Meet Molly, an 8-year-old pup with a gentle heart and playful spirit, available for adoption at Marion County Animal Services. After losing her owner earlier this year, Molly is searching for a new home where she can share cuddles, zoomies, and her pumpkin spice personality — sweet, spicy, and everything nice.
HCA Florida Ocala Hospital has been named a Center of Excellence by GO2 for Lung Cancer, highlighting its leadership in early lung cancer detection, biomarker testing, and personalized treatment. This designation reinforces the hospital’s commitment to delivering top-tier, life-saving care to patients in Ocala and surrounding communities.
A line of strong afternoon thunderstorms is expected to persist through the weekend in Ocala, with afternoons into early evenings bringing the highest rainfall potential—read on for what residents should plan for this weekend’s weather.
Events taking place in the evening this weekend to stay cool while having fun at car shows, comedy shows, vendor markets and a musical.
Readiness begins long before a storm appears in the forecast. The City of Belleview staff recently completed FEMA-led Hurricane Awareness training to boost emergency preparedness ahead of peak storm season. Officials stress the importance of early preparation and staying informed.
The Belleview Police Department has promoted Michael Miley to the rank of Lieutenant.
The Marion County Board of County Commissioners approved the East Lake-Woodmar Road Improvement Project. A public hearing was held regarding the project Aug. 6, 2025.
Hunter Springs Park in Crystal River remains a beloved spot for swimming and kayaking, despite a lingering local myth about leeches that was never scientifically confirmed.
Government entities and agencies combined their collective effort to get the word out about stopping on red and preventing accidents.
Marion County students head back to school on Monday, August 11, and parents are gearing up for a smooth start. From orientation schedules and bell times to transportation info and afterschool care, here’s everything families need to know for the first day of school in Ocala.