Local » Page 2

In the foreground people sitting in chairs, while moving toward the background, there are tables with multiple people sitting in front of them, and behind them there is a dais with people sitting behind that and a huge monitor, behind the people. Toward the right there's another table toward the wall, and in front of that a man is in front of a podium with a microphone.

2 weeks ago

Questions Remain as Dunnellon City Council Holds Public Hearing on Railroad Tie Fire

Dunnellon City Council held a public hearing with much of the discussion centering around what should be done concerning the Feb. 1, 2026, railroad tie fire, and if it was possible to join Marion County's injunction.

sushi feast ocala selection of sushi nigiri

2 weeks ago

Feast Mode: New All-You-Can-Eat Sushi Spot Opens in Ocala

New Sushi Feast in Ocala offers diners an all-you-can-eat Japanese dining experience.

A woman on the left wearing a ball cap, white blouse and blue skirt standing next to a man wearing a white ball cap, blue shirt and tan pants, standing on grass, in front of a marathon course combined driving hazard with a placard with an insignia and writing attached to the hazard, with live oak trees and Spanish moss hanging in the background.

2 weeks ago

Ocala’s Live Oak International Celebrates 35 Years of International Equestrian Sport Success

Ocala's Live Oak International has evolved from its nascent stages into an internationally renowned equestrian sports event, attracting many of the most prominent names in combined driving and show jumping to the area.

People sitting at tables, in a school cafeteria, with overhead lights, pictures and mosaics on the wall, with the audience fixated on the speaker, just off to the far right.

2 weeks ago

Marion County Schools Hears Community Input on Northend Elementary Rezoning

A Marion County Public School community meeting was held March 9, 2026, at Sparr Elementary to gather input from the community regarding rezoning.

A mural with a red umbrella that reads, "Under One Umbrella - An Ocala favorite since 2008"

2 weeks ago

352Eats: Tacos Y Mas Brings Big Burritos and Bold Latin Flavor to Ocala

Tacos Y Mas opened as an expansion at the new Paddock Market, offering Latin street food and cuisine to market diners.

The exterior of a candy store features a gray door with two large windows on either side of the door with gray borders. In front of the window on the right is a tall table with three tall seats around it. A palm plant pokes into view in front of the shop. Above the door is a green, wooden sign that reads, "Wilderness Trading Post." On either side of the sign are colorful signs reading, "Sweet Janes Candy Store."

3 weeks ago

352Eats: Sweet Jane’s Candy Store Handcrafted and Nostalgic Treats

Sweet Jane's Candy Store and Trading Post features all essential and delicious items need for staying at the Wilderness RV Resort.

An American flag on the left, rifles to the left of the primary image of the head and upper of a soldier in combat gear, with planes to his right, and insignia in the lower right-hand corner.

3 weeks ago

Dinner to Commemorate Inaugural Inductee Class for Marion County Veterans Hall of Fame Set for March 19

The Marion County Veterans Hall of Fame has become a reality, and will induct its first 12 members on March 19, 2026, at a dinner and ceremony at the Southeastern Livestock Pavilion.

Two colored images side-by-side of a male musician on the left and a female musician on the right.

3 weeks ago

Faith, Music and Community Take the Stage at Wayfest 2026 in Dunnellon

A free Christian music festival in Dunnellon will bring national and local artists together for a day of live performances, faith and community at Wayfest on March 14.

A woman in a red shirt stands in front of a large RV with the door open and stairs down. The RV stands in a grass field.

3 weeks ago

Ocala RV Show Starts Off Strong this Weekend | PHOTOS

The Ocala RV Show is showcasing a wide variety of motorhomes and trailers for guests to explore and discuss with representatives.

In foreground, a paved parking lot, green grass, with sidewalks in front of a building, with windows, columns and door, with the background of a brick-colored wall, a facade featuring letter, numbers and insignia.

3 weeks ago

Marion County Commission Hears Funding Options for Parks and Recreation Department

The Trust for Public Land made a presentation in relation to funding options for the Marion County Parks and Recreation Department at a Marion County Board of County Commissioners workshop session on March 3, 2026.

A beige background, with blue to the left and right, with flag on either side of the center beige background. A multi-colored insignia with writing an images in the center, in front of the beige background, with a gray wall underneath the insignia at the bottom of the background.

3 weeks ago

Marion County Commission Approves Abrogation for Abandoned Tract of Land

The Marion County Board of County Commissioners approved an abrogation for a tract of land in the Carriage Hill subdivision.

A fiberglass horse, stabilized over grass, with trees, two men talking and a building in the background.

