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Fearless: Century Rider Still Taking on Challenges

Mimi Leggett has been fearlessly charging ahead for over eight decades. Check out her amazing story right here!

Pink Cocktails & Dreams: The Lisa Midgett Story

Lisa Midgett spent her youth in Miami, Florida. Through falling in love with the most unlikely of partner’s, her career led her here!

New Chapter: The Conclusion of Kelly’s Story

Things To Do Ocala creator, Kelly McAtee, broke the Facebook algorithm. Read the conclusion of her story now!

Locala Magazine, January 2022

Ocala, FL | Locala Magazine | Theme: Bucket List Items | Join us as we head into the New Year with open hearts and fresh goals!

Geeks, Bytes, & Automation

Rayen Kamta is an East Coast native, who decided to take a chance on building a new business—two businesses, actually.

All About the Details: Food & Beverage Director Raises Standards

A career in hospitality is virtually custom-made for a people-loving extrovert who thrives in social settings. Enter Jeremy Gow.

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!