Geek Fest returning to Ocala Downtown Market
Geek Fest will bring comics, cards, and vintage collectibles to the Ocala Downtown Market this weekend. The event will be held on Sunday, March 29, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Ocala Downtown Market, which is located at 403 SE Osceola Avenue. The four-hour event will feature over...
🏭 Marion County Manufacturing Jobs – Multiple Openings in Ocala
Marion County’s manufacturing scene is buzzing, with solid opportunities for both hands-on workers and technical pros. Whether you’re starting out or building a career in quality or lab work, there’s something here for you.
🐶 Loyal & Loving Dogs Waiting for Adoption in Ocala
Looking for a faithful friend to share your days with? These wonderful dogs in Ocala, FL are ready to meet their forever families. Each one is cared for by Marion County Animal Services, and they can’t wait to find a home full of love.
Villagers now being charged dues to participate In free events!
What happened to free of charge groups in The Villages? Certain groups now charge dues simply to be members. Tell me if I’m wrong, but it appears that members have become cash cows for some people. What happened to “move to The Villages to enjoy all that we offer for only a reasonable monthly stipend to enjoy all our...
Wildfire in south Marion County impacting visibility on US 301
The Florida Highway Patrol is urging motorists in south Marion County to exercise extreme caution as an active wildfire creates hazardous driving conditions on U.S. Highway 301 and surrounding side roads. The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) issued a motorist advisory Friday morning regarding an active wildfire burning...
$100,000 winning lottery ticket sold at Publix in Ocala
A lottery ticket worth $100,000 that was sold at an Ocala Publix for a Thursday, midday drawing remains unclaimed as of Friday afternoon. The winning ticket worth $100,000 was sold at the Publix located at 8075 SW Highway 200, Unit 111, in Ocala, for the Florida Lottery’s midday Fantasy 5 drawing on Thursday, March...
Huddle House in Ocala remains closed after second failed health inspection
A restaurant in northwest Ocala remained closed on Wednesday after failing a second consecutive health inspection for roach issues. The Huddle House, located at 331 NW 20th Street, was originally shut down on Tuesday, March 24, when a state inspector found 18 violations, including approximately 17 live roaches and 20...
Active wildfire in Summerfield causing heavy smoke
SUMMERFIELD, Fla. (WCJB) - A wildfire is currently burning in Summerfield Friday morning near US 301 and Southeast 151st Street. Smoke coming from the fire may affect your morning commute. Florida Highway Patrol officials are urging drivers to reduce their speed and use low beam lights to adapt to changing...
Woman taken to The Villages hospital after driver runs red light at intersection
A woman was transported by ambulance to the hospital in The Villages after another driver ran a red light at a notoriously busy intersection. The woman had been driving a white Buick Encore about 2 p.m. Wednesday traveling east on County Road 466 and turning onto Rolling Acres Road when a man driving a westbound...
DUI suspect crashes car while passing golf cart in The Villages
A drunk driving suspect crashed her car while passing a golf cart in The Villages. Kathleen Mary Hutchinson, 62, of Lady Lake, called AAA for a tow at about 3 p.m. Wednesday in the area of Jason Drive and Mark Drive in the Village of Silver Lake, according to an arrest report from the Lady Lake Police Department. Her...
