Vintage black car parked outside the historic Ma Barker House in Bradford County, Florida.
Local
4 months ago
DeSantis greenlights $3M+ for Marion County projects: Historic Ma Barker House, clean water in Lowell, and NW 49th upgrades

Governor Ron DeSantis approves key Marion County priorities in the 2025 state budget, delivering millions for heritage preservation, clean drinking water, and safer roads.

Exterior of HCA Florida Ocala Hospital on a sunny day
Local
4 months ago
Marion County approves hospital assessment that helps locals get free care without raising taxes

Commissioners vote 5-0 to renew hospital-only fee that brings millions in Medicaid support for uninsured and low-income Marion County residents.

Kat Cammack stands with business leaders and chamber members during a tax policy roundtable in Ocala.
Business
4 months ago
Kat Cammack joins Ocala business leaders to discuss future of tax policy

As key tax provisions near expiration, Ocala hosts roundtable with U.S. Rep. Kat Cammack to explore how policy decisions impact local economic growth.

Community members seated in a meeting room during a Marion County Planning and Zoning Board public hearing.
Community
4 months ago
Major sports complex could reshape Ocala — but at what cost?

Golden Ocala’s proposed indoor/outdoor venue promises youth programs, tourism, and economic growth while locals raise red flags about traffic, water, and rural character.

Gov. Ron DeSantis smiles while holding signed budget documents surrounded by officials at a ceremony in Wildwood, Florida.
State
4 months ago
DeSantis signs $117.4B state budget in Wildwood, prioritizing tax relief, education, and debt repayment

Governor highlights $2 billion in tax relief, record education funding, historic Everglades investment, and continued debt reduction during Wildwood budget signing.

Group of VITAS Healthcare employees and local leaders standing outside the new Ocala office, cheering during a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Business
4 months ago
VITAS Healthcare celebrates grand opening of new Marion County office

Facility expands compassionate hospice and palliative care for local patients and families.

Partially built wood-frame house under construction on a clear day in Marion County, with lumber and building materials in the foreground.
Local
4 months ago
Marion County aims to protect rural land with smarter growth plan

County leaders look to improve development rules through the Transfer of Development Rights program, balancing farmland preservation with future growth.

Group of officials with shovels at Marion County Airport X35 groundbreaking ceremony for new taxiway project.
Local
4 months ago
Marion County breaks ground on new taxiway at Airport X35 to boost safety and growth

FAA and FDOT fund 98% of Taxiway A project at Marion County Airport, enhancing aviation infrastructure and supporting local economic development

Generator Supercenter service van parked in front of Ocala showroom.
Business
4 months ago
Generator Supercenter celebrates grand opening of new Ocala showroom June 25

Nation’s largest Generac dealer brings expert backup power solutions and exclusive discounts to Ocala with ribbon-cutting event, tours, and limited-time offer.

Magnolia Soap and Bath Company logo and business hours shown on the glass storefront window at Gaitway Plaza in Ocala.
Business
4 months ago
Magnolia Soap and Bath brings plant-based charm to Ocala with grand opening at Gaitway Plaza

New family-owned store offers handmade, vegan self-care products and launches charity partnership program ‘Hope in the Soap’.

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