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A group of people stand together for a photo in front of a back drop that reads, "Road to Wishes Truck Show" and "Raney's."

16 hours ago

Chrome, Community and a Cause: Road to Wishes Truck Show Rolls Back Into Ocala

The weekend's Road to Wishes event brought Raney's Truck Shop and the Make-A-Wish Foundation together to help raise money to grant wishes to children.

Two awards sit on a table with a black tablecloth with a black and white background. The awards read, "Road to Wishes Truck Show" with categories reading, "Kids Choice" and "Lights Out."

1 day ago

Raney’s Truck Parts Supports Make-A-Wish Foundation at Ocala Truck Show (PHOTOS)

Raney's Truck Parts hosted their second annual Road to Wishes Truck Show in Ocala to support the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

A graphic with a pink background features a large, light pink heart with faded roses in it. In the center of heart, pink text reads, "Gainesville Valentine's Day Celebrations." Smaller pink and red hearts surround the large one. Two pink roses are in either corner of the bottom of the graphic. Toward the top are strings of tiny pink and red hearts.

3 days ago

Check Out These Unique Valentine’s Day Celebrations in Gainesville Starting this Weekend

Gainesville will be home to unique Valentine's celebrations for a month of family, friend, partner and community connection.

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4 days ago

Escape Reality Set to Open New Interactive Experience in Dunnellon

Upcoming immersive experience, Escape Reality, is expected to open its doors in Dunnellon later this month.

4 days ago

3 fans. 60 Super Bowls. This might be their last time going to the big game

It just wouldn't feel like the Super Bowl for them if they weren't all there. And this might be the last time they all do it. That's what three old friends were coming to grips with just before this year's Super Bowl. The trio of octogenarians are the only fans left in the exclusive "never missed a Super Bowl" club.

A graphic has a pink background with roses. In the foreground of the graphic are hearts surround the corners. In large, red letters, the graphic says, "Happy Valentine's Day."

4 days ago

We’ve Got Even More Valentine’s Day Celebrations and Gatherings in Marion County

Marion County will be host to plenty of Valentine's events from high-energy celebrations to intimate settings and everything in between.

A white and beige brick building with "Citizens' Circle" written on an arch above the two double doors. A metal support with a metal beige and gray butterfly perched on top. In the fireground is a transparent brown box with a green border. Green and white text inside the box that reads, "Truck Shows | Miscast Cabaret | Festivals | Mardi Gras | Dinosaurs. WEEKEND TOP PICKS. Events Coming this Weekend."

4 days ago

352 WEEKEND TOP PICKS FEB. 6-8: Live Performances and Shows Take Over the 352

Live performances, shows and festive celebrations are taking over the 352 this weekend for exciting and meaningful fun.

A graphic with a black background features white text reading, "Black History Month Events." Hands reach up toward the text with clothing in shades of red and yellow. In the upper corners are red, yellow and green designs.

5 days ago

Check Out These Black History Month Community Celebrations in Marion County

Black History Month is the time for lively celebrations honoring cultural history and practices handed down generations with multiple events taking places in Ocala and Dunnellon.

6 days ago

A 13-year-old Australian boy swims for hours to save his mother and siblings who were swept away

A 13-year-old boy is credited with saving his family after he swam for four hours in choppy waters off the coast of Western Australia to alert authorities that his mother and two younger siblings had been swept away.

Jewelry is displayed in boxes with velvet linings.

1 week ago

Ocala Mardi Gras Market Brings Vendors Downtown Despite Cold Weather

Despite the chilly conditions, the Mardi Gras Market at Ocala Downtown Market brought over a dozen vendors and light crowds.

A black-and-white photograph of a rattlesnake canning factory with workers posed outside.

1 week ago

Defunct Ocala: Florida’s Rattlesnake Canning Craze and Its Curious Legacy

From the early 1930s through the mid-20th century, the operation of rattlesnake harvesting and canning dominated Florida until wildlife protection initiatives took hold.

A red logo that reads, "BJs" with a checkmark as a apostrophe on a white backdrop with brown paper ripping up to reveal the logo and white background.

2 weeks ago

BJ’s Wholesale Club to Open First Ocala Location as Part of Winding Oaks Development

BJ's Wholesale Club is planning its first location in Ocala, anchoring the retail portion of an upcoming residential and retail development.

Flowers are displayed on a table under a canopy with a market in the background.

2 weeks ago

Fresh Finds and Friendly Faces Fill Circle Square Commons Farmers Market

The Circle Square Commons Farmers Market continues each Thursday, giving locals a weekly opportunity to enjoy a relaxed community gathering centered on fresh, locally made goods.

An exterior view of the Ocala Civic Theatre with trees in the background and bushes in front. The foreground has a brown graphic with a green border. Inside is white text that reads, "Little Shop of Horrors | Markets | Pokémon Trading Cards | Circus. Weekend Top Picks. Events Coming this Weekend."

