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The Madras Cafe closes after dozens of roaches found during inspection

The Madras Cafe in Ocala was temporarily closed earlier this week after an inspector found 25 health code violations, including the presence of roach activity.

Florida Aquatics Swimming & Training to celebrate first year in Ocala with open house

Florida Aquatics Swimming & Training is inviting the community to attend an open house on Sunday, April 2, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., in celebration of the facility’s first year in Ocala.

Two Ocala Dollar General stores facing $710,000 fine for safety violations

The U.S. Department of Labor has proposed a fine of over $710,000 for two Dollar General stores in Ocala that are accused of committing multiple workplace safety violations.

Levitt AMP Ocala Music Series accepting vendor applications through March 16

The City of Ocala is looking for local nonprofit, artisan, and craft vendors that would like to participate in the upcoming 2023 Levitt AMP Ocala Music Series.

Region’s post-holiday unemployment rate slightly increases to 3.3%

The unemployment rate in the CareerSource Citrus Levy Marion region was 3.3% in January 2023, which is 0.4 percentage points higher than December 2022 and 1.3 percentage points lower than the region’s rate from a year ago.

Explosion at Japanese steakhouse in Ocala sends two people to hospital

Two people were hospitalized on Thursday evening after suffering burns in an explosion at a Japanese steakhouse in Ocala.

Levitt AMP Ocala Music Series returns next month, food trucks needed

The City of Ocala is looking for local food trucks to participate in the 2023 Levitt AMP Ocala Music Series, which returns to Webb Field on Friday, April 14.  

Marion County Children’s Alliance seeks nominations for annual Excellence, Vision Awards

The Marion County Children’s Alliance is currently accepting nominations for two annual awards recognizing local organizations that help the youth in Marion County.

Buc-ee’s coming to Ocala after Marion County commissioners approve zoning request

A new Buc-ee’s travel center is coming to Ocala. On Tuesday, the Marion County Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved a rezoning request from Buc-ee’s Ocala, LLC to build an 80,000 square-foot travel center on a 32.83-acre portion of Baldwin Angus Ranch.

CareerSource CLM to host ‘The Heart of HR’ conference at World Equestrian Center

CareerSource Citrus Levy Marion, in partnership with the Ocala Human Resources Management Association, will host "The Heart of HR: Motivate Innovate Cultivate" conference on Tuesday, March 7 at the World Equestrian Center's Expo Center 1.

Mega Job Fair heads to College of Central Florida this week

CareerSource Citrus Levy Marion will host the Mega Job Fair in Ocala this week for individuals who are seeking new career opportunities.

Ocala FPRA issues call for entries in 2023 Mid-Florida Local Image Awards competition

The Ocala Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association has released its call for entries for this year's Mid-Florida Local Image Awards competition.

Ocala seeks company to operate cafe inside Mary Sue Rich Community Center

The City of Ocala is currently seeking a qualified company to lease and operate a cafe inside the Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place.

Belleview seeks business vendors for this month’s Friday Foodie Fest

The Friday Foodie Fest will return to Belleview later this month, and the city is currently looking for local business vendors that would like to participate in the event.

Marion Technical College to host two community job fairs next week

Marion Technical College will host two community job fairs next week for local welders, fabricators, and CDL drivers.

Community Foundation accepting nominations through February 1 for inaugural Inspire Gala

The Community Foundation for Ocala/Marion County will host its inaugural Inspire Gala in March to honor members of the community for their efforts to create change and leave a lasting impact. The deadline to submit a nomination is on Wednesday, February 1 at 9 p.m.

Ocala firefighters extinguish small fire inside Wendy’s

A small fire ignited inside a Wendy’s fast-food restaurant in Ocala on Saturday evening.

Early Learning Coalition of Marion County hires new CEO

The Early Learning Coalition of Marion County has a new chief executive officer (CEO).

Friday Foodie Fest returns to Belleview later this month, vendors needed

The Friday Foodie Fest is set to return to Belleview later this month, and the city is looking for local vendors that would like to participate in the recurring event.

Belleview Community Center seeks local businesses to host free programs

The Belleview Community Center is currently looking for local businesses that are interested in hosting free programs for members of the community.

Community Foundation’s inaugural Inspire Gala set for March 3

The Community Foundation for Ocala/Marion County will host its inaugural Inspire Gala in March to honor members of the community for their efforts to create change and leave a lasting impact.

Tasty Bowl in Ocala temporarily closed after health inspection failure

Tasty Bowl in Ocala was temporarily closed last week after a health inspector found three violations, including the presence of roach activity.

Mary Sue Rich Community Center ribbon cutting ceremony set for January 10

A ribbon cutting ceremony will be held on Tuesday, January 10, from 11 a.m. to noon, to celebrate the opening of the brand-new Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place in Ocala.

Ocala PR professional chosen for prestigious leadership program

Ocala resident Christopher Bradford has been selected for LeadershipFPRA, an intensive Florida Public Relations Association leadership program featuring seminar-style training classes from a faculty comprised of accomplished professionals in the state.