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Features
2 months ago
Going Batty for Conservation: Lubee Bat Conservancy’s Mission in Gainesville

Lubee Bat Conservancy in Gainesville combines conservation, creativity and community outreach to give bats a second chance.

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Community
2 months ago
Marion County Proclaims Jan. 10 Capt. Steve Petty Day, Honoring the Veteran for His Service

The Marion County Board of County Commissioners proclaimed Jan. 10 Capt. Steve Petty Day for his service to the community and the nation.

Commuters on I-75 drive past Ocala's Exit 350 in 2023
Local
2 months ago
Ocala’s “Buc-ee’s Exit” Moves Forward with Utility Subordination Agreement

Marion County and FDOT approved a utility subordination agreement to address how existing utility infrastructure will be handled during construction of the I-75/NW 49th Street interchange.

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Local
2 months ago
Ocala City Council Approves Location Permit and Zoning Change

The Ocala City Council was busy at their Jan. 6, 2026, meeting listening to several public hearings, and voting on two of them.

Local
2 months ago
Lane Closures to Occur Along SW 19th Ave. Road in Ocala Starting This Weekend

A road resurfacing project will necessitate lane closures along SW 19th Ave. Road in Ocala beginning this Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026.

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Crime & Safety
2 months ago
Arrest Made In Homicide Investigation

An arrest was made by the Ocala Police Department in a homicide investigation that saw a 64-year-old Ocala man lose his life on the afternoon of Jan. 7, 2026.

Local
2 months ago
Former Ocala City Councilwoman and Leader Mary Sue Rich Honored at City Council Meeting

The late former Ocala City Councilwoman Mary Sue Rich, known for her leadership and commitment to the community, was honored with a proclamation at the Ocala City Council meeting on Jan. 6, 2026.

Local
2 months ago
Ocala Swimming Icon to be Honored with Plaque on City’s Walk of Fame

Ocala swimming legend Newton A. Perry is being honored for contributions to sport, the film industry and U.S. military with a plaque on the city’s Walk of Fame.

Front view of the Marion County Board of County Commissioners building in Ocala, Florida
Local
2 months ago
Marion Commission Approves Special Use Permit to Allow Goats on Residential Property

The Marion County Board of County Commissioners narrowly approved a special use permit that will allow the applicant to have four goats on their property that is zoned single-family dwelling.

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Community
2 months ago
Marion County Commission Provided with Update in Advance of 2026 Florida Legislative Session

Dr. Matthew Cretul, Marion County’s legislative manager provided the Marion County Board of County Commissioners with a legislative update in advance of the beginning the of 2026 Florida legislative session.

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