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.

Crashed white pickup truck wrapped around trees in wooded area as fire rescue tools lie nearby.
Local
2 months ago
Driver rescued after crashing pickup into trees in southeast Ocala

Firefighters extricate trapped man from wreckage near SE 95th Street; patient transported as trauma alert.

Ozzy Osbourne performs on stage with intense expression, gripping a microphone.
Entertainment
2 months ago
Ozzy Osbourne dies at 76: Rock legend remembered by Wind-FM DJs

Black Sabbath frontman and MTV star honored with music and memories on local rock station

DUI checkpoint sign with blurred car lights at night
Crime & Safety
2 months ago
SEE WHO BLEW IT: Marion County DUI arrests include passed-out drivers, open Booze, and bizarre jail behavior

From a Waffle House nap to a strip club stop, these DUI suspects made all the wrong moves—according to MCSO.

Four Task Force 8 members in black uniforms and helmets stand beside rocky riverbank in Texas
State
2 months ago
Florida Task Force 8 returns home after heroic flood rescue mission in Texas

After two weeks of life-saving operations in flooded Texas counties, Marion County’s elite rescue team is on its way back to Central Florida.

Hiring manager holding a résumé during an in-person job interview across a desk.
Jobs
2 months ago
Summer surge in jobless rates across Marion, Citrus, and Levy counties

CareerSource CLM cites seasonal trends and student influx as June unemployment rises to 5.1%; job fair set for July 24 in Ocala.

Rain could affect the 352 with potential TS Francine
Weather Updates
2 months ago
Strong thunderstorm with 40 mph winds moves through Ocala and southeast Marion County

National Weather Service warns of gusty winds, downed tree limbs, and unsecured objects as storm tracks southeast through Belleview, Lake Weir, and Silver Springs Shores.

Close-up of a rolled U.S. $50 bill showing partial text and President Grant’s face.
Local
2 months ago
Ocala man strikes it rich with $1 million scratch-off win at local 7-Eleven

David Davison claims prize from Florida Lottery’s 500X THE CASH game, purchased at local 7-Eleven.

Gainesville Police Chief Nelson Moya speaks in front of an American flag during a public video appeal.
Crime & Safety
2 months ago
Gainesville police seek help identifying suspects in Easter Sunday shooting

Chief Nelson Moya urges community to come forward with tips in the tragic death of 20-year-old Ontario Bayston at TB McPherson Center.

Aerial view of Plantation Resort in Crystal River, showing hotel buildings, swimming pool, marina, and surrounding waterways.
Business
2 months ago
Plantation Resort sold: Major upgrades coming to Crystal River landmark

New owners to partner with national hotel brand, bring jobs and revitalization.

Chief Mike Balken speaking into a microphone at a community forum, with audience members in the foreground.
Community
2 months ago
Meet Ocala Police Chief Mike Balken at upcoming community safety forums

Residents invited to learn about crime trends, safety efforts, and OPD’s mission during August Q&A sessions at police headquarters.

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