Queen of the Kitchen

Meet the woman behind a beloved Ocala restaurant who united...

Eat Up

Our guide to some of our favorite places for Sweets...

Back in the Saddle

The Ocala Polo Club is paving the way for a...

Ready, Set, Summer Fun

The best of the season, from people in the know....

Celebrating Downtown

Historic downtown Ocala is brimming with history and full of new promise....

Defining David D.

Artist David D’Alessandris stages the show of a lifetime. Award-winning...

The History Keepers | Daniel Banks

Meet the descendant of one of Florida’s notable civil rights...

Making Connections

Mel Poole has led a life of intriguing military service...

Mr. Rodeo

A third-generation cowboy, Ruben Lamb has done more than his...

Living a Legacy

Ocala singer, songwriter Noah Hunton puts his life into his lyrics....

The History Keepers | Davida Randolph

Meet the new program manager for the Howard Academy Community...

To Serve & Protect

As a female trailblazer with the Marion County Sheriff’s Office...

Her Job Is Joy

As the Therapeutic and Senior Recreation Program supervisor for the...

The Ringmaster

As the head trainer at the prestigious Bridlewood Farms, Meda...

Leading The Way

Alice Faison made history when she became the first Black...

Molly In Marble

Sculptor Nilda Comas is creating a statue of the beloved...

Wild Beauty

Mindy Lighthipe works from both sides of her brain and...

A Rare Bird

Expert birder Tom Hince has created an enduring connection with...

Fostering Fur Babies

Give ‘Em a Piece of Your Heart Being a foster...

Secretariat & Ocala

There are several Ocala connections to Secretariat, who captured the...

Camping For Conservation

This unique summer camp offers outdoor experiences with a goal...

Solo Act

Trixie Smith is taking on the Marjorie Harris Carr Cross...

Driveable Destinations: Greenville, South Carolina

There’s been a lot of noise about Greenville, South Carolina...

Where The Wild Things Are

Dawson Bland has been fascinated with the beauty of the...

Mixing It Up

This year’s home décor trends offer a bright mix of...

Urban Oasis

Meet the Ocala couple who built upon a historic home’s...

Capturing The Thoroughbred Spirit

Artist Sharon Crute’s paintings are an all-access pass to the...

Lifelong Learner

AdventHealth Ocala’s Chief Medical Officer Dr. Michael Torres is living...

All In

Lori and Bobby Jones teamed up to foster the nascent...

In The Swim

Although their saga includes adventures with friends such as W....

Lighting Up Christmas

Created as a fundraiser for St. John Lutheran Church and...

A Short Drive: A Starred Weekend

An inaugural list of Michelin Guide Florida restaurants spurred a...

Home Baked for the Holidays

Some of our friends and neighbors share their treasured holiday...

Publisher’s Picks Gift Guide

Our holiday gift guide offers great finds to make life...

The Hammock Coast

With its outdoor activities, cultural events and laid-back beach vibe,...

Second Acts

The Final Furlong Thoroughbred Retirement program gives thoroughbred racehorses new...

Single Malt vs. Blended Scotch

What’s the difference, you ask? Allow us to explain. Order...

A Season of Style

Jill Paglia offers her tips to fill your holidays with...

Behind the Curtain

For more than 70 years, the mission of the Ocala...

The History Keepers

Brian Stoothoff Meet the researcher and collector primarily responsible for...

Music For All

The Reilly Arts Center’s OSO Community Music Conservatory is off...

A Village View

Local nonprofits often work in concert to help people in...

History Buff

Nonagenarian Lorraine Carroll infuses Ocala’s Fort King National Historic Landmark...

Giving Made Easy

Area nonprofits rely on donations, which can be easily made...

Welcome to the 2022 Guide to Charitable Giving

For several years, the Guide to Charitable Giving has served...

Birthing A Community

“Munroe” hospital has had several names and continues to be...

Adventurous Epicurean

This Ocala dad’s world travels have infused new flavors into...

A Culinary Journey

Olivia Joy David relishes creating dishes that reflect her heritage...

Baking Up Blessings

Megan Hamer’s sweet treats are finely detailed works of art,...

Driveable Destinations: Sarasota

Within a short span of time, it’s easy to reach...