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.

Community
2 years ago
What will Ocala be like in 2050? Your input could impact the vision for the future

The city will hold three meetings this year to get community input for the Vision 2050 plan.

Project Pawsitivity
2 years ago
Looking for Love? Look to the Marion County Animal Shelter to fill that void

Not finding a companion on the dating apps? Maybe you’re looking in the wrong place. Check the Marion County Animal Shelter instead.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Scam Alert: Marion County Sheriff’s Office warns about bail bonds scam

The sheriff’s office says scammers use online inmate databases to gather information about incarcerated individuals and contact their families.

State
2 years ago
Flags fly at half-staff in honor of Marjory Stoneman Douglas Remembrance Day

The governor’s proclamation also calls for a moment of silence at 10:17 a.m.

Community
2 years ago
The Villages and Ocala ranked in the top 5 cities people moved to in 2023

While people continue to flock to the Sunshine State, the report indicates the migration has slowed. As a whole, Florida saw a decline of 34% inbound moves in 2023 compared to the prior year.

Local
2 years ago
UPDATE: Crash traps driver in SUV near Ocala Airport Monday night

The accident happened Monday around 6:30 p.m.

Education
2 years ago
Marion County names Geometry educator its 2024 Teacher of the Year

MCPS says Jennifer Brown, a teacher from Forest High School, now moves on to the state-level competition.

Community
2 years ago
Crumbl cookies coming to Ocala. But, it’ll be several months before you can satisfy your craving

A spokesperson says Crumbl is opening its first store in Ocala in the Market Street at Heath Brook shopping center later this year or early next year.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Out-of-state kids arrested on charges of threatening Marion County schools

Ocala police say students more than a thousand miles away in Illinois are responsible for texting students at Forest, Vanguard, and North Marion High schools threatening shootings and bombings.

Local
2 years ago
Gainesville mayor to discuss vision for inclusivity during annual State of the City address this week

The address will be on Tuesday, Feb. 13, starting at 10 a.m. at Santa Fe College’s Blount Center.

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