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Holiday Guide
1 day ago
City of Belleview Announces “Light Up Belleview: The Mayor’s Christmas Decorating Contest”

Belleview Mayor Christine Dubkowski is inviting residents and local businesses to do it up for the holidays and express their community spirit.

Meet Hooch a 2-year-old German Shepard mix available for adoption at the Humane Society of Marion County.
Project Pawsitivity
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Project Pawsitivity: A Joyful Pup Waiting for the Turner to His Hooch

Two-year-old shepherd mix Hooch is waiting at Humane Society of Marion County for a new owner with an active lifestyle.

Sports
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Why The Dink Tank Is a Game-Changer for Ocala’s Pickleball Scene

The Dink Tank is reshaping how Ocala plays pickleball with 24/7 indoor access, pro-grade courts, and a welcoming community for every skill level. Now, players can score a half-price annual membership through NCFL Deals.

A green background with light red, light blue and white snowflakes has a red bow and green and red pearls in front. The graphic has a white banner that reads, "Holiday Season New and Classic Films" with a gold Christmas bulb hanging from it.
Holiday Guide
1 day ago
New Movies and Classic Rewatches for Holiday Fun

Theatres are coming out with highly anticipated movies by fans of different genres as well as Christmas classics for the season ahead.

Business
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Entrepreneurial Mindset Expert Shares Insights at Ocala Metro CEP’s ExCEPtional Mornings

Best-selling author Gary Schoeniger was the featured speaker at the Ocala Metro CEP’s Exceptional Mornings on Nov. 19, 2025, sharing his insights into the entrepreneurial mindset.

Construction crews excavate land along the route of the new SW 40th and 49th Ave project in July 2025.
Community
1 day ago
Marion County Invests $67.2 Million in Roadway Projects, Reports on Infrastructure Progress

Marion County has allocated approximately $67.2 million for roadway projects this fiscal year.

Weather Updates
2 days ago
352 WEEKEND WEATHER NOV. 21-23: Livin’ in the 80s

It’s gonna be another warm and sunny weekend in the Ocala area, with highs in the low 80s.

A decoration of a polar bear climbing a yellow latter and put a bright yellow star on a Christmas tree is surrounded by more Christmas decorations. In the foreground is a graphic with a green border and white and green text reads, "Markets, Geek Fest, Light Up Ocala, Light Up Lady Lake. WEEKEND TOP PICKS. Events Coming this Weekend." The graphic has a red Christmas tree bulb in the top left and a pumpkin in the top right.
Entertainment
2 days ago
WEEKEND TOP PICKS: Light Up Events Transform the Community for Festive Fun

Fall markets and light up events mark the transition from fall to the start of the holiday season.

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