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A welcoming place to rest and reflect now carries the names of two people whose commitment to Ocala has touched generations. AdventHealth Ocala celebrated the dedication of the Frank and Angela DeLuca Plaza with hospital leaders, community representatives, family and friends. Featuring a fountain, the plaza offers patients, visitors and team members a space to pause while honoring the couple’s generosity and longstanding support of the hospital and Marion County. “The goal was to create an...

On May 7, 2026, longtime automotive leader and philanthropist Frank J. DeLuca was officially inducted into the Florida Automobile Dealers Association (FADA) Hall of Fame during a ceremony at the Waldorf Astoria Orlando. The honor recognizes more than four decades of leadership in Florida’s automotive industry, along with a deep and sustained commitment to giving back to the community. Chris Kraft, Frank DeLuca, Megan Bush Del Pizzo and Ted Smith A Legacy in the Automotive Industry...

During the Transitions Life Center ribbon cutting, the organization marked a significant milestone with the celebration of a campus expansion designed to better serve adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Founded in 2012, Transitions Life Center began as a small summer camp created to support adults aging out of the school system. Over time, it has grown into a vibrant, inclusive community focused on skill-building, independence and meaningful social connection. The...