The Marion County Board of County Commissioners approved the East Lake-Woodmar Road Improvement Project. A public hearing was held regarding the project Aug. 6, 2025.
Hunter Springs Park in Crystal River remains a beloved spot for swimming and kayaking, despite a lingering local myth about leeches that was never scientifically confirmed.
Government entities and agencies combined their collective effort to get the word out about stopping on red and preventing accidents.
Marion County students head back to school on Monday, August 11, and parents are gearing up for a smooth start. From orientation schedules and bell times to transportation info and afterschool care, here’s everything families need to know for the first day of school in Ocala.
The Ocala City Council discussed the rail line, the recent derailments, and is it necessary for the city’s future?
During a city council meeting in Ocala, four bystanders were recognized for their life-saving response to a cardiac arrest at a local fitness center. Their quick use of an AED and CPR exemplifies the importance of emergency readiness.
Marion County and Alachua County public schools begin adjusting phone policies to adhere to House Bill 1105 banning phones in elementary and middle schools while limiting high school use.
Gregg Smith Automotive, led by owners Betty and Alex Otero, rallied the community to collect and fill over 300 backpacks for students at Belleview and Belleview-Santos Elementary. With help from local businesses and a team of volunteers, each bag was packed with essential supplies. With the mission to remind students that their community believes in them.
HCA Florida Ocala Hospital’s ICU Unit Based Council donated $700 in school and hygiene supplies to Kimberly’s Center for Child Protection to support children recovering from abuse or neglect. The donation helps local children prepare for the new school year. Kimberly’s Center serves hundreds of children annually, offering therapy and advocacy to those affected by trauma in Marion County.
National Night Out brought out the community for an evening of fun in a wholesome and family-oriented environment, one that fostered the relationship between citizens and the Ocala Police Department.