Ever heard of Shane's Rib Shack? You may be rummaging through your mind trying to recall the names of any BBQ places around Ocala worth remembering and coming up short to any guy named Shane, but it's understandable. Shane's just hasn't made it to Florida quite yet! You will get a chance to taste the ultimate roasted, barbecued, and battered menu... [Read more...]

It’s back to school time! It is very important to encourage healthy eating habits for your children early on so they can learn to make the right food choices of themselves as they grow up. After all, one day they'll have to make their own sandwiches and salads...but that might not be for years to come. So start with one of their most important meals of... [Read more...]

Despite the fact that I used to wish that it was Christmas every day when I was a kid, I know now that part of what makes the holidays so special is the fact that they are just that – special.   In retrospect, looking forward to winter’s boon of family time, reindeer cookies and presents under a sparkly tree has been as much a part of my holiday enjoyment... [Read more...]

Traditional art classes are not for everyone. If you’d rather spend your creative time with a group of friends, a paintbrush in one hand and a pint of beer in the other, head over to the Friday Night Painting Party at Hershberger & Huff Studios on September 30. The studio will provide all of the supplies and tools for the night’s art project, as... [Read more...]

Are you interested in eating healthier?  How about supporting local farmers and craftsmen? A trip to the farmer’s markets is a great way to get up and moving on a Saturday morning.  Not to mention, you can save tons of money on produce that is inevitably more delicious than the stuff they import at those big-name grocery stores If you’ve never been,... [Read more...]

My favorite day of the year has always been Halloween.  Since it only comes around annually -- despite my best efforts to make it a monthly bank holiday -- I try to work a little bit of Halloween spirit into my life whenever possible. Despite the fact that Ocala is a seemingly normal, albeit slightly warmer-than-average American town, there are definitely... [Read more...]

  All of Florida have been working together to lower the impact of the water shortage since the slow start to this summer’s rainy season. The Southwest Florida Water Management District voted to extend Phase I restrictions for many counties, including Marion Country, through October 31. However, efforts are being made right in Ocala to search... [Read more...]

Don't you hate that feeling of sliding into your car and getting burnt by the seat? I know with my black car with black leather seats, it's a nightmare! The Estates at Heathbrook offer a way to keep your car cool in the summer and save you from those uncomfortable hot seats. There are attached garages available connected right to your apartment so your... [Read more...]