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The Ocala Downtown Square front entrance featuring a white gazebo with a blue-gray dome roof and an American flag standing above it, lifted on a platform and surrounded by trees on either side. The foreground includes various planters with a colorful array of flowers and small trees with short brick walls on either side and black rails leading up to the town square and gazebo.
Community
1 week ago
Ocala Main Street Introduces New Executive Director

Ocala Main Street introduces Sara Lambert as their new executive director.

Front view of the Appleton Museum of Art, featuring a grand modern facade with tall columns and large dark-tinted glass windows. A cascading water fountain runs down the center of the entrance walkway, surrounded by neatly trimmed greenery and a circular driveway. Three decorative animal sculptures are placed in the middle of the fountain near the museum entrance, and the sky is clear and blue.
America 250 in the 352
1 week ago
Celebrate America 250 Through Art, Music and Culture in North Central Florida

From orchestral performances to museum exhibitions, these arts and cultural events are helping residents of North Central Florida celebrate America’s 250.

American flags on the lawn in front of the Heart of the Park building in Ocala, where HCA Florida Healthcare volunteers helped with cleanup and renovation.
America 250 in the 352
1 week ago
UPDATED: Heart of the Park Brings History to Life During America 250 Celebration in Ocala

From Revolutionary War exhibits to living history demonstrations and a community time capsule, Heart of the Park is serving as a centerpiece of Marion County’s America 250 celebration this summer.

A standalone entrance sign with a white arch and red structural supports, displaying a blue panel with “CF” and below it “College of Central Florida.” Behind it is a small pond with a fountain and a grassy lawn.
Education
1 week ago
CF Foundation Receives $50,000 Grant to Support Students Facing Financial Barriers

A $50,000 grant from the Community Foundation of Sarasota County will help the College of Central Florida Foundation continue providing scholarships to students facing financial challenges, with a focus on helping student parents pursue higher education.

A group of men pose during an award presentation.
Community
1 week ago
Lady Lake Mayor Receives Florida League of Cities Home Rule Hero Award

Lady Lake Mayor Ed Freeman has been recognized with the 2026 Home Rule Hero Award.

Community
1 week ago
Marion County Recognizes Waste and Recycling Workers Week

Marion County officials are encouraging residents to recognize the essential workers who help keep the community clean, safe and environmentally sustainable during Waste and Recycling Workers Week, observed June 15-20.

Closeup of Ocala Downtown Gazebo with white support beams and fencing surrounding it and leading down to the square. White triangles surround the top of the gazebo with a blue-gray dome sitting atop it and a City of Ocala circular logo placed center in the front facing triangle.
Food & Drink
1 week ago
Stella’s Modern Pantry Announces New Location After Downtown Closure

After announcing the closure of its downtown Ocala location earlier this year, Stella’s Modern Pantry has revealed plans to relocate and reopen in a new space later this year.

the historic martin theatre in wildwood florida
Community
1 week ago
Wildwood to Hold Meeting on Future of Martin Theatre

The Martin Theatre was bought by the City of Wildwood in 2024.

Trump birthday golf cart rally The Villages Florida
Local
2 weeks ago
Thousands Rally in The Villages on President Trump’s 80th Birthday (PHOTOS)

The block party on wheels rolled forth Sunday afternoon in The Villages to celebrate the president’s 80th birthday and Flag Day.

A colored picture of sliced watermelon on a plate against a white and red checkered tablecloth.
Entertainment
2 weeks ago
Williston Watermelon Festival Returns with Free Family Fun, Live Music and Local Flavor

The annual Williston Watermelon Festival is set to bring hundreds of vendors, live entertainment, family activities and plenty of free watermelon to downtown Williston this weekend.