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Esmee Bancroft/ Founder of Resilient Ocala, formerly Ocala Clothing Swap
Features
6 days ago
Resilient Ocala turns a free clothing boutique into a peer-support clubhouse that teaches independent living skills

Esmee Bancroft expanded the Ocala Clothing Swap into a peer-support clubhouse that teaches independent living skills, reduces isolation, and offers free clothing to Marion County residents.

Santa and Mrs. Claus ride in a red sleigh float decorated with garlands and lights.
Local
6 days ago
The 352Today 2026 Holiday Guide is here

North Central Florida is ready for its schedules and its bellies to be full.

Special Needs Family Resource Fair Belleview Florida
Health & Wellness
7 days ago
Belleview to host Special Needs Family Resource Fair Dec. 3

It will be an exciting showcase of available resources and dialog on multiple topics related to fostering fun, satisfying and productive relationships.

Marion County Public Schools front signage
Education
1 week ago
Ocala Film Derby students spotlighted at Marion County Public Schools meeting

Marion County students who competed in the 4th Annual Ocala Film Derby were recognized at Tuesday’s school board meeting after creating short films in just hours during a downtown Ocala challenge. The event awarded a record $22,500 in scholarships.

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Community
1 week ago
Southern Hammock RV Resort invites the public to Veterans Day ceremony Nov. 11

Ocala nonprofit Veterans Helping Veterans is coming together with the resort to create a moving moment of honor.

A large sculpture of a woman with wings making her way upward stands in a park with people and trees surrounding with a lake in the background.
Entertainment
1 week ago
City of Ocala’s Tuscawilla Art Park Series returns in 2027

The annual event series celebrating Ocala’s creative culture will kick off with the OTrak Chalk Walk in January.

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Community
1 week ago
Marion County voters to decide on $140 million parks and conservation bond during midterms

Marion County voters will decide Nov. 3 whether to authorize up to $140 million in bonds for parks, trails, clean water protection, farms, and forests. The measure would be repaid through a capped property tax and requires a simple majority to pass.

HCA Florida hospitals drug take back day gainesville florida
Health & Wellness
1 week ago
HCA Florida hospitals in North Central Florida collect 250 pounds of meds on Drug Take Back Day

Hospitals across the 352 and beyond collected expired and unused medications on Oct. 24.

Education
2 weeks ago
South Marion High School construction costs rise to $177 million, about $47 million over original plan

South Marion High School construction costs climb to $177 million, about $47 million over the original $130 million plan, as a board member raises concerns over spending on the new Ocala campus.