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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
A popular cafe that opened in downtown Ocala in 2016 is moving into a new space that was vacated by a fine dining restaurant earlier this summer.
A registered sex offender was arrested by Marion County deputies on Tuesday morning after he allegedly barricaded himself inside a Silver Springs home and threatened to shoot any responding law enforcement officers.

Headlines
News, events, politics, government in Ocala, Florida

City sues uninsured motorist for power pole accident

The city of Ocala is seeking over $5,000 in damages and court costs from a Summerfield man to cover the cost of a power pole that he allegedly crashed into.

Over $22,000 raised at Boys and Girls Club of Marion County golf event

The 6th annual Grip It-N-Rip It for Kids Golf Tournament was held this week to benefit the Boys and Girls Club of Marion County.

Ocala man charged in fatal shooting of 34-year-old man

A 25-year-old man has been charged with second-degree murder in connection with a fatal shooting that claimed the life of a man in southeast Ocala in July.

Local first responders recognized for saving 51-year-old patient’s life

An Ocala police officer and three Marion County first responders were recognized this week after their actions helped save a patient's life in late August.

Ocala couple sues insurance company over hail, wind damage to home

An Ocala couple is suing their insurance company for allegedly not covering the expenses the husband and wife incurred from fixing their home after it was damaged by hail and wind.

Korean hot pot spot ‘coming soon’ to Ocala

A highly anticipated Korean restaurant says it is "coming soon" to Ocala.

Government
Government meetings, press releases, and Politics in Ocala, Florida

Dispose of unwanted tires for free on October 7

The City of Ocala will be hosting a free tire disposal event for residents on Saturday, October 7, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

City considering $900,000 laptop purchase to improve remote work efficiency

Ocala officials will consider a proposal to purchase over $900,000 worth of laptops to replace 6-year-old devices that staff say cannot be upgraded to Windows 11. 

Street renamed to honor Marion County educator

A street in Ocala has been renamed in honor of an 84-year-old retired educator who spent three decades teaching children in Marion County.

Marion County commissioners adopt $1.4 billion budget for 2023-2024

The Marion County Board of County Commissioners has adopted the final budget for next fiscal year, which totals $1.4 billion and runs from October 1, 2023 to September 30, 2024.

Ocala has new mayor; two council members retain seats in general election

It took eight months and four elections, but Tuesday night the Ocala City Council was finally made whole again.

Marion County to host passport, marriage license events this month

The Marion County Clerk of Court and Comptroller’s Office will host Marriage License and Passport Day events with extended hours on Wednesday, September 27 through Friday, September 29 at the Marion County Clerk of Court Annex Building in Ocala.

Business
Business news, press releases and openings in Ocala, Florida

The Sunny Pint opening new taproom in Ocala

A taproom that opened its first location in Wildwood in 2020 has expanded into east Ocala.

New flower boutique open in Ocala

A former teacher has opened a new flower boutique in Ocala that offers high-quality flowers and plants for all occasions, as well as a 50% discount for anything purchased for school staff.

Jamaican restaurant in east Ocala serving up authentic, homemade recipes

A son who is carrying on the tradition and recipes of his mother is serving up dishes of authentic Jamaican cuisine in east Ocala.

Tumbling, gymnastics spot now open in northeast Ocala

A new business offering tumbling, gymnastics, and fitness classes in northeast Ocala celebrated its grand opening earlier this summer.

New loaded french fry truck serving Ocala

A new food truck that specializes in loaded french fries will soon begin serving Ocala and the surrounding communities.

New animal hospital opening 9,000-sq-ft facility in Marion County

A local university that teaches a holistic approach to veterinary care will celebrate the grand opening of a new 9,000-square-foot facility in Marion County at the end of this month.

Photos
Photos in and around Ocala, Florida

Great egret visiting Publix at Forty East Shopping Center

This gorgeous great egret decided to pay a visit to the parking lot of the Publix at Forty East Shopping Center in Ocala. Thanks to Bertaliz Febres for sharing!

