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03/01/2025

Learning has evolved over the years. So has Marion County Public Schools! Check out the great things they're doing for our kids!

Online school recognized for excellence in virtual education, student support, and high-performance outcomes.

03/01/2025

💐🎶Prom season is here! It's a magical time for our high school students, but not everyone can afford all of the costs associated with it. Marion County Sheriff's Office wants to help! Get more details here: tinyurl.com/Prom-Apparel-Drive 👗🤵🏽

02/28/2025

𝗚𝗢, 𝗣𝗔𝗧𝗦! College of Central Florida softball swept Polk State in their Citrus Conference home opener!

Hailey Pyle delivers a complete-game performance as the College of Central Florida Patriots dominate Polk State in their first home conference matchup.

02/28/2025

🍓Fresh strawberries, live entertainment, a car show, kids' zone, and so much more - don't miss the Habitat Strawberry Festival tomorrow at McPherson Complex! Details: tinyurl.com/HabitatStrawberryFest

02/28/2025

Tourism is booming in Ocala/Marion County! Visitor spending, hotel stays, and local attractions are on the rise. See the latest numbers from Ocala/Marion County, Florida.

New data reveals a 17.2% rise in visitor spending and increased hotel occupancy, driven by horse events and local attractions.

02/28/2025

As featured in our weekend top picks: preparations for tomorrow's Habitat Strawberry Festival are in full swing! Are there any strawberry treats that you're excited to get your hands on?

02/28/2025

˜”*°•.˜”*°• MEET KRISTINA SEYMOUR •°*”˜.•°*”˜
This nine-year-old Hammet Bowen Elementary student is 𝘢𝘭𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘴 wearing her "smarty pants."

Nine-year-old Kristina Seymour has been accepted into the National Youth Leadership Forum: Pathways to STEM at the University of Miami

02/28/2025

☀🍓Sunshine, strawberries, and sweet 70s temps? This weekend’s weather is serving up a perfect excuse to binge outdoors - whether it’s yardwork or just soaking in the vibes. Get ready for a good one! 🌡🌞

Sunny skies and a refreshing breeze set the stage for the Habitat Ocala Strawberry Festival and Elite Bullriders Association World Finals.

02/28/2025

🌟 ᴄᴏᴜᴘʟᴇꜱ ᴡʜᴏ ᴍᴀᴋᴇ ᴀ ᴅɪꜰꜰᴇʀᴇɴᴄᴇ 🌟 Meet Ben Marciano Mayor of Ocala and his wife, Danielle - a powerhouse duo dedicated to faith, service, and giving back. From leading community initiatives to fostering children in need, their impact is truly inspiring! 💙 Read their story here! ⬇️

Discover how Ocala Mayor Ben Marciano and his wife, Danielle, are transforming their community with faith, leadership, and a passion for giving back.

02/27/2025

Marion County Animal Services reported 187 adoptable animals in their shelter this week.
You can bring home a new best friend, including these pets of the week, for just $14 through February!

02/27/2025

🍓🎡 There's plenty to see in the 352 all weekend long! For more, check out our EVENTS page. 🎹🎶

Check out concerts, festivals, date night activities, and more with beautiful weather this weekend.

02/27/2025

Florida Forest Service - Waccasassa Forestry Center tells us that a prescribed burn is currently underway at Ross Prairie making for a smoky ride and a displacement of forest critters. Drive with caution.

The Florida Forest Service is conducting a controlled 32-acre burn in northwest Ross Prairie State Forest in Marion County to maintain ecosystem health and prevent wildfires.

02/27/2025

**𝙲𝙰𝙻𝙻𝙸𝙽𝙶 𝙰𝙻𝙻 𝙻𝙾𝙲𝙰𝙻 𝙼𝚄𝚂𝙸𝙲𝙸𝙰𝙽𝚂**

Get ready to rock the stage and win big with WIND-FM's Battle of the Bands 2025! Find out how 👇

Submit your band’s performance video and compete for cash, a professional recording, and a music video at the Brick City Beer & Wine Festival

02/27/2025

*𝗠𝗜𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗘𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗡𝗚𝗘𝗥𝗘𝗗*
Marion County Sheriff's Office says Christopher Williams went missing last night, asking that you call 911 if you see him.

Authorities urge public to help locate 22-year-old with autism and schizophrenia last seen walking away from Ocala home.

02/27/2025

What do the Community Foundation Ocala Marion County and AdventHealth Ocala have in common? The Gerds! Learn more about how this couple makes a difference in Ocala every day.

Discover how Ashley and Ryan’s passion for service, leadership, and philanthropy is transforming lives in Ocala and inspiring others to give back.

02/26/2025

Stopped by World Equestrian Center - Ocala and saw poles lined up for The Florida Lineman Competition this Saturday. It'll be neat to see men and women who keep us connected during all Florida's weather mood swings!

02/26/2025

Learn more about an event leading up to International Women's Day - and learn a word in Aztec to share with your friends! 👇

Luncheon at the College of Central Florida to recognize local women’s contributions to Marion County’s equine sector on March 7, 2025.

02/26/2025

The Ocala Metro Chamber and Economic Partnership puts on quite the lunch! Learning and celebrating our community is something we're strongly committed to, making these events the highlight of our day. Share your photos with us!