352 WEEKEND EVENT TOP PICKS SEPT. 18-20: Poetry, Art and Books
Enjoy poetry, art and books this weekend with educational activities for everyone to enjoy.
News
Marion County growth hits 447,000 as Commissioner Curry warns a building freeze won’t fix traffic
Commissioner Craig Curry told residents Tuesday that the county has already reached population levels once projected for 2030 and that a total moratorium would recreate Great Recession job losses instead of catching roads up.
Give4Marion raises more than $2.3 million for Marion County charities, throws great party (PHOTOS)
More than 100 local nonprofit organizations will benefit from the annual two-day fundraising campaign.
Albelo’s Sub Shop brings big flavor and plenty of variety to Ocala lunches
Discover Albelo’s Sub Shop in Ocala, where fresh-made subs meet homemade soups, salads, keto bowls, wraps and sweet treats. With a wide-ranging menu and seasonal fall favorites, there’s something for every appetite.
30-year-old Lake City woman arrested for DUI homicide after fatal accident in Alachua County
Shateria Glenn is charged with DUI and causing the death of a bicyclist she allegedly struck with her car in Alachua County.
Marion County pauses large commercial data centers for a year with a 50-megawatt cutoff on who still gets through
Marion County approved a 12-month moratorium on large commercial data centers of 50 megawatts or more after a 4-1 vote over smaller-plant exemptions
Ocala Council backs City Manager Pete Lee contract renewal after property owner blasts code enforcement culture
Businessman Clay Albright told the Ocala City Council that an “embedded cancerous culture” in code enforcement has frightened business owners and that some fear retribution, while Councilman Jim Hilty voted ‘no’ on Lee’s contract and other members said the division needs fixing but Lee should stay.
City of Ocala to host local International Coastal Clean-Up event at Tuscawilla Park Sept. 19
The annual event brings together individuals and local businesses and organizations to help beautify one of the downtown area’s outdoor jewels.
Ocala’s Sunset Songs series returns to Citizens’ Circle beginning Oct. 9
The annual evening concert series runs from October through March and brings local and regional acts to downtown Ocala for free.
Ocala Radio Control Flying Club to host Twelve O’clock High
The Ocala Radio Control Flying Club is hosting a Twelve O’clock High from Sept.17-20.