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.

Ocala Crimestoppers most wanted list
Crime & Safety
2 months ago
Multiple arrests made in Marion County for DUI, drug charges, and battery on deputies

Marion County Sheriff’s Office reports five arrests in separate incidents involving drugs, DUIs, warrants, and assaults on law enforcement.

Entertainment
2 months ago
Ocala Shrine Rodeo returns August 29–30 with two nights of PRCA action

Family-friendly rodeo event brings bull riding, barrel racing, and more to Southeastern Livestock Pavilion.

Mugshot of Kewarren Anderson, arrested for armed robbery in Ocala
Crime & Safety
2 months ago
K9 Marshal helps capture armed robbery suspect at Ocala Taco Bell

Suspect broke in through drive-thru window and chased employees.

Florida Highway Patrol cruiser parked at night with emergency lights on
Crime & Safety
2 months ago
Pedestrian killed in late-night hit-and-run on Maricamp Road in Ocala

FHP says vehicle fled scene after striking man in unlit turn lane; public asked to help identify suspect.

Mugshot of Robert Robinson, sentenced to life for Ocklawaha triple murder
Crime & Safety
2 months ago
Robert Robinson sentenced to life for Ocklawaha triple murder of teens

He will be eligible for sentence review after 25 years for the 2023 killings of Layla Silvernail, Camille Quarles, and Michael Hodo Jr.

Marion County Sheriff Billy Woods seated at his desk in uniform with American flag
State
2 months ago
Marion County Sheriff Billy Woods appointed to state law enforcement training commission

Governor DeSantis names Woods and other leaders to oversee police training, certification, and ethical standards in Florida.

Man in sunglasses and a gray hat exits Best Buy in Ocala after suspected credit card fraud.
Crime & Safety
2 months ago
Man wanted for using stolen credit cards to buy Apple products in Ocala

Marion County deputies are asking for help identifying a suspect who charged over $4,000 at Best Buy using credit cards stolen during a vehicle burglary at Silver Springs State Park.

Tahj Brewton booking photo from Marion County Sheriff’s Office
Crime & Safety
2 months ago
Second teen sentenced in brutal Ocklawaha triple murder case

Tahj Brewton gets life in prison for killing three teens; final co-defendant to appear in court this afternoon.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks at a podium flanked by American and Florida state flags during a press conference.
State
2 months ago
DOGE comes to Gainesville as DeSantis targets city spending in new oversight push

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announces Gainesville among first cities to face DOGE audits, aiming to uncover wasteful spending and provide relief for taxpayers.

Mugshot of Christopher Atkins, 15, wearing a pink-striped jail uniform.
Crime & Safety
2 months ago
Teen sentenced to 40 years in 2023 Ocklawaha triple murder case

Christopher Atkins, 15, receives prison term after pleading guilty to killing Camille Quaroles and testifying against co-defendants.