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Follow Me: Ocala’s Gem, Kelly McAtee

Her look, timeless, her love for the community, endless, her commitment, boundless, Kelly McAtee is truly Ocala’s Gem!

The Sun Will Come Out Tomorrow…Maybe: Living with Bipolar Disorder

Dealing with Bipolar II Disorder is no easy task, but Jodi Anderson finds strength in friendships and balance! Read her story now!

Finding Home: The Gathering of Beautiful Minds at The Ora Clubhouse

Leda Pérez, Director at The Ora Clubhouse, talks about how the clubhouse is helping our community and shares her journey to becoming director.

Mixed-Media: Local Artist & Author Speaks Out About Her Struggle with Mental Health

Leah Oxendine published an illustrative book of poetry speaking directly to mental health titled When My Soul Bleeds Words. Read her story!

Gratitude: One Woman Shares Her Vision of Living from the Heart

In 2019, Patricia Wagner stood up in front of the TEDx Ocala audience and gave a talk called Living in Heart-Centered Gratitude.

Let’s Dive In: Lauren Debick

The journey wasn’t so simple for Lauren Debick. She didn’t get to fast forward to her life and become a successful influencer. Read her story!

A True Renaissance Man: The Conclusion of Joshua Mazur’s Story

Story by Lisa Anderson Joshua L. Mazur is a self-admitted over-thinker. Music is certainly his…

Locala Magazine, December 2021

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Ocala Businessman Has Faith in Himself to Overcome

Woodly Oralus was on track to success, but life has a way of throwing a few curveballs. Read how Woodly overcame life’s obstacles.

Fitness for Life: More Than Just Working Out

Ocala, FL | Fitness became a lifestyle for Willy Richeson in his late teens. Learn more about this Wisconsin-native’s journey to health.