Sheltering Hands Inc. hosted its 1st Annual Paddle Auction at Water Oak Country Club, drawing more than 125 attendees and raising nearly $6,000 to support its cat rescue programs. Proceeds will strengthen vital services, including Trap-Neuter-Return initiatives, low-cost spay/neuter surgeries, and adoption programs like Love for a Lifetime, which pairs senior cats with senior companions. The success of the event highlights the community’s commitment to animal welfare and ensures more cats find care, treatment, and forever homes.
The Alzheimer’s Association is bringing the community together for Catch the Purple Wave, a pep rally set for Wednesday, August 27 at 5:30 p.m. in Ocala. The event offers a first look at this year’s walk, opportunities to get involved, and a chance to connect with others dedicated to ending Alzheimer’s. Attendees are encouraged to wear purple and show their support in the fight against this devastating disease.
A vehicle collision between a sedan and a motorcycle during the early morning hours on, Aug. 23, 2025, would lead to a fatality as the result of the incident.
The Ocala/Marion County Visitors and Convention Bureau’s third quarter report highlights record-setting media exposure, with national features like Southern Living delivering more than 160 million impressions and over $1.4 million in value.
The Marion County Litter Task Force awarded Miguel Sanchez the Community Impact Award for his leadership in keeping Marion Oaks clean and beautiful. Miguel founded the Marion Oaks Community Beautification Crew, organizes monthly cleanups, and partners with local schools to involve students in community service.
The Marion County Veterans Memorial Park has renamed its cross program to “Remember & Honor” to pay tribute to fallen service members. Families can purchase personalized crosses displayed around Memorial Day and Veterans Day each year.
The City of Belleview will host its annual Freedom Walk on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at 6 p.m. at the Belleview Community Center. The event honors the lives lost on September 11, 2001, while recognizing the courage of first responders, military members, and all who serve to protect our freedoms. Community members are invited to join in reflection, remembrance, and unity as the evening concludes with a walk through Lake Lillian Park.
The unofficial results for the Lake County Municipal Election for the City of Groveland District 4 have been posted.
BELLEVIEW, FL (352 Today) — The City of Belleview is pleased to announce the […]
Ocala Civic Theatre opens its 75th anniversary season with the magical musical Into the Woods, live on stage September 11-28. This enchanting production weaves together the wishes, journeys, and consequences of beloved fairytale characters as they venture into the forest in search of their heart’s desires. With spellbinding music, unforgettable twists, and a reminder to “be careful what you wish for,” this storybook adventure is one you won’t want to miss.