A plain, beige background has various snowflakes in different shades of gray. There is a red bow on the bottom left and green and red Christmas bulbs cover the sides. There is a large ribbon across the top with beige text that reads, "Holiday Season Shopping."

Holiday Guide

3 hours ago

Decor the Halls: Where to Buy Holiday Decorations in the 352

Check out these stores for decorations and spirited Christmas home goods for the approaching holiday season.

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Education

21 hours ago

College of Central Florida to Offer State’s First Precision Agriculture Degree

The College of Central Florida’s new Precision Agriculture degree will be taught beginning in the fall of 2026.

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Local

22 hours ago

Marion County Approves FDOT Agreement to Advance I-75/NW 49th Street “Buc-ee’s Exit”

The long-awaited construction on a new interchange where I-75 meets NW 49th Street in Ocala, and where a new Buc-ee’s is coming, can begin.

Community

1 day ago

Veterans Helping Veterans Thanks Partners, Individuals for Helping Stock Ocala Pantry

Veterans Helping Veterans USA wishes to publicly acknowledge the local organizations and individuals who have donated more than 8,000 lbs. of food to its Ocala pantry.

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Community

1 day ago

Marion County Commission Approves Special Use Permit for Home Depot

The Marion County Board of County Commissioners approved a special use permit allowing for outdoor storage and sales for the Home Depot in the On Top of the World Development of Regional Impact.

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Crime & Safety

1 day ago

Ocala Man Dies as a Result of Injuries Sustained in Vehicle Accident

An Ocala man, who was a passenger in a vehicle, died as the result of injuries sustained in a crash, after being ejected from the vehicle.

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Holiday Guide

2 days ago

Marion County Fire Rescue Hosts Open House Food Drive Nov. 22

Marion County Fire Rescue is supporting the county’s Bring the Harvest Home food drive campaign with open houses across the region on Saturday, Nov. 22.