Business
8 months ago
Spectrum expands high-speed internet access to over 6,700 rural locations in Marion County

New fiber-optic network reaches Summerfield, Citra, and Umatilla as part of national rural expansion.

Business
8 months ago
Ocala business owner feels the pinch as tariffs drive up costs on imported goods

Parish Tanner, the Owner of Ocala Car Audio, says the prices of imported goods have skyrocketed, and hopes his business can stay afloat while manufacturing moves back to the U.S.

Runners take off during a community 5K race, with the warm evening sun casting long shadows on the course.
Community
8 months ago
Cogent Bank 5K brings purpose, fun, and fitness to Downtown Ocala on May 3

Evening race aims to inspire wellness, celebrate community spirit, and raise funds for local nonprofits.

Sports
8 months ago
Late rally sinks Patriots in extra innings as Santa Fe sweeps doubleheader

Despite early leads in both games, the College of Central Florida softball team couldn’t hold off a powerful Saints offense, falling to 22-28 on the season.

Local
8 months ago
More deputies on duty: MCSO steps in to bolster Dunnellon police presence

City council approves contract for six Marion County Sheriff’s Office deputies as part of law enforcement shift, with patrols already underway ahead of official start date.

Education
8 months ago
Ross Prairie and Winding Oaks named as Marion County’s newest elementary schools

With deep roots in local history, the newly named schools also gain community partners and move closer to their 2025 openings.

A newly installed raised median lines a section of SR 200 in Ocala, part of a Florida Department of Transportation project aimed at improving traffic safety and reducing accidents along the busy corridor.
Local
8 months ago
Big changes on SR 200 in Ocala: What you need to know

Raised medians, new turn lanes, and pedestrian signals aim to make one of Ocala’s busiest roads safer, but expect lane shifts and delays during construction.

A vendor smiles while arranging plants at a flower market, one of many garden-themed displays expected at Ocala’s Big Bloom Home & Garden Show.
Local
8 months ago
Big Bloom Home & Garden Show brings fresh ideas to Ocala families this weekend

Free weekend event features shopping, seminars, roses, and kids’ activities at WEC.

Community
8 months ago
Tuscawilla Park playground gets a fresh update, but expect temporary closures

Rotating sections will close for maintenance as crews install new equipment and spruce up the space.

Local
8 months ago
New Ocala development could bring homes, businesses to busy corridor

Freedom Commons project spans over 330 acres and is under review for residential and commercial use near existing neighborhoods.

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