This year, the drive collected over 30,490 pounds of food and $20,550 in donations, ensuring local food banks are well-stocked for the holiday season.
Community
1 year ago
Bring the Harvest Home food drive breaks records with generous community support

Marion County’s annual food drive collects over $50,000 in donations and food, benefiting local charities and families in need.

Community
1 year ago
Annual Belleview Christmas Parade set for Sunday

Road closures, detours, and viewing areas announced for the Belleview Christmas Parade on December 8.

Visitors window shop during First Friday Art Walk.
Community
1 year ago
ICYMI: Festive First Friday Art Walk lights up Downtown Ocala | PHOTOS

Downtown Ocala’s First Friday Art Walk features live music, local artists, and festive holiday vibes.

Red bags cover parking meters in downtown Ocala, signaling free parking for residents and visitors through Jan. 2 as part of the city’s holiday season celebration.
Community
1 year ago
Downtown Ocala offers free holiday parking through Jan. 2

The City of Ocala offers free metered parking downtown through Jan. 2 to support holiday shopping and festivities.

Community
1 year ago
Light Up Lake Lillian: Free family holiday festival returns Dec. 7

This community celebration offers live performances, Santa meet & greet, and festive activities the whole family can enjoy.

Business
1 year ago
Ocala Metro Catalyst Fund awarded $300K grant to boost community development

The $300,000 grant will boost access to capital, entrepreneurship, and community development in underserved Ocala Metro areas.

Community
1 year ago
Appleton Museum hosts annual Holiday Community Day on Free First Saturday

Celebrate the season with free admission, festive activities, and holiday displays at the Appleton Museum’s Holiday Community Day.

Community
1 year ago
City of Belleview partners with New York Life to provide free child ID cards at Light Up Lake Lillian

Families joining this year’s Light Up Lake Lillian on December 7 can take advantage of an important safety resource.

The Ocala City Council approved a monument to honor the legacy of Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church at the site of the future Downtown Garage No. 2 during their Dec. 3 meeting.
Community
1 year ago
Historic church to be honored as downtown parking garage project moves forward

City council approves monument to honor the 157-year legacy of Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church as plans for a new parking garage move forward.

Community
1 year ago
6th annual Downtown Ocala Christmas golf cart parade promises festive fun for a great cause

The parade kicks off at 6 p.m., winding through downtown Ocala. Find a spot near the Square and wave to Santa.