Status of the arts

The Marion Cultural Alliance’s annual meeting celebrated new programming and funding over the past year, with anticipation of bigger things to come.

Weaving culture and connectivity

Author/poet Rubie Boddie crafts a lyrical narrative in her new novella, “Mama’s Hair,” and has launched a nonprofit for local creatives.

Ocala civic activist dies

Among her many accomplishments locally, Sylvia Jones led the campaign to establish Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue.

Florida Gun Expo draws crowd

The event was held in a community center owned by the city of Ocala, in a neighborhood suffering from gun violence.

Unified effort

Local and federal agencies report on their combined efforts to deter violent crimes.