Ocala City Council unanimously approved a request for a transmittal to the Florida Department of Commerce in relation to a text amendment to the future land use element of the comprehensive plan.
The Marion County Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved zoning changes for the Martingale subdivision, increasing both residential units and commercial space.
The Ocala Polo Club’s Polo-Ween returns to the Florida Horse Park on Oct. 25, 2025.
The Florida Farm Bureau has recognized Rep. J.J. Grow, whose district includes part of Marion County, as one of its legislators of the year.
The Marion County Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved a special use permit allowing for an outdoor community flea market and other events at an American Legion Post.
Adam Eugene Davis, 36, of Dunnellon, was arrested on six felony counts on Oct. 16, 2025, by the Marion County Sheriff’s Office.
Concepts for how to use facilities on the north side of Marion County, particularly the four elementary schools, were discussed at a Marion County Public School Board administrative briefing and work session on Oct. 16, 2025.
Kittleson and Associates presented a draft of the Ocala/Marion County Active Transportation plan at the Ocala/Marion County Transportation and Planning Organization’s Technical Advisory Committee Meeting.
Marion County residents voiced their concern regarding the possible merger of the Fordham Early Learning Academy with Reddick Collier Elementary School.
Ocala City Manager Pete Lee delivered the State of the City Address on Oct. 15 during the Ocala Metro CEP’s ExCEPtional Mornings at the Reilly Arts Center.