Ocala Style Features
A “Wonderful Educator”
Marion County’s 2022 Golden Apple Rookie Teacher of the Year...
The Caring Side of Teaching
Leah Bender, Marion County’s 2022 Golden Apple Teacher of the...
BUILDER, FOUNDER, PHILANTHROPIST
Ocala’s Mattie J. Shaw Cohens was the first Black woman...
Festivals of Speed Showcases Elegance and Power
From an evening luxury lifestyle cocktail reception to a full...
LOCAL GUY; GLOBAL LENS
The stunning career of Ocala photographer, cinematographer and composer Mark...
Tender Loving Care
Meet the force of nature behind this lifesaving animal rescue...
Picturesque Destinations
Our talented photographers always fi ll these pages with incredible...
Sunrise, Sunset
This road trip will take you from Florida’s East Coast...
Save Water, Save Money
For Ocala water customers, conservation of this precious resource is...
Journey to Wellness
With a desire to seek serenity, boost health and practice...
Far-Flung Fun
Hurling axes, knives and throwing stars is usually associated with...
Making a Splash
Dog dock diving is a fun and exciting outing you...
IF THE SPIRIT MOVES YOU
Meet the team members who provide compassionate care at a...
Hit the Trail
With the right vehicle and some expert guidance, a challenging...
High Dive
Skydiving is not for the faint of heart! January 1st...
Wild Ride
A lifelong rider and accomplished horsewoman, Tiff any Atteberry is...
2022 Home Trends – Now and Again
Our favorite home trends for 2022 include the return of...
Vintage Modern
This native Ocala couple used their love of mid-century modern style...
Great Expectations
Meet the dynamic young professional who used inside information to...
Conscious Living
This Ocala couple found innovative ways to navigate the personal...
A Gift for Giving
This inspiring couple built a purposeful life together full of...
The Higher Education Pact
Only 1.2 percent of the U.S. population has a Doctor...
Christmas Cheer
Ocala Gazette columnist Sadie Fitzpatrick prepares a holiday classic fit...
Let There Be Lights Light Up Ocala
One of Ocala’s best-loved traditions will warm hearts throughout the...
Merry & Bright
Fill your home with all the magic the season has...
What it means to me…
CELEBRATING THE SEASON MEANS SOMETHING DIFFERENT TO EACH OF...
Small Start, Big Moves
At just 20 years old, while still in college, Ocala...
Years of Giving
This generous nonagenarian couple hopes their example will inspire others...
Ocali Country Days Offers Glimpse Into The Past
This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Silver River...
Learning Together
This father and son challenged each other to take their...
Seeing Beyond the Surface
A first-person examination of one local woman’s experiences and insights...
Challengers to the Crisis
As the pandemic continues to threaten our community, we turn...
For the Love of Kids
It takes a village of loving adults—from foster parents to...
Paving the Way
Meet two sisters whose shared professional passions led them to...
Well Read
Marion County is blessed with an abundance of talented creators,...
True Romance-Giselle and Erik
Meet the talented musical duo who have been enchanting Ocala...
Before Mozert
Bruce Mozert is certainly the most famous and accomplished photographer...
Season of Change
The Ocala Symphony Orchestra will return for an eagerly awaited...
Foodie Guide: JMarie Brands
For the last few years, the baked goods offered by...
Farm Fresh
An enterprising family with deep roots in the community is...
Foodie Guide: Just A Cupcake Bakery & Cafe
“I have been interested in baking since I was a...
The Family Business
With a storied history and a passion for handcrafted liquors,...
Foodie Guide: Can’t Frost This Cookie Company
Kirsten Brookins wasn’t necessarily the most artistic kid in her...
Foodie Guide: The Juniper General Store
Husband and wife Meredith Richard and Travis Arenburg drew inspiration...
Foodie Guide: ALC Artistic Bakery
“Allergic to the world” is how Ariana Caraballo describes her...
Foodie Guide: Brick & Iron Cafe
Karen Dreaver was already serving up healthy and delicious smoothies...
Foodie Guide: Sweet Baby Cheeses
“That brisket just melts in your mouth!” enthuses a customer...
Historic Whiskey Men
In searching the past for facts about the prominent players...
Haute Cuisine
Meet the stylish leading men and their team of talented...
Foodie Guide
Here’s an update on some of our area’s newest and...