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.

Photo of the front of Walmart.
Crime & Safety
5 months ago
Former Walmart employee, 26, charged after shooting at Gainesville store

Police say a verbal dispute escalated into gunfire inside the Butler Plaza Walmart; the suspect later turned himself in.

A child’s hand rests on a car seat harness, a visual reminder of the importance of checking the back seat—especially on National Heatstroke Prevention Day, May 1.
Local
5 months ago
May 1 is National Heatstroke Prevention Day: A lifesaving reminder for families on the go

With temperatures rising, safety officials urge parents and caregivers to “look before you lock” and help prevent hot car tragedies.

Florida Highway Patrol cruiser parked at night with emergency lights on
Local
5 months ago
Motorcyclist killed in crash on CR 42 in Marion County

FHP says Ocala man died after collision with pickup truck during U-turn attempt.

Close-up of piano hammers captured by artist David Kellner, featured in Melodic Metamorphosis at The Brick Gallery in Downtown Ocala.
Entertainment
5 months ago
Melodic Metamorphosis exhibit opens during Ocala’s First Friday Art Walk

Interactive art, music, and poetry blend for a cause at The Brick Gallery.

Bryan Francois, 25, and Natasha Francois, 33, were arrested Tuesday after separate incidents involving a Marion County school bus, according to the sheriff’s office.
Crime & Safety
5 months ago
Two arrested after altercation involving school bus and brass knuckles in Marion County

Deputies say a verbal altercation escalated into property damage after a man threw brass knuckles through a school bus window in southwest Marion County.

Santa Fe College Fall 2024 Graduation Ceremony commencement in the Gym on Dec. 13, 2024, in Gainesville, FL.
Local
5 months ago
Santa Fe College to honor more than 1,600 graduates during spring and summer commencement

Ceremonies will be held May 1-2 at the Northwest Campus gym with live-streaming available for guests.

Christian Scribben, 17, is shown in a booking photo after his arrest on April 29, 2025, in Marion County, FL, for charges related to directing child sexual performances via Roblox.
Crime & Safety
5 months ago
Marion County teen charged as adult for directing child sexual performances via Roblox

17-year-old Christian Scribben faces multiple charges after allegedly targeting children online, prompting ongoing investigation by sheriff’s office.

Louis “LJ” Johnson III, 10, is seen smiling in a family photo taken outside his home. His parents have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the Marion County School Board, alleging teacher-led bullying led to his 2023 suicide.
Local
5 months ago
Parents file lawsuit against Marion school board two years after 10-year-old son’s suicide allegedly tied to teacher’s bullying

Lawsuit claims Legacy Elementary teacher publicly humiliated LJ for months while school officials ignored repeated parent complaints.

Local
5 months ago
Gas leak shuts down stretch of E. Fort King Street in Ocala Tuesday afternoon

Quick response by Ocala Police, Fire Rescue, and TECO crews helps restore traffic after natural gas line rupture.

The College of Central Florida Hampton Center in Ocala, shown Monday, April 28, 2025. The campus was briefly locked down during a nearby police response but has since reopened.
Local
5 months ago
CF Hampton Center briefly locked down during nearby police response

All students and staff safe as Ocala Police investigate incident near downtown campus.

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