Sheltering Hands Inc. hosted its 1st Annual Paddle Auction at Water Oak Country Club, drawing more than 125 attendees and raising nearly $6,000 to support its cat rescue programs. Proceeds will strengthen vital services, including Trap-Neuter-Return initiatives, low-cost spay/neuter surgeries, and adoption programs like Love for a Lifetime, which pairs senior cats with senior companions. The success of the event highlights the community’s commitment to animal welfare and ensures more cats find care, treatment, and forever homes.
The Barbie movie receives live audience engagement during screening at Marion Theatre Girls Night Out: Barbie Movie event.
The Alzheimer’s Association is bringing the community together for Catch the Purple Wave, a pep rally set for Wednesday, August 27 at 5:30 p.m. in Ocala. The event offers a first look at this year’s walk, opportunities to get involved, and a chance to connect with others dedicated to ending Alzheimer’s. Attendees are encouraged to wear purple and show their support in the fight against this devastating disease.
Marion County deputies made multiple arrests in separate cases last week involving drugs, suspended licenses, batteries and illegal weapons, according to the sheriff’s office.
Crime Stoppers of Marion County has released an updated list of fugitives wanted in connection with felony offenses across Ocala and surrounding areas. Six new individuals were added to the “Most Wanted” roster this week.
After surviving a catastrophic crash that left his vehicle crushed between two trees, Marion County resident Max Gagnon reunited this week with the emergency responders and hospital staff who saved his life.
Ocala’s workweek (Aug 25–29) will be warm and humid, featuring repeated chances for afternoon thunderstorms. Prepare for highs near 90 °F each day, with frequent late-day wet weather.
A 35-year-old man died early Saturday following a collision between a motorcycle and a sedan near a busy Ocala intersection. Police are investigating the cause of the crash.
From crime alerts to new dining spots and Ocala’s ties to Hollywood, here are the 10 stories that had residents talking this week.
A vehicle collision between a sedan and a motorcycle during the early morning hours on, Aug. 23, 2025, would lead to a fatality as the result of the incident.