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State
2 weeks ago
New Report Calls Florida One of the States with the Most Financially Distressed Residents

A recent study found that Florida is among the top three most financially distressed states in the country.

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Entertainment
3 weeks ago
Applications Now Open for Ocala’s First Friday Art Walk 2026-2027 Season

The City of Ocala is now accepting applications for the entirety of First Friday Art Walk’s upcoming season, which begins Oct. 2.

Business
3 weeks ago
Beyond Able Apparel Ocala: Creating Jobs and Pride for People with Disabilities

Brenda Pullara’s new nonprofit is empowering differently abled local teens through custom apparel production in Marion County.

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Food & Drink
3 weeks ago
New Wolfy’s Reopens in East Ocala with Renovated Space, New Menu and Familiar Hospitality

One of Ocala’s most recognizable restaurants has reopened under new ownership.

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Business
4 weeks ago
Ocala City Council Approves Rezoning for Bitting’s Pharmacy Property on SE 17th Street

The rezoning in Ocala was recommended by staff, allows for expanded retail uses and is consistent with the property’s future land use designation.

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Business
4 weeks ago
WEC Ocala’s Equestrian Hotel Named Among Best Resorts in Florida by Travel + Leisure Readers

The World Equestrian Center’s flagship luxury hotel at its Ocala complex has been singled out for praise by travelers.

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Community
4 weeks ago
Agenda for July 7 Ocala City Council Meeting Includes Booze Sales, Rezoning Request

The agenda for this week’s Ocala City Council meeting has been released and includes several items of interest to the public.

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Business
4 weeks ago
Here Are Some of the New Businesses that Opened in the 352 in June 2026

Coffee, grocery and restaurant brands are all among the businesses to open their doors in the North Central Florida area in June.

The exterior of a pub with grey, concrete walls sits at the corner of a street. The front of the building has a black awning above a door on the left and two windows to the right. Chair line the wall under the windows on the right. A sign toward the top of the building reads, "The Black Sheep" and a smaller sign to the right of the door reads "128." In front of the building is a planter with green plants filling the entirety of the planter with a tree toward the right and a light pole reaching up through the tree.
Food & Drink
1 month ago
Black Sheep on Broadway: Woman-Owned Ocala Gastropub Thrives Amid Economic Challenges with Inclusive Events and Smart Specials

The Downtown Ocala restaurant started with a barroom focus in 2019 but now boasts a full menu and multiple weekly events.

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Food & Drink
1 month ago
The Lodge Ocala Forced to Close After City Declares Building Unsafe

The downtown Ocala favorite has reportedly been deemed unsafe for occupancy.