Weather Updates
4 weeks ago
352 WEEKEND WEATHER NOV. 28-30: Bright, brisk and breezy

OCALA, FL (352today.com) – After Wednesday night’s surprise precipitation, we’re in for some gorgeous […]

Pictured from left to right: Jamie Ledford, clinical professional development educator, HCA Florida Ocala Hospital; Laniyah Baker, Abigail Haigh, and Gracie Phillips, all seniors at North Marion High School who participate in the HOSA-Future Health Professionals program; Richard Rivera, assistant chief nursing officer, HCA Florida Ocala Hospital.
Education
4 weeks ago
Marion HCA Hospitals Celebrate First Year for Career Pathways to a Healthier Florida Program

HCA Florida Ocala Hospital and HCA Florida West Marion Hospital are celebrating a successful first year of a three-year grant program by congratulating hundreds of local high school students for learning more about healthcare, including pursuing potential careers in the field.  

A Christmas train decoration carrying tree and gift decorations stands in a large plaza with other Christmas decorations in the background. In the foreground is a graphic with a green border that reads, "Winter Wonderland | Holiday Train | Tree Lighting | Movie Night. WEEKEND TOP PICKS. Events Coming this Weekend."
Entertainment
4 weeks ago
352 WEEKEND TOP PICKS: Christmas Concerts, Holiday Movies and Lights, Lights, Lights

This weekend is full of seasonal festivities with holiday light shows, a Christmas concert, a tree lighting ceremony and more.

Community
4 weeks ago
Marion County Proclaims Dec. 1 to be Rosa Parks Day

Seventy years after her revolutionary act of courage, The Marion County Board of County Commissioners has proclaimed Dec. 1 to be Rosa Parks Day.

Sports
4 weeks ago
Snook Fishing Season Ends Dec. 1 on Florida’s West Coast

It will become illegal to keep even a single snook caught on Florida’s east coast between Dec. 1 and the end of February.

Community
4 weeks ago
Gainesville Cold Night Shelter Program Activating Thanksgiving Night

Gainesville will activate its Cold Night Shelter Program Nov. 27 & 28, 2025.

A warm holiday scene with a steaming simmer pot filled with sliced oranges, cinnamon sticks, and star anise on a wooden surface, surrounded by spices, a lit tealight candle, and a ladle, with a banner reading “A Fresh Twist of Holiday Warmth.”
Holiday Guide
4 weeks ago
A Little Piece of Sunshine: Why Citrus Still Finds a Place at the Holiday Table

A longstanding holiday tradition, fresh citrus continues to brighten Thanksgiving and Christmas celebrations with its historic symbolism, seasonal flavor and simple, nostalgic charm.

Marion County Growth Services building exterior with department names listed on facade.
Community
4 weeks ago
Marion County Planning and Zoning Approves Recommendation for 72-Home Development

The Marion County Planning and Zoning Board approved recommendations for a small-scale land use from low residential to medium residential and a zoning request from general agriculture to planned unit development at their meeting on Nov. 24.

Crime & Safety
4 weeks ago
Four Marion County Fire and Rescue First Responders Arrested for Assaulting Colleague

The Marion County Sheriff’s Office arrested four Marion County Fire and Rescue first responders for their role in the assault of a professional colleague. All four have been terminated.

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Holiday Guide
4 weeks ago
Marion Oaks Hosts Holiday Extravaganza for a Festive Start to the Season

Marion Oaks hosts the Annual Holiday Extravaganza to light up the community in a festive display of lights and Christmas decorations.

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