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Tim Tebow interacts with Sailors on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) during a visit to the ship.
Business
5 months ago
University of Florida Football Legend Tim Tebow to Appear at Ocala Walmart Grand Opening

Florida college football legend Tim Tebow will be in Ocala next Wednesday for the grand opening of a new Walmart Neighborhood Market.

Marion County Public Schools sign with slogan "Helping Every Student Succeed" against a blue sky.
Education
5 months ago
Marion County Public Schools Recognized by Magnet Schools of America

Eight Marion County public schools have been recognized by the national organization Magnet Schools of America.

performers swordfight at hoggetowne medieval faire in gainesville
Entertainment
5 months ago
Hoggetowne Medieval Faire Returns to Gainesville for One Weekend Only Jan. 24 & 25

Alachua County Ren Faire fans only get one weekend of downtown Gainesville’s Hoggetown Medieval Faire this year, on Jan. 24 & 25.

A bright, yellow floor stands over a patch of dead grass with green leaves protruding from its stem.
Entertainment
5 months ago
The Laly Acres Nursery Market in Ocala is Back for Another Year of Shopping

Laly Acres Nursery is hosting its first monthly Last Saturday of the Month Vendor Market and Plant Sale of the new year with new and repeat vendors.

Weather Updates
5 months ago
352 WEEKEND WEATHER JAN. 23-25: Warm Days with a Chance of Rain on Sunday

According to the National Weather Service, the Marion County region will see a nice weekend and not experience any fallout from the storm buffeting the rest of the country until Monday night’s cold front.

People walk and gather in a shaded outdoor shopping and dining area. Signs above indicate locations such as "Paradise Ballroom," "Rest Rooms," "Snack Shop," "Springside Café," and "Discovery Center." A food cart selling pretzels is positioned along the walkway, and some visitors are seated at tables near storefronts. The area is surrounded by green grass and trees. Green and white text inside a box reads, "Truck and Tractor Pull | Chili Challenge | Chalk Walk | Pack Walk. WEEKEND TOP PICKS. Events Coming this Weekend."
Entertainment
5 months ago
352 WEEKEND TOP PICKS JAN. 23-25: Markets, Chili and Walks

This weekend is host to lively outdoor activities for high-energy fun during the cooler season.

A vendor smiles while arranging plants at a flower market, one of many garden-themed displays expected at Ocala’s Big Bloom Home & Garden Show.
Entertainment
5 months ago
Ocala Home & Garden Show Returns to World Equestrian Center this Weekend

Now in its fifth year, the Ocala Home & Garden Show returns to the World Equestrian Center’s Expo Center 1 Jan. 24-25, 2026.

screenshot from security video showing juveniles burglarizing a business
Crime & Safety
5 months ago
Lady Lake Police Arrest Teens in Multiple Burglaries

Multiple teens were detained and ultimately arrested by Lady Lake police on Jan. 20 and charged with two commercial burglaries and an attempted vehicle break-in.

Entertainment
5 months ago
Social Media Post Hints McIntosh 1890s Festival May Be Revived Under New Management

The Friends of McIntosh announced on Wednesday that the McIntosh 1890s Festival may be revived under new stewardship.

a crew works on installing fiber optic cable
Local
5 months ago
Ocala City Council Provided with Update on the Ocala Fiber Network

Uptown Services’ update on the Ocala Fiber Network demonstrated that the broadband provided by the city is competitive and an exceptional choice.

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