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Weather Updates
23 hours ago
352 WORKWEEK WEATHER FORECAST FEB. 9-13: Climbing Out of the Basement

The five-day weather forecast for Marion County and the North Central Florida region calls for a return to more typical winter conditions.

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Entertainment
1 day ago
Raney’s Truck Parts Supports Make-A-Wish Foundation at Ocala Truck Show (PHOTOS)

Raney’s Truck Parts hosted their second annual Road to Wishes Truck Show in Ocala to support the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

Crime & Safety
1 day ago
Marion County Fire Forces Evacuations Before Being Contained

The fire threatened structures in the Lake Weir area, but ultimately none were damaged and no one was injured.

Estella Byrd Whitman Community Health Center CEO Levonda Goodson
Features
2 days ago
Who’s Who in the 352: Levonda Goodson, Estella Byrd Whitman Community Health Center

As CEO of Estella Byrd Whitman Community Health Center, Levonda Goodson helps keep west Ocala healthy.

Marion County Sheriff's Office is investigating a fatal stabbing that took place September 9, 2025
Crime & Safety
2 days ago
2 Adults, 2 Children Dead of Suspected Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Marion County

Members of the Marion County Sheriff’s Office discovered four bodies in a home while conducting a welfare check Friday night.

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Community
2 days ago
Precautionary Boil Water Notice Issued as Marion County Converts Wells as Part of Septic-to-Sewer Program

A boil water notice has been issued for parts of the Silver Springs Shores community as Marion County continues its septic-to-sewer program.

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Crime & Safety
3 days ago
Voluntary Burn Ban in Effect for Marion County

A voluntary burn ban has been instituted in Marion County due to dry conditions.

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Entertainment
3 days ago
Check Out These Unique Valentine’s Day Celebrations in Gainesville Starting this Weekend

Gainesville will be home to unique Valentine’s celebrations for a month of family, friend, partner and community connection.

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