The Ocala/Marion County Visitors and Convention Bureau (VCB) is closing out the year with two major wins, earning a Silver and Bronze Award at the 2025 VISIT Florida Flager Awards. Recognized for their innovative tradeshow booth and impactful Orlando Moving Billboard Campaign, the VCB continues to shine as a leader in destination marketing.
A Cedar Key sex offender has been sentenced to 30 years in prison.
In honor of Library Card Sign-Up Month all library card holders, can enjoy free adoptions at Marion County Animal Services, clear overdue fines by donating to the shelter, and new members will receive a Pet Rock kit from Kenny’s Place Nursery.
Give4Marion returns Sept. 16-17, bringing together donors, businesses, and nonprofits for two powerful days of giving back. With over 100 organizations participating, every gift – big or small – can help strengthen Marion County’s future.
Outdoor Valor, a faith-based nonprofit, has served over 2,000 veterans with zero reported suicides. At a time when 44 veterans are lost daily to suicide, the organization proves that faith, community, and purpose can truly save lives.
The Humane Society of Marion County is hosting a series of fun filled events this October, including adoption drives, reading sessions for kids, a Howl-O-Ween Pawty and more.
The Professional Fire Fighters of Marion County have teamed up with OcalaBets to host a charity poker tournament on September 11th, benefiting the Embers of Hope camp for young burn survivors.
A Dunnellon, who has been diagnosed in the early stages of dementia, was last seen in the yard of her residence on Aug. 30.
An Archer Man was sentenced to 30 years in prison for murdering his wife.
An Inglis man was sentenced to 35 years in prison for murdering a man in 2024.