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A brown sign reads, "Florida's Silver Springs" in bold white letters with trees surrounding it. A graphic in the foreground features a transparent brown box with a green border. Green and white text is in the center reading, "Oddities | Charity Car Shows | Sculptures | Art Festival. WEEKEND TOP PICKS. Events Coming this Weekend."
Entertainment
4 months ago
352 WEEKEND TOP PICKS FEB. 20-22: Oddities, Charities and More

This weekend features a market, charity car shows, a sculpture stroll and more for those looking for a lively weekend.

Front view of the Marion County Board of County Commissioners building in Ocala, Florida
Community
4 months ago
Marion County Commission Holds Public Hearing on Concerts at World Equestrian Center

The first of two public hearings regarding a developer amendment agreement between Marion County and the owners, including the World Equestrian Center was held Feb. 18, 2026, with the board taking no action and hearing only public comment.

fire station groundbreaking in ocala
Community
4 months ago
Ocala Fire Rescue Breaks Ground on Station #8 in Ocala’s Northwest Corridor

Local luminaries gathered for the ceremonial groundbreaking for the forthcoming Ocala Fire Rescue Station #8.

Live Fire Chefs isn't just a gourmet meal, it's also a feast for the eyes
Native Advertising
4 months ago
From Fire to Flavor: How Live Fire Chefs Transforms Every Meal in Ocala

Live Fire Chefs brings a unique dining experience to Ocala, blending fire-kissed flavors with chef-driven creativity. Here’s why this local favorite is a must-visit for food lovers.

Detour and road closed signs in front of construction fencing near a school zone in Ocala.
Crime & Safety
4 months ago
Overnight Collision on Northbound I-75 Involves Four Tractor Trailers, One Driver Hospitalized

Northbound I-74 was closed for several hours overnight after a collision involving multiple semis occurred just north of the CR 484 exit.

Traffic alert
Crime & Safety
4 months ago
TRAFFIC ALERT: Accident with Road Blockage on SW 66th Street in Ocala

FHP reports a crash is blocking the roadway at 2540 SW 66th St. in Ocala.

A large, orange, diamond-shaped sign with white supports reads, "Road Closed Ahead." To the right of it is a paved sidewalk leading to a construction site in the background and right has a road with a coffee shop on the corner of the road.
Crime & Safety
4 months ago
TRAFFIC ALERT: Lane Closures to Begin on State Road 26 at Hatchet Creek Bridge in Alachua County

Motorists can expect lane closures along SR 26 at Hatchet Creek Bridge on Feb. 19, then intermittently for several weeks.

Shan’Tayia Brenae Edwards
Crime & Safety
4 months ago
Woman Brought Back to Marion County to Face Aggravated Animal Cruelty Charges

Shan’Tayia Brenae Edwards was extradited from Georgia back to Marion County to face animal cruelty charges stemming from a late 2025 investigation.

a young boy plays with a goat at the soutneastern youth fair in marion county
Local
4 months ago
Marion County Commissioners Kick Off 86th Southeastern Youth Fair with Proclamation

The Marion County Board of County Commissioners issued a proclamation celebrating the Southeastern Youth Fair, which kicks off Feb. 19

Dr. Danielle Brewer interim superintendent for marion county public schools
Education
4 months ago
Marion County Schools Interim Superintendent Delivers State of the Schools Address

MCPS Interim Superintendent Dr. Danielle Brewer gave a revealing presentation on the Marion County school system at an Ocala MetroCEP event on Feb. 18.

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