A performer dressed in a red shirt, bandana and black shorts stands behind a microphone with a guitar with various instruments and speakers around him.
Entertainment
1 week ago
Delayed First Friday Art Walk of the New Year Offers Entertainment, Art and Vendors in Ocala

The inaugural First Friday Art Walk of the new year was hosted on the second Friday of the month for festive fun without interfering with New Year’s celebrations.

The newly installed “OCALA” sign at the south gateway on Interstate 75 stands at the 42nd Street flyover in Marion County, FL. The project, funded entirely by tourist development tax revenue, is expected to be substantially complete by March 2025.
Local
1 week ago
Ocala Once Again Number One City in America for Growth in U-Haul Index

According to U-Haul’s annual Growth Index report, more people moved to Ocala than any other city in the country in 2025.

blue water pipes in marion county florida
Community
1 week ago
Marion County Advances Lowell Municipal Drinking Water Project

The Marion County Board of County Commissioners approved a budget amendment regarding the county’s utility fund, which will help continue its efforts to bring centralized potable water to the Lowell community.

Weather Updates
1 week ago
352 WORKWEEK WEATHER JAN. 12-16: Cooler Temps and Midweek Showers

The weather forecast for North Central Florida for this week calls for cooler temperatures, some rain and possibly frost toward the end of the week.

A large, orange, diamond-shaped sign with white supports reads, "Road Closed Ahead." To the right of it is a paved sidewalk leading to a construction site in the background and right has a road with a coffee shop on the corner of the road.
Crime & Safety
2 weeks ago
Marion County Announces Lane Closure Along CR 25 to Commence Jan. 13

The lane closure along CR 25 from SE 162nd Place to SE 142nd Avenue in Marion County will commence on Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026, and last approximately six months.

A pink, white and blue sign on a glass window reads, "Sweet Treets Ice Cream."
Food & Drink
2 weeks ago
352Eats: Sweet Treets Brings Ice Cream to Marion Oaks

Sweet Treats Ice Cream Parlor brings ice cream, shakes, sundaes, banana splits and snow cones to Marion Oaks.

The HCA Florida Ocala area stroke team
Health & Wellness
2 weeks ago
HCA Florida Marion County Hospitals Recognized as Top Stroke Care Centers

For the sixth year in a row, HCA Florida Ocala Hospital and HCA West Marion Hospital have received certifications for their high level of competency in treating stroke events.

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Community
2 weeks ago
Grief Support Nonprofit The Dandelion Project Hosts Remembrance Event Jan. 10

Grief support nonprofit The Dandelion Project is hosting a community event this Saturday at Ocala’s Compassion United Methodist Church.

A group of geriatric Malayan Flying Foxes hanging upside down feeding from cantaloupe.
Features
2 weeks ago
Going Batty for Conservation: Lubee Bat Conservancy’s Mission in Gainesville

Lubee Bat Conservancy in Gainesville combines conservation, creativity and community outreach to give bats a second chance.

A man dressed in a miliary uniform, with a slew of decorations on the right side of his chest, campaign ribbons on the left, with man to his right. In the background, seats, in the far background, a wood grain wall, and a flag of the State of Florida to the right.
Community
2 weeks ago
Marion County Proclaims Jan. 10 Capt. Steve Petty Day, Honoring the Veteran for His Service

The Marion County Board of County Commissioners proclaimed Jan. 10 Capt. Steve Petty Day for his service to the community and the nation.

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