Penn State frat pledges were made to cut and bag cocaine for college drug ring, authorities say
Penn State fraternity pledges were made to cut and package cocaine for a drug ring that was run out of two off-campus frat houses, authorities said.
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Marion County Just Hit Pause on a Kratom Ban — Here’s Why
Commissioners agreed to wait on federal action targeting synthetic products after public speakers and staff warned that a blanket local ordinance could unfairly punish traditional leaf users and responsible businesses.
Frank Beard, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame drummer of boogie-rock trio ZZ Top, dies at 77
Frank Beard, the drummer for the Texas boogie-rock trio ZZ Top who kept the tempo for the band’s biggest hits like “Sharp Dressed Man,” “Legs” and “Gimme All Your Lovin,'” has died. He was 77.
Small Plane Crashes Near Micanopy, No Major Injuries Reported
Both occupants of the single-engine plane are reportedly safe.
New Report Says Florida Has the Sixth-Fastest Internet in the Nation
While Florida wasn’t among the states that gained the most speed over the past year, the state still has some of the fastest median broadband transmission rates in America.
39-Year-Old Marion County Man Arrested for Traveling to Sexually Batter a Minor
Jamner allegedly met the 15-year-old victim at an Ocala Goodwill.
LIV Golf to end season early and cancel the Michigan team event
LIV Golf is ending its season one week earlier than planned, announcing Monday it will not hold the team championship in Michigan next week and instead crown the team champion this week 20 miles north of Indianapolis.
Pumpkin Spice Season Arrives (Early?) in the 352
Pumpkin spice season is arriving early in the North Central Florida region, with Dunkin’ bringing back its fall menu Aug. 19 and Starbucks following Aug. 25 with the return of the Pumpkin Spice Latte and several new seasonal drinks.
The best fabric for extreme heat? It’s more complicated than you think
When it’s really hot out, getting dressed seems pretty simple: Wear something light, loose and made for summer. But textile researchers say it’s actually a little more complicated than that.
Serena and Venus Williams return to doubles and lose close match in Cincinnati
Serena and Venus Williams played their first doubles match together since the 2022 U.S. Open and lost a thriller, 2-6, 6-1 (10-8) to Marta Kostyuk and Peyton Stearns on Monday night at the Cincinnati Open.