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.

Surveillance footage shows a pickup truck suspected in a hit-and-run crash on April 18 at SR 326 and NE Jacksonville Road in Marion County. Florida Highway Patrol is asking for the public’s help identifying the driver.
Local
5 months ago
FHP investigating hit-and-run crash at SR 326 and NE Jacksonville Road

Florida Highway Patrol asks for public’s help identifying driver who fled scene.

Motorcycles line Main Street in historic Leesburg for Bikefest 2024 on Saturday, April 27, 2024.
Entertainment
5 months ago
Engines, entertainment, and easy access: Leesburg Bikefest returns this weekend

Three-day motorcycle festival brings music, vendors, and shuttle service to downtown Leesburg; drivers on U.S. 441 should plan for delays.

A newly installed raised median lines a section of SR 200 in Ocala, part of a Florida Department of Transportation project aimed at improving traffic safety and reducing accidents along the busy corridor.
Local
5 months ago
Big changes on SR 200 in Ocala: What you need to know

Raised medians, new turn lanes, and pedestrian signals aim to make one of Ocala’s busiest roads safer, but expect lane shifts and delays during construction.

A vendor smiles while arranging plants at a flower market, one of many garden-themed displays expected at Ocala’s Big Bloom Home & Garden Show.
Local
5 months ago
Big Bloom Home & Garden Show brings fresh ideas to Ocala families this weekend

Free weekend event features shopping, seminars, roses, and kids’ activities at WEC.

Children enjoy the slides at Tuscawilla Park in Ocala. Portions of the playground will close in phases for upgrades and maintenance.
Community
5 months ago
Tuscawilla Park playground gets a fresh update, but expect temporary closures

Rotating sections will close for maintenance as crews install new equipment and spruce up the space.

Left to right: Marcia Meloni, WOW 2nd VP; Patricia Pratt, WOW Technology Chairperson; Kari Hamende, HMCF Interim Executive Director; Michele Croud, WOW President; Stacey Perlmutter, HMCF Annual Gifts Manager; Martha Dominguez, HMCF Dementia Services Manager; Dolores Burke, WOW 1st VP; Anita Martinetto, WOW Treasurer.
Community
5 months ago
Fashion with a purpose: Local women’s club doubles donation for dementia education

WOW Club’s $8,500 gift to Hospice of Marion County will fund a new training center for caregivers and first responders.

Tamara Fleischhaker, smiling in a professional headshot, wearing a black blazer and blue top against a neutral background.
Community
5 months ago
Tamara Fleischhaker named interim CEO of Ocala Metro CEP

Fleischhaker steps in to lead CEP during leadership transition as national CEO search continues.

Rotarians Herb Silverman, Tony Park, and Phyllis Silverman plus a friend
Community
5 months ago
Rotary returns to Ocala with first new club in 23 years

Rotary Club of IMPACT Ocala offers a modern, flexible approach to service and community connection.

A person holds a credit card while reviewing payment information on a laptop, common scenario scammers exploit in identity theft cases.
Community
5 months ago
Belleview hosts free movie night with a serious message: How to protect your family from scams

Watch ‘Thelma,’ enjoy refreshments, and learn how to outsmart fraudsters at this free April 29 event focused on identity theft prevention.

Ocala gas prices remain steady even as crude oil drops and gasoline futures climb.
Local
5 months ago
Florida gas prices dip slightly, but upward pressure may return

Ocala drivers see slight relief at the pump, but rising oil prices could shift trend.

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