The Ocalan

03/08/2026

Meet Tom James, a prominent steward of our community, in the current issue’s “Preferences of an Ocalan” section.

Please visit www.theocalan.com to read about Tom and enjoy other articles.

03/07/2026

Our state tree, the Sabal Palm, is succumbing to lethal bronzing in alarming numbers. To read about the cause and if there is any solution, visit theocalan.com or pick up a copy at any of our partners' distribution centers, including Koontz Furniture and Design, Showcase Properties of Central Florida, and Bank Street Patio Bar. The Ocalan is also available for home delivery by clicking 'subscribe' on the home page.

02/08/2026

In the current issue of The Ocalan, meet Jordan Shapot, the multi-faceted artist who is redefining the confines of artistry in Ocala. From plein air to scrib scrab to sculpture, Shapot cannot be pinned down to any one discipline. Read his story in the print version, available for home delivery by subscribing at theocalan.com, or pick up a complimentary copy at one of our business partners' location: Koontz Furniture and Design, Mary's Bridal Couture, Bank Street Patio Bar, or Showcase Properties of Central Florida.

01/30/2026

Be sure to check out Sugarcove Bakery for your next event! Talented, delicious, professional and so accommodating!

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Celebrating something new in our community 🥂
Custom logo cookies for a magazine The Ocalan launch party.

01/27/2026

With much anticipation, Magnolia Art Xchange has announced their new resident artists and we’re thrilled for them! Congratulations to Heather Dawn Batchelor

01/27/2026

We were thrilled to present Brie Edwards ordiebrie, her beautiful artwork that is featured as our Winter issue cover.

Be sure to check out her artwork inside The Ocalan Art Edit as well.

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01/26/2026

Be sure to grab our latest issue out! The Ocala Civic Theatre is a popular place to find them.

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01/24/2026

We are excited to be a part of this special book signing event today at Prestige Auto on SR200. The event will be from 11-1pm.
In addition, a special drawing for the replica natty ring! And great merch too!

See you there!

If you can’t make it, please visit www.theocalan.com OR
www.spurriers.com to purchase

01/19/2026

Check out the latest Ocalan Art Edit where you can peruse art for purchase and read all about the artists. “Effluvium” is an exhibit by guest curator, Jesse Warren Gillis, Art Administrator, from The Magnolia Art.

Visit www.theocalan.com to view their stories.

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01/13/2026

The Winter 2026 edition is now online at www.theocalan.com and print editions will be circulating soon. The issue marks a new phase for The Ocalan with a more refined appearance that fits the high level of the content.
Our cover is a a beautiful piece of untitled art by local artist Brie Edwards.
Inside, read about the culture war of bikers, our dying state tree, Don Langer of Hawaiian Tropic fame and much more!

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