Sports
9 months ago
Florida’s Clayton delivers again to outduel Auburn’s Broome in Final Four matchup of All-Americans

Florida will face top-seeded Houston in the national championship game Monday night at 9:20 p.m. on CBS.

Local
9 months ago
Raise a glass, Ocala: Celebrate National Beer Day tomorrow with perfect local pairings

From frosty pints to seafood and pizza, local favorites Shuckin’ Shack and Mellow Mushroom serve up brews worth toasting.

Artist Patricia Teal offered a variety of paintings downtown during First Friday Art Walk in Ocala, FL on Friday, April 4, 2025.
Entertainment
9 months ago
ICYMI: Downtown Ocala bursts with color and fun at First Friday Art Walk | PHOTOS

Families enjoy art, music, and kid-friendly entertainment during lively monthly event through May.

A close-up of ripe peaches evokes the magical fruit at the heart of James and the Giant Peach, a youth theater production running April 11–13 at the Mary Sue Rich Community Center in Ocala, Fla.
Entertainment
9 months ago
James and the Giant Peach rolls into Ocala for a magical family adventure

The Academy at Ocala Civic Theatre presents a youth production full of whimsy, wonder, and larger-than-life fun April 11–13.

Boaters prepare for a day on the water at Bird Creek Park boat ramp in Yankeetown, FL, commonly known as the “End of the Road,” where County Road 40 meets the Gulf. Lawmakers are considering renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America.
Local
9 months ago
​Yankeetown’s ‘End of the Road’ may soon lead to the Gulf of America

If passed by the Senate, state maps and schoolbooks will begin calling it the Gulf of America starting July 1.

Local
9 months ago
Firefighters contain Belleview structure fire that spread to nearby woods

No injuries reported as crews work to control flames and prevent further damage.

Community
9 months ago
Belleview parks go smoke-free to protect kids and fresh air

New city policy bans smoking and vaping in all public parks to create cleaner, safer spaces for families.

Community
9 months ago
Marion County is growing fast: Here’s how it could impact your daily life

From school crowding to traffic near the soccer fields, county leaders are planning now for a future that hits close to home.

An insurance adjuster reviews a personal accident claim form next to a damaged vehicle following a collision. In Florida, drivers must carry Personal Injury Protection (PIP) and Property Damage Liability (PDL) coverage under the state’s no-fault insurance laws.
Angie Lewis
9 months ago
Understanding insurance in Florida: 8 things new (and native) Ocala residents need to know

From no-fault auto insurance laws to hurricane coverage, Angie Lewis State Farm breaks down what first-time Florida policyholders really need to know.

Sports
9 months ago
Harman powers Patriots with two homers in 11-7 win over Hillsborough

CF slugger closes in on home run record as Patriots take game one of Citrus Conference series.