Sculptor Paul Cunningham’s Prince of Peace Memorial quietly welcomed mid-century travelers with handcrafted dioramas and spiritual serenity before vanishing from the landscape.
From skull lamps to spell jars, Friday night’s funky market mixed the mystical and macabre with live music, food trucks and a whole lot of handcrafted cool.
Jeremy Donye Walker received six years in prison and four years of probation after a last-minute plea to charges including fleeing law enforcement and drug possession.
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help locating 15-year-old Juelz Lee Cotto, accused of stealing a rifle and knife during a May home burglary.
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office responded to a range of incidents this week, including a lottery ticket theft, false police impersonation, drug seizures, and a $13,000 residential burglary investigation.
The Wild West Weekend serves as a tribute to the original Six Gun Territory, which operated in Ocala from 1963 to 1984.
Once hailed as Florida’s answer to the Wild West, Six Gun Territory opened in 1963 just east of Ocala and quickly became one of the state’s most beloved tourist attractions.
The Ocala Downtown Market is more than just a place to shop—it’s where community, culture, and commerce come together every weekend. From handcrafted jewelry and fresh produce to local food favorites like Grandpa’s Grove pretzels and Jerusalem Street Food’s famous pita chips, the market captures the heart of Ocala’s vibrant downtown.
FHP says Ocklawaha driver rear-ended motorcycle near SE 108th Terrace Road; crash under investigation.
Exploring the lost landmarks and attractions that shaped Marion County’s past.
