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Ocala Lifestyle Blog
- The Mother’s Day Traditionby Andrew Kruglanski on May 7, 2023 at 7:12 pm
The Mother’s Day tradition offers many and varied opportunities to celebrate the amazing women in our lives. Each lady is special in her own way, and each deserves to be celebrated and shown how much she is valued. The Origins of the “Mother’s Day in Ocala” Tradition1 A story is told of a woman who […]
- Ocala Winning Offer – Price & Termsby Andrew Kruglanski on April 15, 2023 at 9:42 pm
To make an Ocala winning offer, you must balance price and terms carefully. Our market is evolving and many factors are interacting to make Ocala a great place to invest in real estate. Some of these are two edged swords. For example, while interest rates have stabilized, they are significantly higher than a […]
- Ocala Spa Bathroom – 10 Design Suggestionsby Andrew Kruglanski on April 2, 2023 at 6:23 pm
Create the Ocala spa bathroom you dream of. Follow these tips to add value to your home by making your bathroom a luxury escape.1 Ahhh, the spa. For some of us, it’s been too long since we’ve gone to a real spa. We miss the luxury of a hot tub soak and the power of … Ocala Spa Bathroom – 10 Design […]
- Interest Rate Hack Strategy: Buying An Ocala Homeby Andrew Kruglanski on March 26, 2023 at 11:51 pm
With interest rates significantly higher than in the recent past, here are some interest rate hack strategies that will help you to bridge the gap. If you were ready to buy before rates increased, don’t give up on your dreams. Employing one or more of these strategies may allow you to make them a reality! […]
- Spring Housing Market – Prepare To Competeby Andrew Kruglanski on March 18, 2023 at 8:10 pm
The Ocala spring housing market is upon us. Of course, once upon a time, we lived in a dream real estate market. Homes were appreciating quickly, jobs were plentiful and both inflation and interest rates were at record lows. In short, the economy was thriving and homeowners were building wealth at an […]
- Ocala Real Estate Surging – Nationally, Mansion Sales Plummetingby Andrew Kruglanski on March 12, 2023 at 10:37 pm
The Ocala real estate market is surging. Actually, that statement speaks more to the future and the immediate past than to today. But there is no doubt in my mind that the future of our real estate market is exceptionally bright. Fortunately, people like Larry Roberts are betting with me. Mr. Roberts is the […]
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Local Ocala News
- Dunnellon rushing attack paces win over Forestby Bruce Ackerman on September 23, 2023 at 2:41 am
Junior running backs Sean Martin and Dylan Donahoe combined for six touchdowns to lead Dunnellon to a 49-20 win over Forest at Richard Kennedy Stadium on Friday night. The
- Two arrests in June shooting deathby Amy Harbert on September 22, 2023 at 5:47 pm
A teenager and a 20-year-old have been arrested and charged with first degree murder in the shooting death of 19-year-old Tylique Le’John Christie in northwest Ocala on June 19, during
- Ocala Gazette | September 22 – September 28, 2023by Amy Harbert on September 22, 2023 at 4:01 am
- Sculpture added to city’s public art collectionby Amy Harbert on September 21, 2023 at 6:49 pm
The city of Ocala, through its Cultural Art Division, has announced the acquisition of a new sculpture for its permanent public art collection. “Make it Rain,” by Ryan Lamfers, debuted
- Bird of the week 2023 | Week 35by Amy Harbert on September 21, 2023 at 5:06 pm
Yellow-rumped warbler Known affectionately as “Butter Butt,” the yellow-rumped warbler begins to appear in Marion County in late October. This one was sallying at a backyard suet feeder, hovering almost
- FWC to host statewide “fish art” contestby Caroline Brauchler on September 21, 2023 at 3:49 pm
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has opened its annual Fish Art Contest for students from kindergarten to 12th grade. Students can participate in the contest by submitting
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Ocala Business News
- Tumbling, gymnastics spot now open in northeast Ocalaby Jeremiah Delgado on September 24, 2023 at 12:30 pm
A new business offering tumbling, gymnastics, and fitness classes in northeast Ocala celebrated its grand opening earlier this summer. Read more: Tumbling, gymnastics spot now open in northeast Ocala
- New loaded french fry truck serving Ocalaby Jeremiah Delgado on September 23, 2023 at 3:55 pm
A new food truck that specializes in loaded french fries will soon begin serving Ocala and the surrounding communities. Read more: New loaded french fry truck serving Ocala
