On the extreme left the U.S. flag, a man dressed in uniform saluting, in background a monitor hanging on the wall, a man in uniform behind a podium, that's behind a table with two wooden urns, two flags in front of a framed picture, a placard with writing in front of two flags, two other men in uniform saluting, another man in uniform against the wall, two more framed pictures on the right, a woman in chair, and empty chairs to her right.
Community
3 months ago
Marion Memorial Honor Guard Provides Military Honors for Homeless Vets at Service

A funeral service was held for two homeless veterans by the Marion County Memorial Honor Guard at the Veterans Helping Veterans on Nov. 20, 2025.

Business
3 months ago
Entrepreneurial Mindset Expert Shares Insights at Ocala Metro CEP’s ExCEPtional Mornings

Best-selling author Gary Schoeniger was the featured speaker at the Ocala Metro CEP’s Exceptional Mornings on Nov. 19, 2025, sharing his insights into the entrepreneurial mindset.

Construction crews excavate land along the route of the new SW 40th and 49th Ave project in July 2025.
Community
3 months ago
Marion County Invests $67.2 Million in Roadway Projects, Reports on Infrastructure Progress

Marion County has allocated approximately $67.2 million for roadway projects this fiscal year.

A decoration of a polar bear climbing a yellow latter and put a bright yellow star on a Christmas tree is surrounded by more Christmas decorations. In the foreground is a graphic with a green border and white and green text reads, "Markets, Geek Fest, Light Up Ocala, Light Up Lady Lake. WEEKEND TOP PICKS. Events Coming this Weekend." The graphic has a red Christmas tree bulb in the top left and a pumpkin in the top right.
Entertainment
3 months ago
WEEKEND TOP PICKS: Light Up Events Transform the Community for Festive Fun

Fall markets and light up events mark the transition from fall to the start of the holiday season.

Community
3 months ago
Belleview to Launch New CivicSend Notification System

Belleview, Florida is rolling out a new notification system to enhance how residents, businesses and community partners receive timely information from the city.

In the background, a placard with writing, a clock, a fake plant, a man sitting in a chair, and to the extreme right an American flag. The focal point a man in a gray polo, speaking and gesticulating.
Community
3 months ago
“A Call to Action” PTSD Summit Gathers Marion County Organizations for Supporting Veterans

A Call to Action, a PTSD Summit, bringing together veterans’ groups under one umbrella was held Nov. 18 at the Elliott Center.

The Ocala Fire Rescue is having their annual Holiday Drive from now until December 12th, 2025.
Holiday Guide
3 months ago
Ocala Fire Rescue Collecting Donations for 2025 Holiday Drives

Ocala Fire Rescue will be collecting food and other nonperishables to distribute to Ocala area food pantries and charitable organizations through Friday, Dec. 12.

A fiberglass horse, stabilized over grass, with trees, two men talking and a building in the background.
Local
3 months ago
Ocala City Council Denies Alcohol Permit for Location on Silver Springs Boulevard

The Ocala City Council denied an alcoholic beverage location permit that would have allowed a liquor store in West Ocala.

Close-up of an orange “Road Construction Ahead” warning sign against a clear blue sky.
Local
3 months ago
Marion County Approves FDOT Agreement to Advance I-75/NW 49th Street “Buc-ee’s Exit”

The long-awaited construction on a new interchange where I-75 meets NW 49th Street in Ocala, and where a new Buc-ee’s is coming, can begin.

Community
3 months ago
Veterans Helping Veterans Thanks Partners, Individuals for Helping Stock Ocala Pantry

Veterans Helping Veterans USA wishes to publicly acknowledge the local organizations and individuals who have donated more than 8,000 lbs. of food to its Ocala pantry.

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