New openings and local announcements around Ocala and Gainesville. Positive news only, refreshed weekly.
The O-Line Trolley's official launch was August 28. The free trolley loops downtown Ocala Wednesday through Saturday, 11 to 3 and 5 to 9, connecting public parking, shops, restaurants, and landmarks. Just wave down the driver and hop on.
Downtown's new 800-space parking garage is officially open and free, just two blocks from the Square. No more circling the block on busy nights.
Marion County Sheriff Billy Woods spoke at the opening of his agency's new district office at Ocala's World Equestrian Center on October 1.
Day one of the Ocala Breeders' Sales October Yearling Sale brought in more than $3.5 million.
The 2024-built Starbucks property sold on September 23. The store stays open under a long-term lease.
The City of Gainesville was awarded a federal Choice Neighborhoods Initiative grant to support housing projects around the city.
The Alachua County School Board moved forward with buying Citizens Field and approved looking into additional stadium projects totaling up to $12 million.