Kathy Dugan

Kathy is what is called a "River Rat" from Dunnellon, spending a lot of time on the beautiful Rainbow River growing up. She's spent 18+ years in radio news and more than 30 years as a journalist. She holds an AA in Mass Communications from the College of Central Florida.

Mugshots of seven individuals arrested and a graphic showing three outstanding warrants in Levy County sex offender crackdown
Crime & Safety
3 months ago
7 arrested in Levy County sex offender compliance crackdown

Sheriff’s office operation targets non-compliant sex offenders and predators; three more under active investigation.

Group of VITAS Healthcare employees and local leaders standing outside the new Ocala office, cheering during a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Business
3 months ago
VITAS Healthcare celebrates grand opening of new Marion County office

Facility expands compassionate hospice and palliative care for local patients and families.

Mugshots of three suspects arrested by Marion County deputies after a beer theft and vehicle pursuit.
Crime & Safety
3 months ago
Beer theft at Marion County 7-Eleven ends in chase and drug arrests

Deputies say a stolen beer report led to a brief pursuit and the arrest of three people on theft, fleeing, and drug charges.

American flag suspended between two fire trucks with a faint rainbow in the background in Ocala, Florida.
Weather Updates
3 months ago
WORKWEEK WEATHER: Red, hot, and thunder-boom skies ahead in the Ocala area

Scattered storms and sizzling temps kick off the week as forecasters watch possible tropical trouble before the Fourth of July weekend.

A motorcyclist holds a helmet beside a parked motorcycle in Ocala. Local police are increasing traffic enforcement through September to improve motorcycle safety.
Local
3 months ago
Ocala police launch motorcycle safety enforcement through September

City-wide FDOT-backed operation aims to reduce crashes and save lives.

A Florida Highway Patrol cruiser blocks a roadway during a traffic incident.
Local
3 months ago
Motorcyclist killed in Marion County crash after vehicle turns into path

Florida Highway Patrol says 27-year-old Citra man died at the scene following two-vehicle collision on NE County Road 315.

Paris Richardson is crowned Miss Florida 2025 by Casana Fink during the Miss Florida Scholarship Competition.
State
3 months ago
Paris Richardson crowned Miss Florida 2025, marking historic win for Gainesville

Ocala’s Caroline Schapansky named finalist as Gainesville celebrates first Miss Florida title in over 70 years.

Three young girls wearing backpacks walk hand-in-hand down a tree-lined path.
Community
3 months ago
Back to School Community Giveback returns July 26 to support 6,000+ Marion County students

With free backpacks, school supplies, and vital resources at multiple locations across Marion County, this collaborative event empowers families ahead of the new school year.

Heavy highway traffic with multiple lanes of vehicles during daytime travel.
State
3 months ago
Record-breaking Fourth of July travel expected as 4.6 million Floridians hit the road

AAA forecasts 72.2 million Americans will travel for Independence Day 2025, with Florida seeing historic highs in road trips, flights, and cruises.

Group of people standing in front of two vehicles during a ribbon cutting event at Estella Byrd Whitman Community Health Center in Ocala.
Community
3 months ago
Estella Byrd Whitman unveils donated vehicles to boost patient access in Ocala

With support from the City of Ocala and community leaders, the health center’s new vehicles aim to eliminate transportation barriers to medical and specialty care.

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