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.

Local
11 months ago
Gainesville’s downtown “Streatery” to undergo major renovations

Gainesville’s “Streatery” to transform into a pedestrian-only festival street, improving downtown with ADA-compliant upgrades, food truck accommodations, and community event space.

Community
11 months ago
Citrus County Fire Rescue unveils Safe Haven Baby Box at Crystal River fire station

Citrus County Fire Rescue unveils a new Safe Haven Baby Box at Fire Station #7 in Crystal River, providing a secure and anonymous option for parents in crisis.

Community
11 months ago
Captain Mike Fletcher Memorial Ride set for Oct. 26

Community is invited to gather for Captain Mike Fletcher Memorial Ride with proceeds benefiting his family through nonprofit Hook-a-Hero.

Local
11 months ago
Ocala Police Department issues phone scam alert

Ocala Police warn citizens of a phone scam involving a caller impersonating an officer and demanding money; residents urged to remain cautious.

Local
11 months ago
Ocala celebrates grand opening of new EMS facility

New “Brick City Express” EMS facility in Ocala, funded by the Penny Sales Tax, betters operations and accommodations for Marion County Fire Rescue crews.

Local
11 months ago
Florida announces disaster food assistance program for hurricane victims

Pre-registration and phased rollouts start Oct. 28, 2024, for eligible households in disaster-declared counties including Citrus, Dixie, Gilchrist, Hernando, Lake, and Levy.

Local
11 months ago
Withlacoochee River flooding prompts road closures and curfew in Citrus County

Curfew and road closures implemented as rising Withlacoochee River floods roads and boat ramps in Citrus County; residents urged to stay out of impacted areas.

Local
11 months ago
REMINDER: Marion County emergency ordinance for storm debris cleanup in effect

Marion County continues storm debris collection with drop-off sites available until October 27.

Entertainment
11 months ago
Gainesville mayor to present key to city to Hot Water Music in honor of 30-year anniversary

This week is a big deal for punk rock fans and the Gainesville music scene as FEST begins, honoring one of the city’s most celebrated bands.

Local
11 months ago
Marion County man wins $1 million prize in Florida Lottery scratch-off game

Hubert Wilkerson, 64, of Summerfield, claims $1 million prize from the Florida Lottery’s 500X THE CASH Scratch-Off game, opting for a lump-sum payment of $640,000.