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‘Jokes on You’ comedy tour coming to Reilly Arts Center this...

The Jokes on You Comedy Tour is coming to the Reilly Arts Center on Friday, October 4 at 7:30 p.m. The show will feature Artie Fletcher, Jimmy "JJ" Walker, & Bob Nelson, who have over 80 TV credits between them.

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Motorist hospitalized after rollover crash at busy Ocala intersection

A motorist was transported to an area hospital Tuesday morning following a rollover crash in Ocala.

Marion County Search and Rescue hosting bowling fundraiser on Aug. 24

Venue changed for controversial indicted Trump adviser’s visit to Ocala

Ocala Health cuts ribbon on new Maricamp Emergency Room

FHP identifies 79-year-old man killed in crash outside Market of Marion...

Ocala Photos

Stunning scenery at the Wetland Groundwater Recharge Park
Ancient oaks line the property along with other natural Florida plant-life creating stunning scenery at the Wetland Groundwater Recharge Park in Ocala. Photo courtesy of Ocala-News.com Staff. Do you have photos of Ocala that you would like to share? Share your photos with us and we will share them with the community. Did you know […]
Stopping to pose in Ocala
Check out this photo of this beautiful horse posing at the fence.
Enjoying retirement in Ocala
Enjoying a run around the pasture, retirement life is good.
Sun peeking out behind the clouds over Ocala
A rare sighting of the sun peeking behind a cloud over Ocala. What a perfect break from all the rain. Photo courtesy of Dwayne Szymanski. Do you have photos of Ocala that you would like to share? Share your photos with us and we will share them with the community. Did you know we now […]
Beautiful oaks line the scenic views at Chazal Park
A beautiful day at Chazal Park in Ocala.
Lush scenery at Heritage Nature Conservancy
Beautiful and lush scenery at the Heritage Nature Conservancy in Ocala.
Stunning natural landscaping along Santos Trailhead
The Santos Trailhead is the perfect spot to ride your bike and enjoy nature on paved trails.
Vibrant sunset over Ocala
A stunning violet and magenta sunset captured over Ocala.
Grazing under a rainbow in Ocala
Horses enjoying a beautiful evening at Crown Thoroughbreds in Ocala.
Blue skies over Ocala City Hall
Citizens Circle at Ocala City Hall on a beautiful day.

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FHP identifies 79-year-old man killed in crash outside Market of Marion in Belleview

The Florida Highway Patrol has identified the Ocala man killed in a Sunday afternoon crash outside the Market of Marion in Belleview.

Lily’s Pad Splash Pad to close for routine maintenance

The splash pad at Lillian Bryant Park will close August 21 for routine maintenance.

‘Lost Springs’ documentary on Ocklawaha River to be screened at Appleton Museum

The Appleton Museum of Arts will host a screening of the documentary on the Ocklawaha River "Lost Springs" on Saturday, August 24.

79-year-old Ocala man killed in crash outside Market of Marion in Belleview

A 79-year-old Ocala man was killed Sunday afternoon when his vehicle collided three times with a large van on a roadway outside the Market of Marion in Belleview.

Belleview teenager in need of kidney boosted by fundraiser and trip to jet ski...

From a fundraiser at a Villages restaurant to a special trip to Louisiana, the past few weeks have been a whirlwind of blessings for a Belleview teenager in desperate need of a kidney.

Marion County Building Industry Association hosting casino gala benefit for Veterans Helping Veterans

The Marion County Building Industry Association (MCBIA) will host a casino gala benefit for Veterans Helping Veterans on Friday, August 23 from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at the One Health Center (1714 Southwest 17th St.)

Red Crab serving up seafood, drinks in former Crispers location

Red Crab, a new seafood restaurant with a bevy of daily specials and drink options, is looking to bring a new flavor to a location formerly housed by Crispers.