 
	
	Zackary Feliciano, a 20-year-old, has announced his candidacy for the City of Ocala’s mayoral office.
 
	
	Marion County officials confirmed that the 9-1-1 emergency systems are back to normal working order.
 
	
	Marion County residents are being asked to text 911 instead of making phone calls. Emergency management is working to resolve the issues.
 
	
	Marion County Public Schools was one of 30 school districts to earn a B grade from the Florida Department of Education.
 
	
	Sumter County to install directional median by May 2026 to improve safety, reduce crashes, and avoid environmental impacts.
 
	
	The Ocala Downtown Market is more than just a place to shop—it’s where community, culture, and commerce come together every weekend. From handcrafted jewelry and fresh produce to local food favorites like Grandpa’s Grove pretzels and Jerusalem Street Food’s famous pita chips, the market captures the heart of Ocala’s vibrant downtown.
 
	
	City of Ocala Mayor Ben Marciano seeks a second term as mayor of the City of Ocala.
 
	
	State funding fuels major infrastructure upgrade as Belleview prepares for growth and protects water quality.
 
	
	With $5.75 million in total funding approved, Marion County takes major step toward replacing contaminated wells in Lowell with a safe public water system.
 
	
	Despite downpours, families packed Tuscawilla Park for Ocala’s annual Patriotic Skies event—complete with fireworks, food trucks, and festive fun.