3 weeks ago

The City of Ocala’s Vulnerability Assessment Identifies At-Risk Areas for Flooding

The City of Ocala engineer and director of engineering and water resources made a vulnerability assessment presentation before the Ocala City Council identifying vulnerable infrastructure at risk of flooding and outlining a plan to mitigate those risks.

A building, with white trim, columns, a facade with lettering and steps leading toward the glass front doors.

3 weeks ago

Ocala City Council Passes Rezoning of Two Parcels to Light Industrial

Two parcels that had previously been zoned planned development, will now be light industrial with the Ocala City Council unanimously voting to approve the ordinance amendment at their March 3, 2026, meeting.

In the foreground is a light pole with autumn-colored leave and a sideways sign reading, "Ocala. Find your place." In the background are trees, buildings and multiple poles with similar leaves and signs reading rules. There are also tables with umbrellas and walking paths for public use.

4 weeks ago

Ocala City Council to Hold Public Hearing on Ordinance to Rezone Parcels

The Ocala City Council is holding a public hearing at their March 3, 2026, meeting in relation to an ordinance that would rezone parcels from vacant and single family residential to light industrial.

A colored photo of a restaurant building with a sign that reads, "Wolfy's."

4 weeks ago

Wolfy’s Ocala Now Under Scrambles Management

Wolfy's on Silver Springs Blvd. is now under the management of Scrambles Cafe, with renovations underway.

4 weeks ago

What salary do I need to afford a house in Ocala in 2026?

Redfin Real Estate compiled data on the salary required to buy a home in Ocala, FL.

Glass door to the left, bring wall with a numbers on a placard above large placard with letters and numbers.

4 weeks ago

Marion County Commission Workshop Will Focus on Parks and Recreation

A Marion County Board of County Commissioners workshop will be held March 3 discussing options for funding for the Parks and Recreation department with a presentation being made by the Trust for Public Land.

A white calendar background with a sign that reads, "Lollygaggers Bar & Grill Dunnellon FL" with a coming soon underneath written in red ink.

4 weeks ago

Lollygaggers Sports Pub & Grill to Open Location in Dunnellon

The North Central Florida-centric chain is expanding its footprint to Dunnellon.

pickleball racquet ball stock image ocala

4 weeks ago

Sports Chain Pickleball Kingdom to Open Indoor Facility in Ocala This Weekend

The national indoor pickleball franchise will celebrate its grand opening Feb. 28 and March 1 at its new climate-controlled facility.

A black-and-white photo of a eight spring wagon with two horses pulling it.

4 weeks ago

Defunct Ocala: The Carriage Cavalcade, a Forgotten Showcase of Transportation History

During the height of Silver Springs' reign in Ocala, one of its many attractions blended natural wonders with transportation history.

News

2 hours ago in National

A 14-year-old running for governor is the first teen to get on Vermont’s general election ballot

Looking back, gubernatorial candidate Dean Roy says his political ambitions started in the eighth grade. And by that he means, last year. After working as a legislative page at the Vermont Statehouse, the 14-year-old freshman at Stowe High School now has his sights set on the corner office.

2 hours ago in Lifestyle

Having a conversation and creating best practices for your child’s social media use

In a pivotal moment that underscored how powerful and immersive social platforms can be for children and teens, a jury in California this week found both Meta and YouTube liable for mental health harms to kids using their services.

2 hours ago in Sports, Trending

Tom Brady says he’s weighed coming out of retirement, but the NFL doesn’t like the idea

Tom Brady revealed in an interview released on Thursday that he considered coming out of retirement, but the National Football League wasn't particularly receptive to the idea.

3 hours ago in National, Trending

Savannah Guthrie to return to ‘Today’ on April 6 after mother’s disappearance

After a two-month absence sparked by her 84-year-old mother's apparent abduction, Savannah Guthrie will return to NBC's "Today" show next month, saying in an interview that aired Friday "joy will be my protest."

1 day ago in Sports

Lewis Hamilton makes it clear he’s back in the F1 chase: ‘I’ve not lost what I had’

Lewis Hamilton is F1's most decorated driver. He's won the most races (105), claimed the most poles (104) and has been on the podium 207 times. And the British driver is tied at seven with Michael Schumacher for world championships.

1 day ago in Sports

March Madness meets the iPad era: How coaches’ challenges are changing the game

Florida's Boogie Fland was driving to the basket with 1:10 remaining and a three-point lead over Iowa when Hawkeyes forward Cooper Koch stepped into the lane, swatted at the ball and it sailed out of bounds. Officials ruled it Florida's ball.

1 day ago in Entertainment, Music

Fetty Wap has a lot to say on ‘Zavier.’ It’s his first album since being released from prison

Fetty Wap is beaming so big, it is almost as if his smile enters the room before he does. And these days, the Paterson, New Jersey-born melodic rapper and singer has a lot to be happy about.