Features
3 weeks ago
The Roller Barn in Inverness to Close After More than Four Decades

After more than four decades, the Roller Barn in Inverness will close at the end of the year.

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Local
4 weeks ago
Ocala Man Reopened Doors for Future Generations at Silver Springs

An Ocala man helped pave the way for a new generation of African American boat captains at one of the area’s most popular tourist attractions.

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Entertainment
4 weeks ago
352 WEEKEND TOP PICKS DEC. 26-28: Seasonal Celebrations, Concerts and Post-Christmas Cheer

As Homestead Park and Kirby Family Farms finish final Christmas celebrations, Brooklyn Boys performs a pre-New Year’s concert and Bella Vita Italian Steakhouse hosts Little Black Dress Night.

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Food & Drink
4 weeks ago
Dining Out in the 352: Eat at These Downtown Ocala Restaurants (Part 2)

Our series on dining destinations in the 352 continues. From casual patio bars and craft beverages to upscale cuisine, these local eateries highlight the variety of flavors and atmospheres available to diners looking for their next meal out.

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Holiday Guide
4 weeks ago
Winter Wonderland Holiday Market Brought Festive Flavors to Downtown Ocala

The Winter Wonderland Market turned the Ocala Downtown Market space into, well, a winter wonderland for weekend shoppers and foodies.

Food & Drink
1 month ago
Dining Out in the 352: Restaurant Options on Ocala Downtown Square

The Ocala Downtown Square is full of fine dining options for those looking for a break from shopping.

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Features
1 month ago
Defunct Ocala: Weeki Wachee Springs’ Fin-tastic Past

While the former version of the park may have moved on, the enchanting history of Weeki Wachee Springs ab-shell-utely lives on.

Front view of the in-progress Paddock Market at Paddock Mall in Ocala, featuring a modern dark brown exterior, large entrance doors, two white artificial trees, and two silver rearing horse sculptures on either side of the entrance.
Features
1 month ago
New-School Retail Space Paddock Market Begins Limited Operations at Paddock Mall in Ocala

Paddock Market has quietly opened with limited operations inside Ocala’s Paddock Mall, offering early access to a handful of vendors while many others prepare to open as the long-planned marketplace continues to take shape.

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Entertainment
1 month ago
352 WEEKEND TOP PICKS DEC. 19-21: Unique Holiday Crafts and Events

Festive Christmas celebrations are filling this weekend for jolly holiday cheer.

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Features
1 month ago
Dog Days: World Equestrian Center Ocala Hosts Chinook Specialty 2025

The World Equestrian Center Ocala hosted the annual Chinook Specialty competition, celebrating the American sled dog breed, on Dec. 15 & 16, 2025.