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Weather Updates
17 hours ago
352 WORKWEEK WEATHER FORECAST MARCH 16-20: Rebirth of the Cool

Monday will be wet in the 352, according to the National Weather Service, but things should be clear and cool through the rest of the week.

A black and white police car sits in a parking lot with silver and black text on the side reading, "Ocala Police," with a City of Ocala police logo next to it.
Crime & Safety
21 hours ago
Pedestrian Dies After Being Struck by a Train, Ocala Police Department Investigating Incident

A man died from injuries sustained after being struck by a train Sunday morning. The Ocala Police Department is investigating the incident.

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Crime & Safety
21 hours ago
Alachua Man Dies in Single Vehicle Accident

An Alachua man is dead after a one vehicle accident in the early morning hours of March 15, 2026.

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Spring Guide
2 days ago
Petals, Paths and Peaceful Views: Botanical Gardens Worth Exploring in North Central Florida

From a former limestone quarry filled with waterfalls to peaceful university gardens, these botanical destinations offer scenic places to explore flowers, native plants and quiet walking paths.

Features
2 days ago
Florida frozen pizza trends, according to Instacart data

Instacart reports on frozen pizza trends in Florida and across the country.

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Local
3 days ago
Marion County JROTC Programs Enjoy Field Day at Ocala-Marion County Veterans Memorial Park

Marion County JROTC programs participated in Operation Appreciation at the Ocala-Marion County Veterans Memorial Park.

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Food & Drink
3 days ago
Locally-Founded Pizza Chain Piesanos Celebrates ‘Pi Day’ with Habitat for Humanity Fundraiser

Stone-fired pizza joint Piesanos, founded in Gainesville, is offering up a little philanthropy in addition to its delicious dishes on Saturday, March 14.

Meet Minnie a brown 2-year-old pup awaiting adoption at the Humane Society of Marion County.
Project Pawsitivity
3 days ago
Project Pawsitivity: A Fresh Start Full of Happy Tail Wags

Minnie came to the Humane Society of Marion County in dire need of care, but now she’s ready to meet her forever family.

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