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Community
16 hours ago
Proposed Fawn Lake Estates Clears Hurdle with Marion County Planning and Zoning Vote

The Marion County Planning and Zoning Board unanimously recommended approval of a request for rezoning for a development that would allow for 329 detached single-family homes. The rezoning request will now go before the Marion County Board of County Commissioners at a public hearing next month.

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Crime & Safety
19 hours ago
Roadway Open After Pedestrian Struck on SE 17th Street Near Lake Weir Avenue in Ocala

A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle on SE 17th Street in Ocala around noon, but she has been transported to the hospital and Ocala police say traffic has returned to normal.

Entertainment
1 day ago
Gainesville to Kick Off America’s 250th Anniversary with Play Honoring WWII Postal Unit

The City of Gainesville and Star Center Theatre will stage ‘Six Triple Eight’ to open the year of America’s 250th anniversary Jan. 3-5, 2026.

Community
1 day ago
Lake County Activating Cold-Weather Shelter Tuesday and Wednesday

Lake County will operate a cold-weather shelter at LifePoint Church in Eustis Dec. 30-31, 2025, and provide transit for residents in need.

Holiday Guide
2 days ago
Ringing in Luck: Common New Year’s Superstitions and What They Mean

From lucky foods to midnight rituals and age-old superstitions, New Year’s traditions across cultures continue to symbolize hope, prosperity and fresh beginnings as the calendar turns.

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Food & Drink
2 days ago
Dutch Bros Coffee Soft Opens in Ocala

Ocala’s awaited Dutch Bros Coffee shop located in Six Gun Plaza in Ocala has commenced its soft opening.

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Community
2 days ago
Marion County Planning and Zoning Commission to Consider Development Rezoning Request

A rezoning request by the applicant for a development will reduce the number of homes that would’ve been allowed on the subject property to a lesser number.

Weather Updates
2 days ago
Marion County Sheriff’s Office Issues Freeze Watch for the 352

The Marion County Sheriff’s Office and National Weather Service are warning of freezing temperatures in the region Monday and Tuesday nights.

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