Good morning, Ocala.

Marion County residents held a citizen-run data center workshop yesterday at 5:30 p.m. at the Ocala police station on Pine Ave — a forum where they asked experts questions ahead of any county proposals.

Disabled dog Mr. Wiggles received a new wheelchair Monday at UF’s Veterinary Hospital and is seeking a permanent home in Ocala.

His foster mother Mallory Kleinsasser said he does well with kids and other pets and needs an adopter who is home most days (contact Quality of Life Rehab and Foster Inc. for adoption details).

Chick-fil-A launched its limited-time fall menu featuring Chicken & Waffles and S'mores drinks at nearly 300 Florida locations yesterday.

The sandwich is offered in breakfast and entree sizes with prices starting at $4.95 (breakfast) and $7.59 (entree).

Caren Neile presents 'Florida Lore,' a storytelling performance at Appleton Museum of Art on Saturday, Sept.

5 starting at noon during the Free First Saturday event, with doors opening at 11:30 a.m. and seating (limited to 250) on a first-come, first-served basis.

The St. Johns River Water Management District said rainfall deficits persist and water conservation remains crucial in Ocala despite recent storms.

Residents must follow irrigation restrictions to protect water resources (guidelines apply during prolonged recovery).

The Florida Department of Health is proposing to drop four vaccine mandates for PreK-12 schools with a 21-day public input period.

The new rule will expand exemptions to include moral and ethical beliefs, raising concerns among local health experts.

State health officials in Citrus County confirmed a locally acquired dengue fever case and are increasing mosquito control measures including fogging and larviciding while urging residents to drain standing water and use protective clothing with EPA-approved repellent.

Everything Sprouts recalled select lots of alfalfa sprouts on Aug.

24 after 55 food-borne illnesses were reported in 15 states, including two in Florida—customers are advised to discard any recalled products to prevent further health risks.

Investor Walt Mathis, a Wildwood resident, purchased the old Wear Gloves inc property at 833 N Magnolia on North Magnolia and envisions redevelopment driven by local grants and improvements, urging support for new projects in the area.