- New animal hospital opening 9,000-sq-ft facility in Marion Countyby Jeremiah Delgado on September 23, 2023 at 11:55 am
A local university that teaches a holistic approach to veterinary care will celebrate the grand opening of a new 9,000-square-foot facility in Marion County at the end of this month. Read more: New animal hospital opening 9,000-sq-ft facility in Marion County
- Default entered against Honda of Ocala for not responding to woman’s lawsuitby Jeremiah Delgado on September 21, 2023 at 11:55 am
An Ocala car dealership has been defaulted against in Marion County court for not responding to a woman who is suing the company for allegedly engaging in “deceptive” practices. Read more: Default entered against Honda of Ocala for not responding to woman’s lawsuit
- Woman files slip-and-fall lawsuit against Ocala Infectious Disease and Wound Centerby Jeremiah Delgado on September 20, 2023 at 5:55 pm
An Ocala woman is seeking over $100,000 in damages from a local medical office after she allegedly “sustained serious injuries” due to a fall caused by “insufficient lighting” on a walking area. Read more: Woman files slip-and-fall lawsuit against Ocala Infectious Disease and Wound Center
- Give4Marion raises over $840,000 in less than 24 hoursby Daniel Tozzi on September 20, 2023 at 12:59 pm
The Give4Marion fundraising event, which began at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, has passed $840,000 in donations from over 2,500 individual donors. Read more: Give4Marion raises over $840,000 in less than 24 hours
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Ocala Sports News
- Flag Football League returning for second season, registration now openby Daniel Tozzi on September 20, 2023 at 2:59 pm
The Marion County Parks and Recreation Department’s weekly Lit Flag Football League is returning next month for a second season, and registration is now open. Read more: Flag Football League returning for second season, registration now open
- Recreational courts at two city parks to temporarily close for maintenanceby Staff Report on September 8, 2023 at 4:55 pm
The City of Ocala Recreation and Parks Department will temporarily close multiple recreational courts later this month to perform scheduled maintenance. Read more: Recreational courts at two city parks to temporarily close for maintenance
- Recreational courts at two Ocala parks to temporarily closeby Staff Report on August 31, 2023 at 6:45 pm
The City of Ocala Recreation and Parks Department will temporarily close multiple recreational courts next week to perform scheduled maintenance. Read more: Recreational courts at two Ocala parks to temporarily close
- Track and field team makes Ocala proud at Junior Olympicsby Jeremiah Delgado on August 31, 2023 at 11:55 am
A new track and field team that was started by a former University of Florida track star made Ocala proud with a slew of accomplishments at this year’s Amateur Athletic Union Junior Olympic Games. Read more: Track and field team makes Ocala proud at Junior Olympics
- 7-year-old Ocala boy is best javelin thrower in the nationby Jeremiah Delgado on August 25, 2023 at 11:55 am
A 7-year-old boy from Ocala threw his way into the record books and was crowned the best javelin thrower in the nation earlier this month. Read more: 7-year-old Ocala boy is best javelin thrower in the nation
- Ocala long jumper wins third at Junior Olympic Gamesby Jeremiah Delgado on August 21, 2023 at 12:55 pm
A 12-year-old boy from Ocala long jumped his way to bronze at this year’s Junior Olympic Games. Read more: Ocala long jumper wins third at Junior Olympic Games
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U.S. and World News
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Good News
- Good News in History September 25by Good News Network on September 25, 2023 at 7:00 am
On this day, 133 years ago, Congress established Sequoia National Park in California’s Sierra Nevada Mountains. Since that day, the protected area in which the park can be found has now grown much larger, to include the nearby King’s Canyon National Park, Giant Sequoia National Monument, and Sequoia National Forest, […]
- Man Takes His Turkey Everywhere: Inseparable Companions Even In the Pub and Sleeping at Home (Watch)by Good News Network on September 24, 2023 at 6:08 pm
Animal lover Dave Brooker goes everywhere with his beloved pet turkey that has followed him everywhere from the pub to the dentist since she was born two years ago on his farm in England. He named the chick Trouble Version Two—or, T2 for short. The unlikely duo’s story began when the turkey’s mother was sitting The […]
- Concrete Made 30% Stronger by Adding Waste Coffee Grounds–Cutting Emissions and Mining in the Processby Good News Network on September 24, 2023 at 2:28 pm
