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Community
22 hours ago
Volunteer Nonprofit Marion County Search & Rescue Finally Finds a Home at Pedro Fire Station

The 14-year-old nonprofit aid organization Marion County Search and Rescue has finally found a home at a disused fire station in the southern part of the county.

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Community
1 day ago
Marion County Commissioners Direct Staff to Begin 12-Month Data Center Moratorium After Workshop Debate

After a lengthy debate, the commissioners favored a temporary pause on approvals while still developing policy standards.

Brad and Jessica Harper invite the community to celebrate the grand opening of MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes in Downtown Ocala on Feb. 14, 2025.
Food & Drink
1 day ago
Early “Byrd” Tickets for Estella Byrd Whitman Community Health Center’s Taste of the Town Available Now

If you want to hit up one of Ocala’s most anticipated food-related fundraisers of the season at a discount, Early “Byrd” tickets for Estella Byrd Whitman Community Health Center’s Taste of the Town are still available.

UF Health Shands Children's Hospital is ranked as the #2 regional hospital in Florida, according to U.S. News.
Health & Wellness
1 day ago
UF Health Hospitals Again Rank Highly Among Nation’s Best in U.S. News & World Report

UF Health Shands and UF Health Jacksonville ranked among the top 20 in the Sunshine State, with Shands cracking the top 5.

Flyers Cafe is a Philadelphia Flyers-themed Italian-American restaurant in Citra. Courtesy: Lewis Stokes/93.7 K-Country
Food & Drink
1 day ago
Flyers Cafe Reopens in New Citra Location

Flyers Cafe has reopened after relocating to a new space in Citra. The popular local restaurant resumed business July 21 at Sam’s Plaza, just down the road from its longtime location.

Community
1 day ago
Ocala Activist to Camp on Streets Aug. 4-7 to Raise Awareness of Unhoused

A Mother’s Love Ministries founder Raven White will sleep in Ocala encampments with only 10 items to spotlight the crisis and raise money for transitional housing.

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2 days ago
More Than a Meal: The Century-Long Story Behind Eaton’s Beach on Lake Weir

Discover the history of Eaton’s Beach Sandbar & Grill on Lake Weir, where nearly a century of Old Florida charm, waterfront dining, scenic views and Southern-inspired cuisine have made it one of Marion County’s most beloved restaurant destinations.

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Education
2 days ago
Marion County School Board Approves Higher Health Costs 3-2, Calling It the ‘Lesser of Two Evils’

Members acknowledged the financial strain on staff but said the increases were necessary to protect jobs and maintain fiscal reserves as the changes take effect in 2027.

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