Elora Pfriender

Elora is a student reporter from right here in Ocala. She is a recent College of Central Florida graduate, and she is now a junior at the University of Central Florida currently working toward her BA in Writing & Rhetoric.

Education
2 years ago
Fighting Fentanyl: Substance use prevention programs help make Marion County students anti-drug advocates

Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) programs are working in schools across the county to help keep kids safe and sober.

Local
2 years ago
New concession store comes to the Swamp just in time for football season

This football season, UF’s Ben Hill Griffin Stadium is welcoming a new way to buy concessions. Grab “N” Go Gators will debut at the first home game of the season this Saturday, Sept. 9.

Health & Wellness
2 years ago
Update on power restoration efforts in wake of Idalia, Safety reminders for those still without power

The power is back in Ocala, but many areas across the 352 are still without electricity. Here are some safety precautions while you wait for power to be restored.

Local
2 years ago
In the wake of Idalia, Marion County sets out to help hard-hit communities

Marion County avoided the worst of the hurricane, so deputies transported their emergency equipment to Madison County, an area heavily impacted by the storm, instead.

Local
2 years ago
Community round-up: How Idalia’s impacting towns and cities in the 352 | PHOTOS

Keep up with how Idalia is impacting your hometown, even if you’re taking shelter elsewhere. Check back often for updates.

Local
2 years ago
Real-time translation provides emergency services for non-English speakers in Sumter County

Can’t call 911 during an Idalia emergency? Any Sumter County resident can text local emergency lines, even if they don’t speak English.

Local
2 years ago
NEW INFORMATION: Idalia’s impact county-by-county

Here’s a county-by-county breakdown of key information from emergency management officials in the 352.

Local
2 years ago
Local governments share precautions to take before Idalia makes landfall

Time to prepare is running out. County emergency management officials across north-central Florida are sharing tips to prepare before Idalia hits as a major hurricane on Wednesday.

Local
2 years ago
Preparing for Idalia? Find sandbag sites near you

Counties across the 352 area are opening sandbag sites for residents to fill emergency sandbags. Find a location near you.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Marion County Sheriff’s Office says 14-year-old led deputies on high-speed chase

MCSO says teen was driving two other juvenile passengers in the unregistered vehicle. The pursuit involved multiple units from Marion County Sheriff’s Office, Ocala Police Department and even the county’s helicopter.

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