Successful street party
The Ocala Civic Theatre’s Escape to Margaritaville Block Party saw more than 400 people dancing in the streets of downtown Ocala.
NAACP honors advocates, including Loretta Jenkins
The annual Freedom Fund and Awards Banquet acknowledged several local members and featured presentations about voting rights and awareness.
Agricultural awareness
The annual Farmland Preservation Festival offers a look at many facets of rural Marion County.
Veterans honored and remembered
A ceremony was held April 6 in memory of the local veterans who died during the first quarter of the year.
Sold out shows
The 31st annual Southeastern Pro Rodeo treated packed crowds to two nights of roping, racing and riding.
Concert draws crowd
The Never Give Up On Country event will benefit wounded, or “recalibrated” veterans and their families.
Chalking up masterpieces
The theme for 2024 OTrak Chalk Walk professional competition was “O, The Places We’ll Go.” A travel and transportation theme inspired by the OTrak pathway linking City Hall to the Tuscawilla Art Park. The competition was open to artists currently working and residing in the state of Florida and was part of the Tuscawilla Art Park series.
Brick City Bluegrass Festival
The inaugural Brick City Bluegrass Festival featured 4 Bluegrass Bands on Citizens' Circle.
Protest For Abortion Rights
A handful of people gathered to protest for abortion rights three days before the 51st anniversary of the Roe v. Wade decision which happened on Jan. 22, 1973.
Medical Expo of North Central Florida
Over 250 local physicians and medical vendors gathered at the India Center to keep up with current healthcare topics.
Honoring those who served
Hundreds brave bad weather to participate in local Wreaths Across America effort.