Engineers in Australia have found a way of making stronger concrete by utilizing coffee grounds, giving the roast a “double shot” at life and reducing waste going to landfills. The RMIT University team developed the technique that makes concrete 30% stronger by adding waste coffee grounds after it is turned into biochar […]
- Playing Video Games Improves These Aspects of Daily Life Say Gamers in New Pollby Good News Network on September 24, 2023 at 11:48 am
Nearly three-quarters of gamers are certain that video games have improved their lives. A recent survey of 2,000 American gamers revealed how video games are more than just hobbies—72% of respondents attested to the positive impact of the pastime on various aspects of daily life. Sixty-eight percent credit games for […]
- Bats Hold Vital Clues for Cancer Prevention as Scientists Study Their ‘Extraordinary’ Immunityby Good News Network on September 24, 2023 at 10:22 am
A new study shows that bats evolved to avoid cancer and the data may uncover how humans can treat or prevent viruses as well as cancer. A rapid evolution in bats, the only winged mammal, may account for their “extraordinary” ability to both host and survive infections and even to avoid cancer—and that success is The […]
- Good News in History September 24by Good News Network on September 24, 2023 at 7:00 am
75 years ago today, Honda Motor Company was founded. With a founding principle that “the purpose of technology is to help people” they have motorized 4 generations of working-class and poor citizens across Asia, Europe, and North America. This is largely because Honda has been the world’s largest motorcycle and scooter […]
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- Karabakh's 120,000 Armenians will leave for Armenia, adviser to leader saysby Reuters on September 25, 2023 at 6:32 am
The 120,000 ethnic Armenians of Nagorno-Karabakh will leave for Armenia as they do not want to live as part of Azerbaijan and fear ethnic cleansing, the leadership of the breakaway region told Reuters on Sunday. Armenia’s Prime Minister also said the Karabakh Armenians were likely to leave the region, and that Armenia was ready to take them in, following a defeat last week at the hands of Azerbaijan in a conflict dating to the fall of the Soviet Union. The Armenians of Karabakh, a…
- What a government shutdown would do to Social Security paymentsby MarketWatch on September 24, 2023 at 10:26 pm
Relax. Your monthly Social Security checks are not in danger because of the looming federal government shutdown. That will be reassuring news to those retirees who, like many of the rest of us, have difficulty understanding the different impacts of, on the one hand, the U.S. government coming up against its debt limit, and on the other hand a government shutdown prompted by the failure to pass an annual budget. The former crisis was threatened earlier this year, you may recall, and only…
- Would a government shutdown impact Social Security, VA benefits?by The Hill on September 24, 2023 at 10:25 pm
As lawmakers continue to try to avoid a government shutdown at the end of the month, many are growing concerned about how it could affect them, especially when it comes to federal monthly payments they receive. The government could shut down by the end of next week, if Congress isn’t able to pass a spending bill. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy vowed Wednesday he would not give up trying to persuade his colleagues to pass a temporary funding bill. Still, the shutdown looms. So…
- Government shutdown would impact many services. Here's what will happen with Social Security.by CBS News (Online) on September 24, 2023 at 10:25 pm
The clock is ticking for House Speaker Kevin McCarthy to find a compromise to keep the federal government running and sidestep a costly shutdown. The specter of a federal government shutdown, which would begin on October 1 if a solution isn’t found by then, is raising questions for Social Security recipients about how a stoppage might impact their monthly benefit checks. Experts said there’s some good and bad news for the 66 million Americans on Social Security. Would a…
- First evacuees from Nagorno-Karabakh cross into Armeniaby The Guardian on September 24, 2023 at 5:56 pm
The first several hundred refugees from war-torn Nagorno-Karabakh have crossed into Armenian territory, as a historic evacuation begins that could lead to a mass exodus of ethnic Armenians while Azerbaijan appears on the brink of taking control of the breakaway region. They are the first civilians to have crossed from Nagorno-Karabakh into Armenia in nearly a year, reuniting families after a 10-month blockade and an intensive Azerbaijan military offensive this week that…