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A large banner reading “Ocala Downtown Market" hangs under the roof of a covered pavilion. The structure features yellow steel beams and an open concrete floor, with string lights hanging from the ceiling. Red railings line the entrance, and trees and grass are visible in the background. In the foreground is a brown box with a green border. White and green text inside of the box read, "Festivals | Fundraiser | Car Show | Market. WEEKEND TOP PICKS. Events Coming this Weekend."
Entertainment
5 months ago
352 WEEKEND TOP PICKS APRIL 24-26: Fests, Fundraiser and Car Show

This weekend is full of lively events with plenty of festivals to keep every day eventful.

Front view of the Marion County Board of County Commissioners building in Ocala, Florida
Business
5 months ago
Marion County Commission Approves Census Tract Selections for Opportunity Zone Program

A presentation by county staff of the selection for census tracts recommendations for the Opportunity Zones Program, which offers capital gains breaks for reinvestment in community areas, was made before the Marion County Board of County Commissioners on April 21, 2026.

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
5 months ago
Moving Forward as Office of County Engineer Presents Marion County Roadway Updates

The Office of the County Engineer provided an update on a number of road projects in Marion County.

A beige background, with blue to the left and right, with flag on either side of the center beige background. A multi-colored insignia with writing an images in the center, in front of the beige background, with a gray wall underneath the insignia at the bottom of the background.
Community
5 months ago
Marion County Commission Meeting Inspires Lively Discussion About the 484 Interchange at I-75

Two projects that have drawn the attention and ire of concerned citizens the interchange at 484 and I-75 and the Marion Oaks Manor Flyover were discussed at the Marion County Board of County Commissioners meeting on April 21, 2026.

Detour and road closed signs in front of construction fencing near a school zone in Ocala.
Crime & Safety
5 months ago
Marion County Announces Additional Work, Lane Closure at Intersection of SW 49th Ave. Rd and SW 66th St.

Phase 2 of the intersection improvement, which includes a new lane closure on SW 66th St., will begin on Thursday.

Entertainment
5 months ago
Opa! Ocala and Belleview Bring Back Annual Greek Festival April 24-26

Food, fun and traditional entertainment take over Belleview this weekend for the annual St. Mark Greek Orthodox Church Greek Festival.

In the foreground people sitting in an auditorium. In the background, people standing behind a raised dais. Overhead a digital display with number, and the centered in age is a horse, with a man holding it to the right, standing on a raised platform before the audience.
Features
5 months ago
Williston Man Co-Bred Record-Setting Sales Horse

A Williston man who is no stranger to success as a thoroughbred owner and breeder, bred the record setting 2-year-old colt that sold April 17, 2026, for $10.5 million.

A colored photo of chicken wings with sauce and celery sticks.
Food & Drink
5 months ago
Ocala Hooters to Close Apr. 19 after Nearly a Decade

The Ocala location of Hooters will shut its doors Sunday as part of a broader corporate restructuring effort, ending about 10 years of service.

A large, brick building features an overhang over the entrance with red letters on the front reading, "City Hall." Stairs lead up into two double-door entrances to the building.
Community
5 months ago
Off-Site Parking Approved for Church by City of Ocala Planning and Zoning Commission

The City of Ocala Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved recommending a request for a church to have off-site parking at a public hearing on April 13, 2026.

Close-up of a railroad crossing sign with a fast-moving blue and yellow locomotive blurred in the background.
Local
5 months ago
Sumter County Announces Closure Along C 462 in Wildwood for Railroad Maintenance

The closure and detour, near the Duke Energy Plant in Wildwood on Monday, April 20.

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