Autism Awareness Advocates Prepare for 17th ‘Stomp the Swamp’ in Gainesville
This year’s Stomp the Swamp for Autism Acceptance and Awareness will appropriately be held at Gainesville’s Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on March 7.
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Ocala Nonprofit Horse Farms Forever Opposes Changes to Make Margaritaville RV Park Bigger, Public
The Marion County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider a zoning modification from a planned unit development with private amenities to one with public amenities. However, the proposed RV park, which is currently under development is in the Farmland Preservation area.
Project Pawsitivity: Happy, Goofy, and Full of Love
Hershey’s is ready for her kisses at the Humane Society of Marion County.
Peach Valley Cafe to Open at Former Bob Evans Site in Ocala
The former Bob Evans restaurant on SR 200 will soon welcome a Peach Valley Cafe to the busy Ocala corridor.
Ocala Mayor’s Life Story Resonates Powerfully with Youth at Silver Springs Youth Academy
City of Ocala Mayor Ben Marciano shared a stirring testimonial at the Silver Springs Youth Academy, on the importance of serving God and others.
Love at First Bite: Where to Indulge Your Sweet Tooth in Ocala for Valentine’s Day and Beyond
These local Ocala bakeries and restaurants offer desserts for every occasion.
Decoupling Bill that could Negatively Impact Marion Thoroughbred Industry Passes State House
The Florida House of Representatives passed a vote Feb. 11, regarding HB 881, which would allow thoroughbred racetracks in the state to decouple their on-site casino permit from their live racing permit, and stop running horses.
27th Annual Stop Children’s Cancer Bear-A-Thon Raises $100,000 for Pediatric Cancer Research
Ocala radio stations 97.3 K-Country and 92.5/95.5 Wind-FM helped Stop Children’s Cancer raise more than $100,000 for pediatric cancer research in a single day.
Depression on Empire Church Road in Groveland Confirmed to Be Sinkhole
The depression that opened up on Lake County’s Empire Church Road on Feb. 2 has been confirmed to be a sinkhole.
HCA Florida Gainesville Hospital to Host Weekly Walk-In Hiring Events Prior to Spring 2026 Opening
“Talent Thursdays” will take place every Thursday from 1 to 3 p.m. at the new hospital campus in Gainesville.