Community
1 year ago
WEEKEND TOP PICKS: Music, markets, making art, and more around North Central Florida

Discover your weekend plans with our top picks of local events, including free and family-friendly options.

Woman aiming a bow at a virtual archery target at the North Central Florida Outdoor Expo.
Business
1 year ago
From archery to Zebco, the 2024 North Central Florida Outdoor Expo had something for everyone

More than 150 vendors showcased their products and services at the expo. Organizers are already planning for next year’s event.

Local
1 year ago
Raising funds and hope for Marion County Fire Rescue employee battling cancer

A country music concert at Orange Blossom Opry over the weekend raised money for Angela Knight, a 25-year veteran of Marion County Fire Rescue. She was recently diagnosed of Stage 4 bone cancer.

Community
1 year ago
Lincoln Yard Park in Gainesville combines healthy activity and history | PHOTOS

In addition to a walking trail and fitness equipment, biographical signs pay homage to notable Lincoln Estates residents.

Community
1 year ago
WEEKEND TOP PICKS: North Central Florida events for the sporty, spooky, salty, or sweet

This weekend’s events include an outdoor expo with over 170 vendors, a Jimmy Buffet tribute, and a food truck festival full of local favorites.

Photo of Angela Knight a longtime employee of Marion County Fire Rescue who is battling Stage 4 bone cancer.
Entertainment
1 year ago
Country music concert to benefit longtime Marion County Fire Rescue employee’s cancer battle

Grammy-nominated country singer John Berry will perform this Saturday at the Orange Blossom Opry to help Marion County Fire Rescue employee Angela Knight who was recently diagnosed with Stage 4 bone cancer.

The image is a rendering of the new library entrance as part of the expansion.
Community
1 year ago
Lady Lake Library receives a $1 million grant for massive expansion project | VIDEO

The money is coming from the Lake County Library Impact Fee. See renderings and a virtual tour of the library’s expansion.

Community
1 year ago
YOUR FIRST DAY PHOTOS: Back-to-School 2024

To celebrate the start of the school year, we’re inviting you to share photos of your children heading off to school.

Community
1 year ago
Ocala calls for artists to create new mural for the downtown ground storage tank

The tank is located at the intersection of the Southeast Third Avenue and Southeast Fifth Street.

Visitors enjoy the booths and displays at the NCFL Outdoor Expo at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala.
Community
1 year ago
6th annual North Central Florida Outdoor Expo takes place indoors at WEC this Saturday

Thousands of outdoor enthusiasts will attend the North Central Florida Outdoor Expo this Saturday, Aug. 17, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for a day filled with everything for camping, fishing, hunting and more.