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A black and white police car features text reading, "Ocala Police" and "Integrity. Courage. Character." Toward the front of the car is a City of Ocala police logo. In the background, more cars can be seen in a parking lot. The sun reflects off the mirror.
Community
4 months ago
Ocala Police Dept. Hopes to Strengthen Relationship with Community via National Night Out

The OPD will be participating in this long-running national initiative promoting police-community relations.

Entertainment
4 months ago
Passionate Musicians and an HQ like Mutiny Keep the Ocala Punk and Indie Music Scene Vibrant

The underground music community that launched national bands in the early 2000s is alive and vibrant again, here’s how to plug in and why it’s growing in 2026.

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Local
4 months ago
TEDxOcala Shares Speaker Lineup for September 2026 event at Ocala’s Reilly Arts Center

This year’s event brings 14 thought-provoking speakers from across Canada and the U.S. together.

Marion County Public Schools sign displaying logo and motto, "Helping Every Student Succeed," against a clear blue sky.
Back to School in the 352
4 months ago
Marion County Public Schools Announces Orientation Dates, Times for 2026-27 School Year

Students, parents and families are all invited to get the latest updates about the new school year in Marion County.

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Business
4 months ago
Inverness Crackdown on Food Trucks Forces Vendors to Appeal to Governor DeSantis

Local food truck owners say the city and county are using zoning and permitting ordinances to get around a state law intended to protect their businesses.

Bright orange "Road Work Ahead" sign with flags on roadside near a tree-lined street.
Community
4 months ago
Sumter County, City of Wildwood to Begin Pavement Maintenance Programs Next Week

Sumter County in general and Wildwood in particular will be seeing a lot of roadwork and improvements throughout the rest of the summer.

silver springs shores public library marion county florida
Community
4 months ago
Long-Awaited Silver Springs Shores Public Library to Open in Marion County July 23

The new facility will open Thursday with a ribbon-cutting and guided tours.

recycling recyclable items
Community
4 months ago
Ocala Residents Adapt to End of Curbside Recycling as Drop-Off Sites See Expected Activity

One week after the City of Ocala ended curbside pickup, officials report steady use at new drop-off locations despite mixed public reactions and ongoing questions about recycling’s effectiveness.

golf carts
Crime & Safety
4 months ago
New City of Wildwood Ordinance Codifies Where Golf Carts May Be Driven

The City of Wildwood has adopted a comprehensive new ordinance that supersedes previous rules and reflects the current state of community needs.

lady lake florida it security expert Howard Davis
Community
4 months ago
Town of Lady Lake to Offer Free Cybersecurity Awareness Presentation July 29

Cybersecurity expert Howard Davis will cover such topics as password management, how to identify secure websites and safe browsing practices.

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