The Marion County Planning and Zoning Board approved recommendations for a small-scale land use from low residential to medium residential and a zoning request from general agriculture to planned unit development at their meeting on Nov. 24.
Marion Oaks hosts the Annual Holiday Extravaganza to light up the community in a festive display of lights and Christmas decorations.
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 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.
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.
Light Up Ocala illuminated local businesses, performers and the community during the tree lighting ceremony on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025.
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.
New bakery concept Night Owl is serving up artisanal bread in downtown Ocala, along with coffee, sandwiches and a cool, welcoming vibe.
Gas prices are up nationwide before the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, and the Ocala area has some of the most expensive fuel in Florida.
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.