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Community
3 months ago
City of Gainesville Secures $10.2M Federal Transit Grant

The money will to various upgrades and improvements, including the construction of a new Westside Bus Transfer Station and Park-and-Ride facility.

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Community
3 months ago
Marion County Commission Approves Canterwood Acres Community Development District

A Community Development District for a two-part development was approved unanimously by the Marion County Board of County Commissioners.

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Community
3 months ago
Marion County Commission Receives Heagy-Burry Boat Ramp Project Update

A boat ramp project on Orange Lake has been a source of confusion. An update was provided at the Marion County Board of County Commissioners on March 17, 2026.

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Entertainment
3 months ago
Marion County Fair Brings Rides, Food, Fun and Philanthropy Starting Today

The 2026 Marion County Fair runs March 17-22 at the I-75 Flea Market grounds, 4121 NW 44th Ave., Ocala.

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Crime & Safety
3 months ago
Marion County Lifts Mandatory Burn Ban

A voluntary burn ban remains in effect for the county, and Marion County residents are strongly encouraged to avoid outdoor burning when possible.

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Local
3 months ago
Ocala World War II Veteran Celebrates Centenarian Milestone

Norman Kenneth Schutt was honored by fellow service members and community leaders at his 100th birthday on March 16, 2026.

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Food & Drink
3 months ago
New Restaurant Dunnellon Grill Preparing to Open on Pennsylvania Avenue

A new restaurant is preparing to open in the heart of Dunnellon in the previous location of Paige’s Rootbeer.

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Equine
3 months ago
Ocala’s Chester Weber Wins 23rd National Equestrian Title at Live Oak International

Ocala’s Chester Weber once again showcased why he’s one of the world’s elite athletes, by winning his 23rd national four-in-hand championship this past weekend at the Live Oak International.

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Equine
3 months ago
Williston’s Aaron Vale and Gray’s Inn Win the $200,000 Live Oak International Grand Prix

Williston-based Aaron Vale and Gray’s Inn won the CSI4* Live Oak International Grand Prix.

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Equine
3 months ago
Decoupling Bill that Could Devastate Marion Thoroughbred Industries Stalls in Senate

A bill that had passed in the Florida State House of Representatives that would allow Florida thoroughbred tracks to cease racing while keeping their other gambling facilities in operation failed to get a hearing in the senate before the Florida Legislature’s regular session came to a close.

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