Pileated woodpeckers on tree trunk in Inverness

These pileated woodpeckers were chasing each other around a tree trunk along Turner Camp Road in Inverness. Thanks to Barbara Cabrera for sharing!

More Headlines
News, events, politics, government in Ocala, Florida

Dispose of unwanted tires for free on October 7

The City of Ocala will be hosting a free tire disposal event for residents on Saturday, October 7, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Burglary, fraud suspect wanted by Ocala police

Law enforcement officers in Marion County are asking for help from the public to locate a 22-year-old man who is wanted in connection with multiple burglary and fraud cases.

Chalk artists needed for upcoming competition at Tuscawilla Art Park

The City of Ocala Cultural Arts Division is seeking artists to take part in a juried chalk art competition on Saturday, January 27, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 

Four arrested, including three Ocala men, on drug and firearm charges in Citrus County

Three Ocala men, along with a man from Wildwood, were arrested in Citrus County last week on drug and firearm-related offenses in connection with a drug trafficking investigation.

Marion County’s annual Carnival returns to Southeastern Livestock Pavilion this weekend

The Marion County Parks and Recreation Department’s annual Carnival is returning to Ocala this weekend.

Largest wine store in Ocala celebrating 1-year anniversary

An Ocala shop that offers nearly 500 different types of wine will soon celebrate its one-year anniversary at Six Gun Plaza.

Chalk artists needed for upcoming competition at Tuscawilla Art Park

The City of Ocala Cultural Arts Division is seeking artists to take part in a juried chalk art competition on Saturday, January 27, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 

Marion County’s annual Carnival returns to Southeastern Livestock Pavilion this weekend

The Marion County Parks and Recreation Department’s annual Carnival is returning to Ocala this weekend.

Ocali Country Days coming to Silver River Museum in November

Ocali Country Days are returning to the Silver River Museum in November, and the festival will allow visitors to experience the Florida of yesteryear.

We need more stores and a big mall

"I just moved to Ocala a year ago. Yes, we need more stores around here because they are too far away. We need a big mall, Costco, Target, Burlington, Ross, dd's store, TJ Maxx, all the good stores," says Marion Oaks resident Carmen Gonzalez in a Letter to the Editor.

Reader responds to letter about destruction of Marion County

"Marion County has gone downhill. I moved here from New Mexico on December 1, 2010. Previously, I lived in Lake City, Florida. I should have moved back there instead of to Ocala. When living in Lake City, we used to visit Silver Springs water park and ride the glass bottom boats, visit the animal shows, etc. All of that is gone now," says Silver Springs Shores resident James P. Fallucco in a Letter to the Editor.

The destruction of Marion County and its natural resources

"I see our county commissioners lining their pockets and not even considering for a minute what they're doing to our environment, the animals, the trees, and the land. Our way of life in Marion County is being destroyed as quickly as a few county commissioners can fill their bank accounts. It seems to me that humanity across the board has taken a back seat to money and greed. So much for the Horse Capital of the World," says Ocala resident Michelle Moore in a Letter to the Editor.

4 children hospitalized after school bus overturns in Marion County

A school bus overturned on County Road 464 in Marion County on Friday afternoon, sending four children to a local hospital.

Street renamed to honor Marion County educator

A street in Ocala has been renamed in honor of an 84-year-old retired educator who spent three decades teaching children in Marion County.

Construction begins on $20 million nursing center at College of Central Florida

Construction is officially underway on a new two-story, $20 million nursing center at the College of Central Florida’s campus in Ocala.

Frank Ferris Dunham III

Frank Dunham enjoyed fishing, card games and drag racing.

William Colin Rollins

Bill Rollins was a dedicated and decorated member of the Washington D.C. Metropolitan Police Department for 23 years before retiring to Ocala.

Jean Lynelle Purcell

Lynelle Purcell was a faithful member of Pleasant Grove Missionary Baptist Church in Oxford, where she played the organ and piano.
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