Education
10 months ago
Ben Whitehouse tapped as deputy superintendent in Marion County leadership shift

Longtime educator and Forest High alum joins interim superintendent Brewer to lead MCPS through upcoming transition.

Photo of black and white mixed-breed dog wearing a blue harness.
Project Pawsitivity
10 months ago
Meet Axle: A big heart and a too-long stay in the shelter

This handsome boy loves car rides to get coffee – especially if there’s a “pup cup” involved for him

Local
10 months ago
Local horses to watch in the Kentucky Derby: Ocala ties, Toby Keith’s dream, and where to catch the action this Saturday

From Summerfield training grounds to Churchill Downs, local horses with Marion County roots – including the late country star’s colt – are set to shine in this year’s Run for the Roses.

Community
10 months ago
Butterflies take flight in Ocala to honor bereaved mothers this Sunday

The Dandelion Project’s annual Butterfly Release offers healing and hope ahead of Mother’s Day at Good Shepherd Memorial Gardens.

Entertainment
10 months ago
Enjoy those May flowers: Events for May 2-4

Celebrate spring with family-friendly events across North Central Florida May 2–4, from Star Wars fun to blueberry picking, art walks, markets, and more!

A child’s hand rests on a car seat harness, a visual reminder of the importance of checking the back seat—especially on National Heatstroke Prevention Day, May 1.
Local
10 months ago
May 1 is National Heatstroke Prevention Day: A lifesaving reminder for families on the go

With temperatures rising, safety officials urge parents and caregivers to “look before you lock” and help prevent hot car tragedies.

Education
10 months ago
Danielle Brewer officially approved as interim superintendent of Marion County schools

School board vote finalizes leadership transition as Brewer prepares to take full reins in July.

Close-up of piano hammers captured by artist David Kellner, featured in Melodic Metamorphosis at The Brick Gallery in Downtown Ocala.
Entertainment
10 months ago
Melodic Metamorphosis exhibit opens during Ocala’s First Friday Art Walk

Interactive art, music, and poetry blend for a cause at The Brick Gallery.

Local
10 months ago
Parents file lawsuit against Marion school board two years after 10-year-old son’s suicide allegedly tied to teacher’s bullying

Lawsuit claims Legacy Elementary teacher publicly humiliated LJ for months while school officials ignored repeated parent complaints.

Local
10 months ago
CF Hampton Center briefly locked down during nearby police response

All students and staff safe as Ocala Police investigate incident near downtown campus.