An open pavilion with lamp posts along a paved walkway leading toward it has Christmas decorations around it. The decorations include candy canes, wreaths snowman and deflated inflatable characters.
Holiday Guide
3 weeks ago
Marion Oaks Hosts Holiday Extravaganza for a Festive Start to the Season

Marion Oaks hosts the Annual Holiday Extravaganza to light up the community in a festive display of lights and Christmas decorations.

Local
3 weeks ago
Lake County to Release 2026 “Adopt-a-Lake” Calendar on Dec. 3

Lake County’s Adopt-a-Lake Calendar came from nearly 200 photos submitted by the public, and more than 2,600 public votes on the favorites.

The facade of a building, with a off beige trim hanging over the entrance, off beige concrete siding, an insignia handing over the entrance with lettering an image, glass doors in the center background, glass window to the right of a concrete column.
Business
3 weeks ago
Marion Planning and Zoning Approves Recommendation for Ocklawaha Alcohol Sales Permit

The Marion County Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval for a special use permit for a business that would allow them to sell and have on-site consumption of alcohol within 1,000 feet of three religious institutions. The recommendation will now go before the Board of County Commissioners.

Community
3 weeks ago
City of Wildwood Invites Applications for Commission Seat 2

The Wildwood City Commission is looking for applicants to fill the vacant Seat 2 following the retirement of former Mayor Pro Tem Pamala Harrison-Blivins.

A crowd of people gather around a brightly lit Christmas tree and light display in a town square.
Holiday Guide
3 weeks ago
Light Up Ocala: Historic Downtown Gets its Traditional Seasonal Shimmer

Light Up Ocala illuminated local businesses, performers and the community during the tree lighting ceremony on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025.

Community
3 weeks ago
Alachua County to Counter SNAP Disruptions with Fresh Produce Distribution

Alachua County is partnering with Frog Song Organics, various local organizations and farmers’ markets to distribute fresh produce to those whose SNAP benefits have been delayed or disrupted.

Food & Drink
3 weeks ago
352Eats: Night Owl Delivers the (Baked) Goods in Downtown Ocala

New bakery concept Night Owl is serving up artisanal bread in downtown Ocala, along with coffee, sandwiches and a cool, welcoming vibe.

Business
3 weeks ago
As Gas Prices Rise, Ocala Among Most Expensive Metros in the State to Fuel Up

Gas prices are up nationwide before the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, and the Ocala area has some of the most expensive fuel in Florida.

Marion County Growth Services building exterior with department names listed on facade.
Local
3 weeks ago
Marion County to Consider Special Use Permit for Ocklawaha Business for Alcohol Sales

The Marion County Planning and Zoning board will consider a special use permit request by a business that would allow them to sell and have on-site consumption, within 1,000 feet of three houses of worship.

Lucas donation w-CEO: Early Learning Coalition of Marion County CEO LaTrisha Sims, Tayler Croom-Perez (Lucas’s mom), Parent Education Coordinator Ruth Velez, and Lucas Perez with the donations Lucas bought to help babies
Community
3 weeks ago
Five-Year-Old Pays It Forward to Early Learning Coalition of Marion County’s Holiday Diaper Drive

Lucas Perez donated diapers, wipes, and baby supplies to the Early Learning Coalition of Marion County.

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