Community
18 hours ago
Poet with Global Reach, Local Roots to Debut New Book in Ocala Dec. 23

Poet, author and “freedom worker” Dr. Jaiya John, PhD, has family in Ocala, and has chosen the location to debut his new book on Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2025.

Community
20 hours ago
Marion County HCA Hospitals Support Interfaith Emergency Services

Employees of HCA Florida Ocala Hospital and HCA Florida West Marion Hospital showed up for Interfaith Emergency Services this month for days of community service.

Marion County Public Schools sign displaying logo and motto, "Helping Every Student Succeed," against a clear blue sky.
Education
4 days ago
Marion County Public School Board Receives Breakdown on Threat Management Metrics

Assessing student behavior, and the importance of threat management practices, can make a significant different in safety and student support among Marion County public schools.

Crime & Safety
4 days ago
More Charges for Accused Marion Rapist After Third Victim Comes Forward

An additional victim comes forward after seeing a social media post about a man who had been charged with multiple rapes.

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Education
4 days ago
Marion County School Board Hears Update on Internal Audit from Outside Consultant

An audit firm presented the Marion County Public School Board with an update in a number of areas including planning, design and construction.

Entertainment
5 days ago
College of Central Florida’s Webber Gallery to Host ‘Manifest’ Exhibition Starting in Jan.

Two visual artists (and longtime friends) from Georgia will be displaying their works at Ocala’s Webber Gallery Jan. 7-March 5, 2026.

Community
5 days ago
Lake County Invites Community to Help Shape Comprehensive Plan in January Meetings

Lake County is calling for community input to help update its 2050 Comprehensive Plan, with three public meetings scheduled for January 2026.

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Community
6 days ago
Marion Commissioners Get Update on Belleview Health Department Project

The Belleview Health Department may be getting a facelift in the near future, increasing its size to keep up with the region’s growth and offer additional services.

Business
6 days ago
City of Belleview Expands Partnership with Chamber & Economic Partnership for 2026

The City of Belleview has agreed to expand its partnership with Belleview Chamber & Economic Partnership in the coming year.

Community
6 days ago
Florida Chamber of Commerce CEO Discusses “Florida’s Future Economy” at CEP Breakfast

Florida Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Mark Wilson came to Ocala’s Reilly Center to discuss how to best take advantage of coming economic opportunities in Marion County on Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025.

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