BOCC approves two new communities
The commission voted yes to more than 350 new homes in the northeast corridor and Silver Springs Shores areas.
Let the races begin
Marion County election fields set as qualifying ends.
World premiere in Ocala
The June 27 and 28 Red, White and OSO Blue concerts will debut “Revolutionary Triptych,” an orchestral work honoring Revolutionary War patriots.
Call to artists
The Rainbow Springs Art in Dunnellon gallery seeks entries for its “Creatures of the Sea Community Art Show."
Government advisory board vacancies
By serving on a local board, your experience and knowledge can influence governmental decisions and help you, fellow citizens and local government.
‘Only in Florida’
‘OMGITSWICKS & Friends’ to bring authentic Sunshine State humor to The Civic in Ocala.
Look up!
New Discovery Center exhibit explores ‘Treehouses: Look Who’s Living in the Trees.’
Hear Us Roar III
Collaborative fundraiser features performances and art created by clients of The Arc of Marion in partnership with Arts in Health Ocala Metro practitioners.
Saluting an American icon
Local students are honored for their essays on “What the American Flag Means to Me” during event that included a proper flag retirement ceremony.
Let’s boogie
The LILAC Foundation is hosting a free dance party with Cookies and Karim.
SJRWMD affirms water use declaration
Mandatory restrictions remain in place as drought conditions persist.
NSF weekly roundup
Maps stay as hundreds qualify.
16-year-old among those charged in connection to MCSO sting operation
The week-long online undercover operation involved state, federal and local agencies and netted 58 arrests.
Ocala pitmaster is back on TV
Rashad Jones is judging the current season of the Food Network’s ‘BBQ Brawl,’ which he won in 2022.
SW 66th Street bridge over I-75 to close June 15
The closure will span approximately one year, with a scheduled reopening in summer 2027.
