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.

Weather Updates
2 years ago
A Leap Week weather forecast that will have you jumping for joy | SHARE YOUR PHOTOS

This week’s weather forecast should put a spring in your step – abundant sun and warm temps all week long.

Health & Wellness
2 years ago
UPDATE: Marion County Utilities lifts boil water order for three communities

The boil water notice for customers in the Fore Acres, Hillside Acres, and Courtney Acres communities has been lifted.

Community
2 years ago
Weekend Top Picks: Get your fill of funnel cakes, ice cream and strawberries around the 352

From the fair fun to forging metal, there’s plenty for you to do with your family and friends this weekend.

Weather Updates
2 years ago
Weekend Weather: Showers possible Friday then sunny but windy this weekend

Saturday will be windy. Not great for saltwater anglers. But a nice day for almost anything else.

Equine
2 years ago
New report indicates equine industry contributes $4.3 billion economic impact in Marion County, significant growth since last study in 2018

The report released by the Florida Thoroughbred Breeders’ and Owners’ Association says Marion County maintains its trademarked title as the Horse Capital of the World® with 75,000 horses and ponies, more than any other single county or parrish in the United States.

Local
2 years ago
UPDATE: Ocala Police seeking information in fiery crash that left two dead, one injured

Ocala police say a man and woman in a car died and a juvenile in an SUV was seriously injured.

State
2 years ago
UPDATE: Amber Alert for 8-month-old girl canceled, child found safe

Authorities say the amber alert has been cancelled after the child was found safe.

zzz App Top Stories
2 years ago
A hero’s homegoing: K-9 Leo receives police escort after dying in line of duty

The sheriff’s office says the nearly 5-year-old Belgian Malinois maintained his fighting spirit but died from his injuries Tuesday morning.

Project Pawsitivity
2 years ago
Dog from recent animal cruelty case is well enough to be adopted this week

This month, enjoy FEE FREE adoptions from Marion County Animal Services!

Community
2 years ago
Transportation planners want your input on proposal to widen a nearly 3-mile stretch of SR 40 in Marion County

The Florida Department of Transportation is providing multiple ways including a virtual option for you to participate in the public meeting which will be held on Tuesday, February 27, at 5:30 p.m.

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