Features
6 months ago
Editorial: Remembering Larry Whitler, Ocala’s Gentle Giant of the airwaves

Larry Whitler, beloved Ocala radio host and artist, was killed in a crash at age 70. He leaves behind a legacy of kindness, creativity, and community.

Golf scorecard, ball, yellow tee, and iron club on green grass
Features
6 months ago
Golf 101: Master the Lingo Before You Hit the Links

Chiefland Golf & Country Club offers a crash course in terminology for beginners.

Features
6 months ago
Ocala entrepreneur shines on global stage at Mrs. India Worldwide

Nirvana Medical Spa’s Nilam Patel shares how competing in Dubai transformed her from the inside out—and why she’s now on a mission to inspire women across Ocala and beyond.

Entertainment
7 months ago
Defunct Ocala: Revived – Six Gun Territory rides again at Kirby Family Farm

The Wild West Weekend serves as a tribute to the original Six Gun Territory, which operated in Ocala from 1963 to 1984.

Features
7 months ago
Defunct Ocala: Six Gun Territory, Ocala’s lost frontier fantasy

Once hailed as Florida’s answer to the Wild West, Six Gun Territory opened in 1963 just east of Ocala and quickly became one of the state’s most beloved tourist attractions.

People watch a large firework burst in the rain near a lake at night during Ocala’s Fourth of July event.
Features
7 months ago
PHOTOS | Rain, shine, and Patriotic Skies: Ocala’s 4th of July celebration brings the boom

Despite downpours, families packed Tuscawilla Park for Ocala’s annual Patriotic Skies event—complete with fireworks, food trucks, and festive fun.

Features
7 months ago
Part 2: Rev. Leroy Johnson took on the KKK and helped Ocala rise above hate

Armed with courage, a revolver, and a heart for his community, this fearless pastor and businessman protected Ocala from violence and built lasting opportunities for generations to come.

Features
7 months ago
Part 1: How Rev. Leroy Johnson defied racism to build a legacy in Ocala

From Harlem hustle to hometown hero, this trailblazing pastor and businessman overcame hate and hardship to uplift Ocala’s Black community—his story begins here.

A wide view of the Ocala Jai-Alai building shows a large beige structure with colorful signage and satellite dishes on the lawn. The front area is overgrown with patches of grass and scattered debris, suggesting the site is no longer in active use.
Features
7 months ago
Defunct Ocala: Ocala Gainesville Poker & Jai Alai’s final bet

Exploring the lost landmarks and attractions that shaped Marion County’s past.

A large bird sits on the edge of the water to the left, with a sunset and palms in the background, with grass to the right.
Features
8 months ago
Murals of Ocala: How public art is telling the city’s story one wall at a time

Murals play a great role in helping to educate the community about the area’s history, inspire community pride and serve as an economic driver.

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