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The Fort King Waterway at Silver Springs State Park is temporarily closed to facilitate the construction of a new pedestrian bridge, set to reopen next week.

A Marion County man files a lawsuit against Publix, seeking over $50,000 for injuries from a slip-and-fall incident in the beer aisle.

Ocala Fire Rescue successfully extinguished a fire in a front-end loader's engine compartment, preventing it from spreading to nearby vegetation, with no injuries reported.

A man was arrested in Marion County for the theft of over $3,000 in property from a recycling center and for drug possession.

Jared Morrison and Heather Davis were arrested in Marion County, Florida, after allegedly stealing from Walmart and leading deputies on a vehicle and foot chase.

The 14th annual Silver River Knap-In and Prehistoric Arts Festival, the largest event of its kind in the southeast, features live demonstrations, hands-on activities, and vendors in Ocala this weekend.

The Big Springs STEM Fair awarded over $40,000 in prizes to young scientists, with eight students advancing to the International Science and Engineering Fair.

Trinity Catholic's girls basketball team defeated Bishop Snyder 55-38, showcasing the strength of their upperclassmen and moving on to the semifinal round for the second consecutive year.

Florida Winter Series Four-Ball Tournament at Country Club of Ocala

The Florida Winter Series is a competitive golf tournament for players aged 25 and older, featuring Better-Ball and Four-Ball formats at the Country Club of Ocala.

Country Club of Ocala Invitational Golf Tournament

The Country Club of Ocala Invitational is a two-day, 36-hole stroke play event featuring Championship, Legends, and Hall of Fame flights for male golfers.

Ocala Metro Chamber of Commerce Annual Lunch 2025

The Annual Luncheon, focused on the theme 'The Power of Partnership', will bring together over 1,200 partners from the Ocala region for networking and discussion.

Ballet Magnificat! presents 'Deliver Us!'

Experience Ballet Magnificat!’s acclaimed ballet 'Deliver Us!', telling the story of Moses and the Exodus set to the music of 'The Prince of Egypt'.

38th Annual Car Show and Swap Meet

The 38th Annual Car Show & Swap Meet at Florida Horse Park features a variety of car shows and community activities.

11th Annual Habitat Ocala Strawberry Festival

The festival features over 230 vendors, kid-friendly activities, a car show, and fresh strawberries, all while supporting Habitat for Humanity's mission.

FACAP's 47th Annual Seminar: Blazing a Trail in Fire Investigation

The seminar focuses on advancing fire investigation training and enhancing arson awareness at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala, Florida.

Santos Fat Tire Festival 2025

This annual festival in Ocala celebrates mountain biking and features various activities related to the sport, drawing enthusiasts from across the Southeast.

Master Gardener Spring Festival 2025

The UF/IFAS Marion County Master Gardeners host the largest plant sale in the region during their annual Spring Festival.

Moot Thomas Invitational Golf Championship

The Moot Thomas Invitational is a 54-hole stroke play championship for men aged 55 and older, held at the Ocala Golf Club, featuring various age divisions for competitors.