2 weeks ago

352 WEEKEND TOP PICKS JAN. 30-FEB. 1: Live Shows and Markets

This weekend is filled with exciting performances and lively markets for a celebratory weekend of arts and Mardi Gras.

The entrance of a restaurant has a light-up sign that reads, "Elevation 89 at the airport." Underneath the sign is a wood door with posters strewn on it.

2 weeks ago

352Eats: Elevation 89 Brings Runway Views to the Table

Located inside the Ocala International Airport, Elevation 89 takes American cuisine to new heights with a distinctly aviation-inspired atmosphere.

A grand staircase leads up to a second floor of a large, white manor. Paintings of dogs line the wall behind the stairs on the second floor. A large chandelier hangs above the staircase.

2 weeks ago

World Equestrian Center Unveils New Rooftop Dining Experiences and Continued Expansion

The World Equestrian Center continues to expand as an elevated hospitality destination with new dining experiences opening to the public and additional retail development now underway.

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2 weeks ago

Secondhand Treasures: Thrifting Around Ocala

From hidden gems to curated resale racks, Ocala's thrift stores offer affordable finds, unique style and plenty of secondhand charm.

A large, open-air event area features a large balloon arch at the entrance with a white banner that reads, "Ocala Downtown Market. Sponsored by: Advent Health." A large market is taking place behind the entrance.

2 weeks ago

Bridal, Prom and Event Market Showcases Local Event Services in Ocala | PHOTOS

The Bridal, Prom and Event Market showcased multiple services that Ocala has to offer for private events.

A neon sign reads, "Paranormal Cirque" above a red-lit black-and-white big top tent.

2 weeks ago

Paranormal Cirque ‘Specter’ Delivers Dark Circus Thrills in Gainesville

Paranormal Cirque Specter brings a mix of acrobatics, humor and themed circus acts to Gainesville under the big top tent at Oaks Mall through Jan. 26.

A pink background decorated with a garland of red and pink hearts with text that reads, "Valentine's Day in the 352."

2 weeks ago

Love Is In the Air: Valentine’s Day Fun in the 352

From romantic garden strolls to unique live shows, the 352 has everything couples (and friends) need to make Valentine's Day unforgettable.

News

15 hours ago in National

Investigation continues a week after Savannah Guthrie mother was reported missing

The urgent investigation into the apparent kidnapping of 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie continued Sunday, a week after the mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie was reported missing in Arizona.

15 hours ago in Sports, Trending

Seahawks ride their ‘Dark Side’ defense to a Super Bowl title, pounding the Patriots 29-13

The "Dark Side" defense carried Sam Darnold and the Seattle Seahawks to a Lombardi Trophy. Devon Witherspoon, Derick Hall, Byron Murphy and the rest of Mike Macdonald's ferocious unit pummeled Drake Maye, and the Seahawks beat the New England Patriots 29-13 on Sunday to win the franchise's second Super Bowl.

15 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending

Bad Bunny brings Gaga, Martin and Puerto Rican pride to Super Bowl as Green Day, Puth play pregame

Stars were front-and-center at Super Bowl 60, with Chris Pratt and Jon Bon Jovi introducing the teams, a series of soaring pre-game performances and Bad Bunny's much-anticipated halftime show featuring a tour of Puerto Rican culture and a real-life marriage.

15 hours ago in Olympics, Sports, Trending

Lindsey Vonn breaks leg in downhill crash at Winter Olympics, in stable condition at hospital

Lindsey Vonn's defiant bid to win the Winter Olympic downhill at the age of 41, on a rebuilt right knee and a badly injured left knee, ended Sunday in a frightening crash that left her with a broken leg and saw her taken to safety by a rescue helicopter for the second time in nine days.

4 days ago in Sports

Lindor, Correa off Puerto Rico’s WBC roster over insurance coverage, Báez for marijuana test

Francisco Lindor and Carlos Correa were left off Puerto Rico's roster for the World Baseball Classic over insurance coverage and Javy Báez for a positive 2023 marijuana test, while defending champion Japan entered a top group Thursday led by World Series champions Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto.

4 days ago in Sports

Matthew Stafford edges Drake Maye for the AP NFL Most Valuable Player award

Matthew Stafford walked away with the AP NFL Most Valuable Player award and a declaration that he's returning to the Los Angeles Rams for another season.

4 days ago in Olympics, Sports, Trending

The Milan Cortina Olympics will start with a four-site and two-cauldron opening ceremony

An unprecedented four-site, dual-cauldron Winter Olympics opening ceremony replete with references to Italian icons and culture — plus American pop diva Mariah Carey — was scheduled to officially start the Milan Cortina Games on Friday as the sports spectacle returns to a nation that last hosted the event 20 years ago.