Denise Vickers

Denise Vickers brings more than 30-years of journalism experience to the team. She has been in leadership roles at news outlets in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Idaho, South Carolina, and Virginia. She is a graduate of the University of Missouri's College of Journalism and earned an MBA from the University of Alabama.

Project Pawsitivity
1 year ago
Wear green on Saturday and adopt a pet for free in Marion County

Check out three shelter pets who hope they have the “Luck of the Irish” and get adopted this weekend.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Ocala police warn that phone scammers are ripping people off in the 352

The Ocala Police Department says people are falling for convincing phone scams and getting their personal information and money stolen by con artists preying on your fears.

Education
2 years ago
Florida teachers can discuss sexual orientation and gender ID under ‘Don’t Say Gay’ bill settlement

In a statement, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ office described the deal as a “major win” with the law formally known as the Parental Rights in Education Act remaining intact.

Weather Updates
2 years ago
Grab the sunglasses and the sunscreen! The weather is looking great for families on spring break in the 352

The National Weather Service forecast calls for high temps in the 70s and 80s all week.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Troopers need help finding driver who hit, killed pedestrian in Dixie County

The victim has been identified as a 35-year-old man from Old Town.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Troopers: Dashcam video shows driver intentionally ram motorcyclist in case of road rage

The Florida Highway Patrol is looking for the driver of a 2020 grey or silver Honda Civic.

Community
2 years ago
Weekend Top Picks: Free, family fun around North Central Florida

Your weekend family planning guide with activities that don’t require you to break out your wallet.

Community
2 years ago
Warm temps this weekend perfect timing for Ocala’s splash pads to open on Saturday

Ocala operates two free splash pads from sunrise to sunset through mid-November.

Weather Updates
2 years ago
Weekend Weather: As we spring forward, we’ll be dodging showers and dancing with temps near 90

The National Weather Service forecast calls for a high of 87 in Ocala on Saturday. 

State
2 years ago
Floridians can ‘stand their ground’ and kill threatening bears under bill going to DeSantis

The legislation is similar to the “stand your ground” law that allows people to use deadly force against other people threatening them.

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