The Marion County Board of County Commissioners will be holding a public hearing Sept. 10 at 5:30 p.m. at the McPherson Government Campus Auditorium to adopt annual rate resolutions and certify non-ad valorem assessment rolls.
Gainesville High School assistant principal Dr. Mallory Becker has been named a recipient of the 2025 Yale Educator Award, which honors tea hers and counselors who inspire and support students to achieve excellence.
Oktoberfest returns to Ocala with German-inspired celebrations across town. From family-friendly festivals to stein-holding contests and live music, Marion County offers several ways to enjoy bratwurst, beer, and Bavarian fun this fall.
Harvest Hoedown produces early holiday cheer with local vendors selling unique fall-themed items to get the season started.
Crime Stoppers of Marion County has released an updated list of the area’s most wanted individuals as of August 26, 2025. Authorities are urging residents to report any information that could help locate these suspects, all of whom face active felony charges.
Volunteers of America of Florida is joining Give4Marion on September 16-17 to support its Restore the Ritz campaign. Dedicated to ending veteran homelessness in Marion County.
Ocala comes alive this fall with a variety of festivals, from arts and music to family-friendly fun, seasonal treats and Oktoberfest celebrations.
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in identifying a man who was caught on camera vandalizing a west Ocala restaurant in the early hours of July 21.
Ocala police recovered a firearm from a student riding a school bus Monday morning. No injuries were reported, and the juvenile is now in custody as the investigation continues.
A humid work week lies ahead for Ocala, with each afternoon bringing a high chance of thunderstorms and possible roadway flooding—most severe early in the week. Skies are expected to open up by Friday.