonprofit executive director has been arrested for organized fraud and grand theft.

Dollar bills on the walls, gators on the menu, sunsets in your face — here are 16 Old Florida-style restaurants worth the ...

Former Florida Gators staff and players contributed to the Oklahoma City Thunder's NBA Championship win. With the Oklahoma City Thunder winning the NBA championship on June 22, two more former ...

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is aiming to pave an airstrip in the middle of Ocala National Forest and is facing objections from neighbors.

Former Florida Gators quarterback Lawrence Wright IV has announced his commitment to the Florida A&M Rattlers, an HBCU FCS powerhouse.

Former Florida QB Commits to FCS Powerhouse originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Lawrence Wright IV is headed to Florida A&M. The quarterback announced his commitment with a graphic that shows ...

Open Arms Village is a nonprofit that offers temporary shelter and services to homeless people in Marion County.