The Florida Small Business Development Center encourages residents to shop local and independent to support their hometown economies during Small Business Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025.
Ocala’s Midtown District will welcome The Forge this winter, a nearly three-acre dining and entertainment campus transforming the historic WMOP building into a multi-venue hub featuring restaurants, bars, a brewery and year-round community events.
Light Up Ocala illuminated local businesses, performers and the community during the tree lighting ceremony on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025.
Marion County Public Schools expands partnerships, improves communication and increases community engagement.
As families prepare their holiday feasts, veterinarians are urging pet owners to be cautious, noting that while a few plain Thanksgiving ingredients are safe for dogs, many popular dishes can cause serious–even life-threatening–health issues.
Alachua County is partnering with Frog Song Organics, various local organizations and farmers’ markets to distribute fresh produce to those whose SNAP benefits have been delayed or disrupted.
New bakery concept Night Owl is serving up artisanal bread in downtown Ocala, along with coffee, sandwiches and a cool, welcoming vibe.
Gas prices are up nationwide before the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, and the Ocala area has some of the most expensive fuel in Florida.
The Marion County Planning and Zoning board will consider a special use permit request by a business that would allow them to sell and have on-site consumption, within 1,000 feet of three houses of worship.
Lucas Perez donated diapers, wipes, and baby supplies to the Early Learning Coalition of Marion County.