Holiday lights and events in Ocala
Light Up Ocala on Saturday, November 21 brings a 6 p.m. lighting ceremony and a downtown parade, plus other holiday light displays nearby.
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Local stories, practical guides and what's on this weekend around Ocala, compiled from official sources.
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Ocala power outages and generator safety
How to report an outage to Ocala Electric Utility, check the outage map, and run a generator outdoors safely, using city and health department advice.
Registering to vote in Ocala and Marion County
How to register or update a voter record in Ocala, where to make address changes in person, and the early voting and Election Day schedule.
Ocala eliminates Business Tax Receipt requirements and fees
The City of Ocala adopted Ordinance No. 2027-1, ending Business Tax Receipt requirements, with applicable refunds to begin by Thursday, January 14, 2027.
This weekend in Ocala: Oct 16 to Oct 22
4 things happening around Ocala from Friday, October 16 through Thursday, October 22, from the official calendars, with times and links.
This weekend in Ocala: Oct 9 to Oct 15
6 things happening around Ocala from Friday, October 9 through Thursday, October 15, from the official calendars, with times and links.
Signing up for emergency alerts in Ocala
Alert Marion sends emergency alerts by phone, email and text, and the county keeps a Special Needs Program registry for sheltering help.
Flu shots and vaccines through Marion County
Where to get vaccines in Ocala through the county health department, including how to schedule, what to bring and who qualifies for no-cost shots.