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Ocala BBQ spot cited for rats during failed health inspections

Staff Report — Tue, 26 Mar 2024 14:54:24 +0000

A popular barbecue spot in Ocala was forced to temporarily close after a live rat and dozens of rodent droppings were found at the facility during separate health inspections.

City hosting senior services fair at CF

Ocala Events — Thu, 14 Mar 2024 20:03:57 +0000

The City of Ocala Recreation and Parks Department will host its annual Parade of Senior Services Information Fair tomorrow at the College of Central Florida’s Klein Conference Center.

AdventHealth unveils new helicopter serving Ocala, Marion County

Staff Report — Fri, 08 Mar 2024 21:00:48 +0000

AdventHealth unveiled a new helicopter that will help with its operations in its west region, which includes Ocala and Marion County.

Ocala restaurant closes for 9th time since 2022 due to roaches

Daniel Tozzi — Tue, 05 Mar 2024 18:00:59 +0000

A Chinese restaurant that failed four consecutive health inspections last August due to rodent and roach activity was forced to close again last week after failing another four consecutive health inspections.

City to host 41st annual Parade of Senior Services in March

Staff Report — Mon, 26 Feb 2024 13:59:46 +0000

The City of Ocala Recreation and Parks Department will host its annual Parade of Senior Services Information Fair on Friday, March 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the College of Central Florida’s Klein Conference Center.

Marion health officials hosting ‘Shake the Salt’ nutrition classes

Staff Report — Mon, 19 Feb 2024 23:15:26 +0000

The Florida Department of Health in Marion County is hosting two classes next week that will focus on cooking healthier meals without salt.

HCA Florida Ocala, West Marion Hospitals among nation’s Top 50 cardiovascular hospitals

Staff Report — Mon, 19 Feb 2024 20:51:26 +0000

HCA Florida Ocala Hospital and HCA Florida West Marion Hospital were recently recognized as being among the Top 50 cardiovascular hospitals in the nation.

Healthy aging class for seniors at Marion Oaks Community Center

Staff Report — Tue, 13 Feb 2024 22:45:16 +0000

The Florida Department of Health in Marion County is inviting local seniors to attend a class next week that will promote healthy aging.

New freestanding emergency room opens in Ocala

Daniel Tozzi — Mon, 05 Feb 2024 13:16:35 +0000

HCA Florida Ocala Hospital's new 11,000-square-foot freestanding emergency room is now open.

HCA Florida Ocala, West Marion Hospitals earn top grades in 2024

Daniel Tozzi — Sun, 04 Feb 2024 17:33:24 +0000

Healthgrades has ranked HCA Florida Ocala Hospital and HCA Florida West Marion Hospital No. 1 in Florida for joint replacement, orthopedic surgery, spine surgery, vascular surgery, and surgical care in 2024.