Health & Wellness
3 weeks ago
UF Health Building Hybrid Emergency/Urgent Care Center in Sumter County

Last Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025, UF Health broke ground on its third emergency and urgent care center in the region, near the intersection of U.S. HWY 301 and CR 466 in Oxford.

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Crime & Safety
3 weeks ago
Ocala Police Department Issues Update on Fatal October Pedestrian Crash

An investigation by the Ocala Police Department determined that no criminal violations were committed by the driver of a vehicle that struck and killed an 18-year-old high school student.

State
3 weeks ago
Florida Launches New License Plate Commemorating America’s 250th Anniversary

Florida is getting into a celebratory mood ahead of America’s 250th anniversary with a new commemorative license plate.

Crime & Safety
3 weeks ago
Two Men Arrested for Armed Robbery of Summerfield Dollar General

Two men were arrested on Saturday, Dec. 13 for their roles in robbing a Summerfield Dollar General.

Community
3 weeks ago
Wildwood Commission Selects Appointee for Vacant Seat 2

The Wildwood city commission has appointed veteran and educator David Fountaine to fill the seat vacated with former Mayor Pro Tem Pamala Harrison-Bivins retired.

Crime & Safety
3 weeks ago
Community Gun Violence Prevention Alliance Unveils New Strategic Plan

The Community Gun Violence Prevention Alliance announced its strategic plan for long-term gun violence reduction in Alachua County on Monday, Dec. 8, 2025.

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Community
3 weeks ago
Lake County Residents Invited to State of the County Presentation in Tavares Dec. 16

Lake County will deliver its annual State of the County Presentation, with the theme of “United in Service. Inspired by Purpose,” at the County Administration Building on Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025.

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Holiday Guide
3 weeks ago
Check Out the Photos from Downtown Ocala’s 70th Annual Christmas Parade

Thousands flocked to downtown Ocala Saturday night for the 70th annual Christmas Parade.

Crime & Safety
3 weeks ago
Gainesville’s Cold Night Shelter Program Available Sunday, Dec. 14

Shelter will be available overnight Sunday, Dec. 14 in Gainesville at St. Francis House and GRACE Marketplace at the Empowerment Center.

Crime & Safety
3 weeks ago
New Traffic Signal Active at SW 43rd Street Road and SW 40th Avenue in Ocala

The traffic signal at SW 43rd Street Road and SW 40th Avenue in Ocala was flashing since its installation and is now fully active.