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The newly installed “OCALA” sign at the south gateway on Interstate 75 stands at the 42nd Street flyover in Marion County, FL. The project, funded entirely by tourist development tax revenue, is expected to be substantially complete by March 2025.
Local
10 months ago
Ocala Once Again Number One City in America for Growth in U-Haul Index

According to U-Haul’s annual Growth Index report, more people moved to Ocala than any other city in the country in 2025.

Community
10 months ago
Marion County Advances Lowell Municipal Drinking Water Project

The Marion County Board of County Commissioners approved a budget amendment regarding the county’s utility fund, which will help continue its efforts to bring centralized potable water to the Lowell community.

A group of geriatric Malayan Flying Foxes hanging upside down feeding from cantaloupe.
Features
10 months ago
Going Batty for Conservation: Lubee Bat Conservancy’s Mission in Gainesville

Lubee Bat Conservancy in Gainesville combines conservation, creativity and community outreach to give bats a second chance.

Community
10 months ago
Marion County Proclaims Jan. 10 Capt. Steve Petty Day, Honoring the Veteran for His Service

The Marion County Board of County Commissioners proclaimed Jan. 10 Capt. Steve Petty Day for his service to the community and the nation.

Local
10 months ago
Ocala’s “Buc-ee’s Exit” Moves Forward with Utility Subordination Agreement

Marion County and FDOT approved a utility subordination agreement to address how existing utility infrastructure will be handled during construction of the I-75/NW 49th Street interchange.

A building with a white and beige facade, with the beige pat having lettering, there is a plaque in the far background, and columns on both the first and second structure, with gray steps and guard rails for the step in the foreground.
Local
10 months ago
Ocala City Council Approves Location Permit and Zoning Change

The Ocala City Council was busy at their Jan. 6, 2026, meeting listening to several public hearings, and voting on two of them.

Barricade lights.
Local
10 months ago
Lane Closures to Occur Along SW 19th Ave. Road in Ocala Starting This Weekend

A road resurfacing project will necessitate lane closures along SW 19th Ave. Road in Ocala beginning this Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026.

Crime & Safety
10 months ago
Arrest Made In Homicide Investigation

An arrest was made by the Ocala Police Department in a homicide investigation that saw a 64-year-old Ocala man lose his life on the afternoon of Jan. 7, 2026.

Local
10 months ago
Former Ocala City Councilwoman and Leader Mary Sue Rich Honored at City Council Meeting

The late former Ocala City Councilwoman Mary Sue Rich, known for her leadership and commitment to the community, was honored with a proclamation at the Ocala City Council meeting on Jan. 6, 2026.

Local
10 months ago
Ocala Swimming Icon to be Honored with Plaque on City’s Walk of Fame

Ocala swimming legend Newton A. Perry is being honored for contributions to sport, the film industry and U.S. military with a plaque on the city’s Walk of Fame.

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