Good morning, Ocala.

The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children has issued an urgent alert for 16-year-old Adom Kinkead, last seen in Ocala, Florida on December 10, 2024, urging anyone with information to come forward.

An Ocala man with past theft convictions was arrested for stealing nearly $680 in merchandise from a Lowe's store, identified using facial recognition.

Casana Fink from Ocala, Florida, was named fourth runner-up at the Miss America contest, winning a total of $13,000 in scholarships.

Ocala is named the top growth city of 2024 by U-Haul due to its affordable cost of living and robust job market, marking its second top ranking in three years.

Former Florida Governor Buddy MacKay, known for his public service and brief tenure as governor, passed away at 91.

Forest High School won its fourth Marion Athletic conference championship, with Trinity Catholic and St. John making final four, and Rylee Palmateer among the standout nominees for the 2024-25 Star-Banner all-county girls volleyball team.

Brick City Anime Festival Weekend Pass

The Brick City Anime Festival, held at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala, FL, features discounted ticket prices and promises a vibrant celebration of anime culture.

Park After Dark: 1980's Concert Featuring Napoleon Complex

Enjoy an outdoor concert featuring the Napoleon Complex Band, performing hits from the 1980s at Sholom Park.

Operation OCALA 2025 - Endurance Challenge

Operation OCALA 2025 is a 65+ mile endurance event through the Ocala National Forest, requiring participants to carry a 25 lb backpack and navigate a challenging course within 24 hours.

King of the Streets: Annual Street Stock Racing Event

The 'King of the Streets' event at Ocala Speedway features exciting Street Stock races as part of the DIRTcar UMP Winter Nationals, running from January 20th to 25th, 2025.

Annual King of the Streets Street Stock Extravaganza

The 'King of the Streets' event showcases an exciting lineup of Street Stock racing as part of the DIRTcar UMP Winter Nationals at Ocala Speedway.

King of the Streets Street Stock Extravaganza

The King of the Streets event features exciting Street Stock racing as part of the DIRTcar UMP Winter Nationals at Ocala Speedway.

Ocala Home & Garden Show Celebration

The Ocala Home & Garden Show features a variety of home improvement exhibitors, live cooking seminars by celebrity chef Warren Caterson, and free admission for all attendees.

Goat Yoga Adventure

Experience a fun beginner yoga class with baby goats, suitable for all ages and experience levels.

Chris Janson Benefit Concert: Never Give Up On Country

Country music sensation Chris Janson will perform at a benefit concert supporting the Travis Mills Foundation at Sheltair Aviation OCF.

New Year Paso Festival 2025

The New Year Paso Festival showcases a variety of equestrian events and competitions, held at the Southeastern Livestock Pavilion in Ocala, Florida.