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A blue sign with white lettering, and a government entity insignia against the blue background. In the foreground and background, a lawn, and to the right trees and a building.
Community
4 months ago
Marion County Engineer Provides Snapshot of Current Road Projects at Commission Meeting

The Marion County Office of the County Engineer provided the Marion County Board of County Commissioners with a snapshot of road projects within the county at their meeting Feb. 17, 2026.

Community
4 months ago
Nominations for Community Foundation for Ocala/Marion’s 2026 Inspire Gala Closing Soon

Marion County is almost out of time to nominate their favorite philanthropists, nonprofits and corporate partners for the 2026 Inspire Gala.

Community
4 months ago
Lake County to Offer Extended Passport Processing Hours during Spring Break

Residents can access the extended passport processing hours at two locations by appointment only.

The Ocala City Council approved a monument to honor the legacy of Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church at the site of the future Downtown Garage No. 2 during their Dec. 3 meeting.
Local
4 months ago
Historic Ocala Church Turns to Public for Help Finishing New House of Worship

Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, whose previous location was purchased by the City of Ocala, has started a GoFundMe to finish the process of building a new house of worship.

stomp the swamp logo
Community
4 months ago
Autism Awareness Advocates Prepare for 17th ‘Stomp the Swamp’ in Gainesville

This year’s Stomp the Swamp for Autism Acceptance and Awareness will appropriately be held at Gainesville’s Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on March 7.

Front view of the Marion County Board of County Commissioners building in Ocala, Florida
Community
4 months ago
Ocala Nonprofit Horse Farms Forever Opposes Changes to Make Margaritaville RV Park Bigger, Public

The Marion County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider a zoning modification from a planned unit development with private amenities to one with public amenities. However, the proposed RV park, which is currently under development is in the Farmland Preservation area.

Meet Hershey's Kisses an almost 4-year-old Swiss Mountain dog available for adoption at the Humane Society of Marion County.
Project Pawsitivity
4 months ago
Project Pawsitivity: Happy, Goofy, and Full of Love

Hershey’s is ready for her kisses at the Humane Society of Marion County.

A logo for Peach Valley Cafe that reads, "Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch" and "Coming Soon" underneath it.
Food & Drink
4 months ago
Peach Valley Cafe to Open at Former Bob Evans Site in Ocala

The former Bob Evans restaurant on SR 200 will soon welcome a Peach Valley Cafe to the busy Ocala corridor.

Ocala Mayor Ben Marciano expressed how proud he is of the girls at Pace.
Community
4 months ago
Ocala Mayor’s Life Story Resonates Powerfully with Youth at Silver Springs Youth Academy

City of Ocala Mayor Ben Marciano shared a stirring testimonial at the Silver Springs Youth Academy, on the importance of serving God and others.

Two tarts sit next to each other in a white box. One tart features raspberries displayed in circles with a white powder on top. Underneath is a bread base and a yellow dish to hold the desert. The other pastry is pink and rose shaped with a rose cream poking from the top. Underneath the rose is a cracker on top of a yellow dish to hold the pastry.
Food & Drink
4 months ago
Love at First Bite: Where to Indulge Your Sweet Tooth in Ocala for Valentine’s Day and Beyond

These local Ocala bakeries and restaurants offer desserts for every occasion.

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