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Paolo Mastroserio presents development plans to Marion County commissioners during a public meeting.
Community
11 months ago
Marion County commissioners approve final plan for Westwood Trails development

The 69-home project on SW 75th Ave. will include a park, dog area, and multimodal path as part of the master-planned community.

Entertainment
11 months ago
Ozzy Osbourne dies at 76: Rock legend remembered by Wind-FM DJs

Black Sabbath frontman and MTV star honored with music and memories on local rock station

Close-up of a "Detour Ahead" sign with traffic cones and road construction in the background.
Local
11 months ago
Sumter County seeks public input on major intersection upgrade at C 466 and US 301

Residents invited to July 30 workshop to review proposed improvements, costs, and traffic solutions for the busy intersection.

Features
11 months ago
Defunct Ocala: Prince of Peace Memorial blended faith and art near Silver Springs

Sculptor Paul Cunningham’s Prince of Peace Memorial quietly welcomed mid-century travelers with handcrafted dioramas and spiritual serenity before vanishing from the landscape.

Education
11 months ago
Marion County schools expand with new programs, campuses, and major upgrades

From aviation mechanics to new school openings, Superintendent Brewer outlines bold plans for growth and improvement across the district.

A display combining beaded jewelry and decorative skulls in a lively booth setup.
Local
11 months ago
Weird, wild, and wonderfully handmade: Ocala Oddities Market packs downtown with curious crowds

From skull lamps to spell jars, Friday night’s funky market mixed the mystical and macabre with live music, food trucks and a whole lot of handcrafted cool.

Woman in red shirt speaks at podium during Marion County Commission hearing.
Local
11 months ago
Marion County Commission backs WEC sports complex plan despite pushback

Proposed 236-acre development moves to state review as officials weigh benefits, farmland concerns, and community impact.

DUI checkpoint sign with blurred car lights at night
Crime & Safety
11 months ago
SEE WHO BLEW IT: Marion County DUI arrests include passed-out drivers, open Booze, and bizarre jail behavior

From a Waffle House nap to a strip club stop, these DUI suspects made all the wrong moves—according to MCSO.

Hiring manager holding a résumé during an in-person job interview across a desk.
Jobs
11 months ago
Summer surge in jobless rates across Marion, Citrus, and Levy counties

CareerSource CLM cites seasonal trends and student influx as June unemployment rises to 5.1%; job fair set for July 24 in Ocala.

Close-up of a rolled U.S. $50 bill showing partial text and President Grant’s face.
Local
11 months ago
Ocala man strikes it rich with $1 million scratch-off win at local 7-Eleven

David Davison claims prize from Florida Lottery’s 500X THE CASH game, purchased at local 7-Eleven.

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