locala stories

Follow Me: Joshua Mazur, Conducts a Harmonious Life

Our community is tied by the people who bring inspiration to it, and Joshua Mazur has certainly brought that to the Ocala area.

Owner of Junk Removal Service Builds Something New

Q&Q Removal | Growing up in The Bronx, New York, Tuckson Garnes never dreamed he would one day be a business owner.

Call of Duty: Josh Dinesen

A winding and indirect road brought Josh Dinesen to the helm of First Impressions Printing, a long-standing Ocala business.

The Fiery Chef: Loring Felix

Child of a single, hard-working mother, Chef Felix has dedicated his life to serving others through the most delicious avenue, the kitchen.

Taking the Call

Tom Damron is focusesd on providing the best customer service for clients. Shannon Roth talks about his willingness to always take the call.

Putting Compassion into Community Companion Care

“Life is a journey. You take a lot of different stepping stones to get where you are, but I think your path never ends.”

Reconnecting: The Conclusion of Angela Boone’s Story

Angela Boone has loved dancing her entire life. Read the conclusion of her Follow Me story in our November 2021 issue.

Locala Magazine, November 2021

Ocala, FL | Locala Magazine | Theme: Celebrating Men | Join us as we celebrate the wonderful men in our community!

Embrace: Taking a Stand, The John Sotomayor Story

Ocala, FL | John Sotomayor struggles with alcoholism, but his LGBTQ+ magazine, Embrace, is changing his view on life.

TV Production Teacher Recalls Her Fight with Cancer

Ocala, FL | Locala Mag | Marcia Daubenmire recalls her fight with breast cancer and thanks Marion County for their support.