Heather Lynne stands with her band in front of a white gazebo, smiling and making hand gestures after a live performance in downtown Ocala.
Entertainment
6 months ago
Artist Spotlight: Heather Lynne – from backyard shows to Ocala’s center stage

Ocala singer-songwriter shares her musical journey, debut album, and “positude” vibe with fans across Central Florida.

Close-up of a golf club about to strike a golf ball on a tee with green grass in the background.
Sports
6 months ago
Pace matters: How Ocala golfers can keep the game fun for everyone

With local courses filling up, the Ocala Golf Club shares easy tips from the USGA to help players of all levels speed up play without sacrificing enjoyment.

Three smiling women sit at a red-and-white checkered table under a canopy, each holding and eating roasted corn on the cob with husks. Tents, games, and other festival activities are visible in the background.
Entertainment
6 months ago
Mount Dora Corn Festival brings families together to celebrate sweet corn and community roots

Lakefront festival returns May 24 with food, fun, and family-friendly traditions.

Hurricane Milton blew through Shady Road Ranches in Southwest Ocala, FL on Thursday, October 10, 2024. While the path of Milton shifted a little farther south, Marion county had plenty of trees down across roads and powerlines down.
Ask The Expert
6 months ago
Are you really covered? Angie Lewis shares essential insurance tips for hurricane season

From flood risks to auto protection, local State Farm agent Angie Lewis explains what every Florida resident should know before the storms roll in.

Community
6 months ago
Lucky U turns 18: Wildwood’s motorcycle hub keeps the wheels turning

From 20 bikes to 300+, Lucky U Cycles celebrates nearly two decades of growth, grit, and community.

Visitors enjoy the petting zoo at the Amber Brooke Farms Blueberry Festival.
Entertainment
7 months ago
This weekend in Ocala: Exciting events for April 25–27

From the Big Bloom Home & Garden Show to vintage shopping, comedy, and blueberry picking, here’s your guide to the best events happening in Ocala this weekend.

A custom big rig glows under neon lights during the Friday night light show at the 2024 75 Chrome Shop Truck Show in Wildwood.
Entertainment
7 months ago
27th Annual 75 Chrome Shop Truck Show returns to Wildwood April 25–26

Free, family-friendly event features chrome displays, giveaways, and weekend-long entertainment.

Live music and lots of sampling awaits guests at the Brick City Beer & Wine Festival on April 19 in Ocala.
Entertainment
7 months ago
Top Easter weekend events in the 352: Egg hunts & more entertainment

Looking for Easter weekend events in North Central Florida? From egg hunts to live comedy and music, here are the top family-friendly activities happening April 18–20, 2025

Entertainment
7 months ago
WEEKEND TOP PICKS: Hunt for a great spring weekend

From Easter egg hunts to local festivals, there is plenty to do in the 352 this weekend.

An insurance adjuster reviews a personal accident claim form next to a damaged vehicle following a collision. In Florida, drivers must carry Personal Injury Protection (PIP) and Property Damage Liability (PDL) coverage under the state’s no-fault insurance laws.
Angie Lewis
7 months ago
Understanding insurance in Florida: 8 things new (and native) Ocala residents need to know

From no-fault auto insurance laws to hurricane coverage, Angie Lewis State Farm breaks down what first-time Florida policyholders really need to know.