The storm had a strong effect on all the residents of the county, and Milton’s presence was felt by many.
The community banded together Wednesday morning at the Tuscawilla sandbag filling station in preparation of Hurricane Milton.
With Hurricane Milton looming, Ocala resident Pat Henyon and his wife, a seasoned “prepper,” are getting their family and businesses ready, while local stores like Lowe’s experience a surge in demand for hurricane supplies from evacuees across the state.
Amid mounds of sand, people with shovels and a determined spirit were preparing for a storm with a violent and unpleasant demeanor, that seems to be on a direct path toward the 352.
Check with your airline for flight status.
Sign up for the Alert system in your county to receive critical information during Hurricane Milton.
As Hurricane Milton nears, Pilot Flying J locations in Gainesville and Ocala will remain open to provide fuel, meals, and essentials to travelers, ensuring they can stay prepared during the storm.
Denee Varnum Richardson, music director at Souls Harbor Church in Belleview, FL, has been shaped by a family legacy of musical talent, recording since age 11, and performing globally to spread the gospel.
The Marion County Board of Commissioners recognized the Marion County 4-H program during National 4-H Week for empowering youth with critical life skills and fostering future leaders.
The 2024 Conservation Summit by Horse Farms Forever will spotlight the importance of Marion County’s springs and farmland preservation, featuring naturalist Mark Emery and artist Margaret Ross Tolbert.
