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Green and gold fireworks shine above the white concert tent as the orchestra performs underneath.
Photos
1 year ago
Symphony Under the Stars lights up Ocala with music, food, and fireworks | PHOTOS

Families gather at Ocala Golf Club for Fine Arts for Ocala’s annual fundraiser, featuring the Ocala Symphony Orchestra, live entertainment, and a dazzling fireworks finale.

Entertainment
1 year ago
Celebrate Free First Saturday at the Appleton Museum with art, architecture, and community

Enjoy a full day of free admission, creative activities, and a special Frank Lloyd Wright talk during the Appleton Museum’s monthly event in Ocala.

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
1 year 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.

Local
1 year ago
Gainesville to temporarily close NW 8th Avenue for storm pipe assessment and tree work

Roadway between NW 6th and NW 12th Streets to close Saturday, June 7, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.; detours advised.

A stylized illustration shows soldiers advancing and taking cover on a beach, evoking the D-Day invasion during World War II.
Community
1 year ago
Remembering D-Day: Marion County honors the heroes of Normandy, 81 years later

Marion County leaders reflect on the courage and sacrifice of Allied forces who stormed the beaches of Normandy on June 6, 1944, forever changing the course of history.

Community
1 year ago
Gilbert’s Hardware & General Store: A Marion County mainstay since 1986

From power tools to pulled pork, Gilbert’s Hardware has built nearly 40 years of trust, service, and small-town charm in northwestern Marion County.

People sitting in lawn chairs watch fireworks under an American flag at night during a Fourth of July event
Community
1 year ago
Celebrate the Fourth in Ocala: Patriotic Skies returns with fireworks, food & family fun at Tuscawilla Park

Enjoy live music, a kid-friendly zone, and one of Marion County’s biggest fireworks shows this Independence Day — free shuttle service and family activities included!

Business
1 year ago
ALDI opens new store in Marion Oaks, bringing affordable groceries to local shoppers

Ocala residents welcomed with gift bags, giveaways at June 5 grand opening.

Community
1 year ago
Ocala-area dogs head to Mega Adoption Event in Plant City this weekend

Marion County joins six other Florida shelters for free pet adoptions June 6–8 at the Florida Strawberry Festival Fairgrounds.

Local
1 year ago
UF cuts lead to RTS service changes in Gainesville beginning June 30

Gainesville transit system adjusts routes as university funding drops 22%.