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36 parking spaces added to downtown Ocala after restrictions lifted on reserved lot
Downtown Ocala shop closing after decades in business
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Trio wanted by Ocala police for stealing $2K in baby clothes from local store
The Ocala Police Department is asking for help from the public to identify three individuals who allegedly stole several thousand dollars’ worth of baby clothes from a local store.
Ocala equestrian competing in Summer Olympics in Paris
Will Coleman, an equestrian event rider who trains in Ocala, is one of four individuals representing the United States Olympic Eventing Team at the Olympic Games in Paris, France later this month.
Free State of Florida: New welcome signs at state entry points
The state of Florida has installed a series of new signs at its entry points that tout its status as a "free state."
Woman riding with boyfriend, not infant, in fatal head-on collision near Ocala National Forest
An accident near the Ocala National Forest on July 4 claimed the lives of a 19-year-old woman, a dog, and the woman's boyfriend, not an infant, as previously reported by the Florida Highway Patrol.
Reading with Rangers continues at Tuscawilla park this week
The Reading with Rangers & Friends program will make its next stop at Tuscawilla Park this week.
Marion man gets 2 years behind bars, house arrest for possessing child p*rn
A 39-year-old Marion County man has been sentenced to two years in federal prison and six years of house arrest after being convicted of possessing child p*rnography.
Board approves ‘shocking’ $2.9 million contract for design of new school in Silver Springs Shores
After expressing shock at the overall price tag, Marion school officials approved a nearly $3-million contract on Tuesday evening for the design of a new middle school in Silver Springs Shores.
Missing 51-year-old man last seen in southeast Marion County
Law enforcement authorities are asking for help from the public to locate a missing and endangered 51-year-old man who was last seen two weeks ago in southeast Marion County.
Gun, marijuana found in Ocala man’s car after fleeing traffic stop
A 23-year-old Ocala man accused of fleeing from a traffic stop is facing additional charges after a loaded handgun and marijuana were allegedly found in his car.
Ochella music event coming to downtown Ocala
The Ocala Downtown Market will host its inaugural "Ochella" experience this weekend, featuring live music, art, food, and local vendors.
Bail denied for Marion teen accused of sexually assaulting 91-year-old neighbor
A 14-year-old boy accused of entering a 91-year-old neighbor's home and sexually assaulting the woman in her bed, leaving her covered in blood and bruises, will remain in custody after he was denied bail by the judge in his case.
Restaurateur breathing new life into former seafood staple in Ocala
A restaurateur is breathing new life into a west Ocala space with a menu that features a variety of seafood and chicken options.
Ocala women arrested for street racing with child in car
Two women were arrested by Ocala police after they allegedly raced their vehicles on SW College Road while being accompanied by a minor passenger.
2-vehicle accident causes slowdown on I-75
A two-vehicle accident caused delays this morning on a stretch of Interstate 75 in Ocala.
I-75 on-ramp at SR 200 temporarily closing for resurfacing
An on-ramp from State Road 200 to Interstate 75 will be temporarily closed this week as crews work to resurface the highway.
$2.9 million contract to design new middle school in Silver Springs Shores coming up for vote
The Marion County School Board will vote on whether or not to enter into a $2.9 million contract with a South Florida-based company that is hoping to design a new middle school in Silver Springs Shores.
Ocala country star releasing first album, competing to be in Rolling Stone magazine
A local country artist is continuing to make big strides in his career, having recently announced the release date of his first full-length album, as well as his nomination to become "America's Next Top Hitmaker" and be featured in Rolling Stone.
Deputy says man disposed of cocaine, marijuana near Ocala home during curbside drug deal
A 35-year-old man is accused of discarding multiple bags of drugs near an Ocala home after he was spotted by a Marion County Sheriff's deputy who allegedly watched the man walk up to a vehicle to sell the drugs.
Heat advisory across Marion County, north Florida as heat index exceeds 110
The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for multiple cities and counties across north Florida, including Marion County and Ocala, advising residents to stay out of the sun and avoid temperatures that may feel as high as 111 degrees Fahrenheit.
500-unit development planned for southwest Ocala under review
The Ocala Planning and Zoning Commission will review a developer's plan to build 480 apartment units and 48 townhomes on a nearly 53-acre property in southwest Ocala.
Bomb testing continues this week in Ocala National Forest
The United States Navy will continue its bomb tests this week at the Ocala National Forest.
Traffic signals down at SR 464 intersection
Crews are working to fix traffic signals that lost power at an intersection along State Road 464 on Monday morning.
Have you tried this new cafe in Ocala?
A new cafe near downtown Ocala has drawn hundreds of favorable reviews from visitors in its first few months.
Local church hosting fundraiser to stock food pantry
A church in Silver Springs is selling Polynesian pork entrees in exchange for donations that it will use to restock its food pantry.
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36 parking spaces added to downtown Ocala after restrictions lifted on reserved lot
Downtown Ocala shop closing after decades in business
Trio wanted by Ocala police for stealing $2K in baby clothes from local store
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36 parking spaces added to downtown Ocala after restrictions lifted on reserved lot
Ocala Fire Rescue adds ‘groundbreaking’ new fire truck to fleet
Salvation Army suspends public meal distribution at downtown Ocala site
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