Ocala Fire Rescue Breaks Ground on Station #8 in Ocala’s Northwest Corridor
Local luminaries gathered for the ceremonial groundbreaking for the forthcoming Ocala Fire Rescue Station #8.
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Overnight Collision on Northbound I-75 Involves Four Tractor Trailers, One Driver Hospitalized
Northbound I-74 was closed for several hours overnight after a collision involving multiple semis occurred just north of the CR 484 exit.
Marion County Commissioners Kick Off 86th Southeastern Youth Fair with Proclamation
The Marion County Board of County Commissioners issued a proclamation celebrating the Southeastern Youth Fair, which kicks off Feb. 19
Marion County Commission Approves Zoning Modification for RV Park with Margaritaville-Themed Amenities
The Marion County Board of County Commissioners approved a zoning modification for text amendments for an RV Park from being a PUD with private amenities to a PUD with public amenities, by a 4-1 vote.
Cross-Partisan Depolarization Group Marion County Alliance of Braver Angels to Meet at Main Public Library Feb. 19
A local branch of national cross-partisan group Braver Angels will meet at the Marion County Public Library on Feb. 19.
City of Ocala Now Accepting Applications for 2026 Ocala Citizens Academy
Twenty-five City of Ocala residents will be selected from the applications to undergo an 11-week immersion in municipal governance.
Marion County Engineer Provides Snapshot of Current Road Projects at Commission Meeting
The Marion County Office of the County Engineer provided the Marion County Board of County Commissioners with a snapshot of road projects within the county at their meeting Feb. 17, 2026.
Nominations for Community Foundation for Ocala/Marion’s 2026 Inspire Gala Closing Soon
Marion County is almost out of time to nominate their favorite philanthropists, nonprofits and corporate partners for the 2026 Inspire Gala.
Lake County to Offer Extended Passport Processing Hours during Spring Break
Residents can access the extended passport processing hours at two locations by appointment only.
Historic Ocala Church Turns to Public for Help Finishing New House of Worship
Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, whose previous location was purchased by the City of Ocala, has started a GoFundMe to finish the process of building a new house of worship.