In the foreground is a light pole with autumn-colored leave and a sideways sign reading, "Ocala. Find your place." In the background are trees, buildings and multiple poles with similar leaves and signs reading rules. There are also tables with umbrellas and walking paths for public use.
Entertainment
3 hours ago
Ocala City Council Approves Historic Landmark Where a Young Tom Petty Met Elvis Presley

The Ocala City Council approved an ordinance designating a historical marker celebrating two rock legends.

Closeup of Ocala Downtown Gazebo with white support beams and fencing surrounding it and leading down to the square. White triangles surround the top of the gazebo with a blue-gray dome sitting atop it and a City of Ocala circular logo placed center in the front facing triangle.
Local
16 hours ago
Ocala’s Office of Homelessness Prevention Makes a Difference in Improving Lives

The city is working toward solutions to prevent homelessness, and making homelessness a brief, rare and non-reoccurring experience for all residents of Marion County.

Local
21 hours ago
New Wildwood Arts & Crafts Festival to Debut Jan. 3 & 4, 2026

There’s a new arts ‘n’ crafts fest in the 352, and it’s going down at the Wildwood Community Center the first weekend in 2026.

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Community
22 hours ago
Marion County Commission Approves Marion County Veterans Hall of Fame

A Marion County Veterans Hall of Fame honoring veterans not only for their military service, but for their involvement in the community, was approved at the Marion County Board of County Commissioners meeting on Dec. 16, 2025.

Front view of the Marion County Board of County Commissioners building in Ocala, Florida
Community
1 day ago
Marion County Approves Special Use Permit for “Simunition” Training Facility in Citra

A facility in Citra would provide customers with an opportunity to simulate self-defense scenarios, if someone were to break into their home. The Marion County Board of County Commissioners approved the special use permit for the simunition training facility Dec. 15, 2025.

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Local
2 days ago
Marion County Approves Permit for Ocklawaha Business to Sell Beer and Wine

The Marion County Commission granted a special use permit with conditions to a business in Ocklawaha.

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Local
2 days ago
Wreaths Across America Honors the Fallen at Ocala/Marion County Veterans Memorial Park

Wreaths Across America made a stop in Ocala to remember those veterans who’ve made the ultimate sacrifice, those currently serving and their families, by placing wreaths by tablets representing each branch of the service at the Ocala/Marion County Veterans Memorial Park.

Holiday Guide
2 days ago
Still Don’t Have a Christmas Tree? Here’s Where to Get One in the 352

If you haven’t picked up your Christmas tree in the Marion County region yet and want a memorable experience to go with it, there’s still time.

Crime & Safety
3 days ago
New Traffic Signal Active at SW 43rd Street Road and SW 40th Avenue in Ocala

The traffic signal at SW 43rd Street Road and SW 40th Avenue in Ocala was flashing since its installation and is now fully active.

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Business
5 days ago
Annual Tourism Report Celebrates Ocala Region’s Rising Status as a Global Destination

Ocala and Marion County are expanding their global footprint through tourism as they are now a preferred destination for travelers.

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