Entertainment
2 weeks ago
Social Media Post Hints McIntosh 1890s Festival May Be Revived Under New Management

The Friends of McIntosh announced on Wednesday that the McIntosh 1890s Festival may be revived under new stewardship.

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Local
2 weeks ago
Ocala City Council Provided with Update on the Ocala Fiber Network

Uptown Services’ update on the Ocala Fiber Network demonstrated that the broadband provided by the city is competitive and an exceptional choice.

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Local
2 weeks ago
TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Road Closures Planned for I-75 SB at CR 320 Starting Thursday

CR 320 and I-75 will be closed near Micanopy at various times for roadwork from Thursday, Jan. 22 through early February.

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Community
2 weeks ago
Marion County Commission Chair Carl Zalak Delivers the State of The County Address

Marion County is poised for the future and Marion County Commission Chair Carl Zalak, III, delivered the State of the County Address, bringing clarity and a new perspective to the MetroCEP’s ExCEPtional Mornings on Jan. 21.

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Community
2 weeks ago
Southwest Florida Water Management District Preserve in Marion County to Close for Hog Hunt

The Southwest Florida Water Management District will close its Hálpata Tastanaki Preserve in Dunnellon Jan. 27-29 for a feral hog hunt.

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Features
2 weeks ago
Where to Shop in Ocala for Valentine’s Day Gifts and Decorations

As Valentine’s Day approaches, shops are beginning to offer Valentine decor, gifts and celebratory items for a day of appreciating loved ones.

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Local
2 weeks ago
Twin Demonstrations in The Villages Mark the Anniversary of President Trump’s Second Inauguration

The Villages Democratic Club marked the anniversary of President Donald Trump’s second inauguration with protests on both the north and south sides of the community.

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Sports
2 weeks ago
Ocala Farm with a History of Thoroughbred Success Will Continue Under New Owners

D&B Scanlon Holdings, LLC’s purchase of a 244.5-acre farm in Ocala will keep the property as a thoroughbred operation.

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Community
2 weeks ago
Marion County Sheriff’s Office Operations Complex to be Named after Former Sheriff

The Marion County Board of County Commissioners voted unanimously to rename the Marion County Sheriff’s Operations Complex.

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Crime & Safety
2 weeks ago
Horse Trainer Arrested by Marion County Sheriff’s Office for Animal Cruelty

A horse trainer has been arrested by the Marion County Sheriff’s Office on animal cruelty charges for abusing a horse.