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.

Weather Updates
8 months ago
WORKWEEK WEATHER: Unseasonably warm temperatures soar, raising eyebrows and thermometers

Ocala faces unseasonably warm temperatures this week, with potential record-breaking highs reaching the upper 80s.

Local
8 months ago
Florida gas prices drop 5 cents after sharp rise, but remain higher than last month

Despite a slight weekend decline, Florida gas prices continue their cycle of fluctuation as crude oil prices trend downward.

Florida Highway Patrol cruiser parked at night with emergency lights on
Local
8 months ago
Brooker man struck and killed on I-75 near Ocala after running into traffic

Florida Highway Patrol says the man was darting in and out of traffic before being hit by a sedan; no injuries reported in the vehicle.

Entertainment
8 months ago
Super Bowl Sunday Showdown: Chiefs vs. Eagles – but the real MVP? The food!

While the Chiefs and Eagles battle for the championship, a new survey reveals that for many Americans, the real highlight of Super Bowl Sunday is the game-day feast.

Features
8 months ago
Bid for a Cure: Bear-A-Thon online auction supports pediatric cancer research

Bid on exclusive concert experiences, signed memorabilia, and more at the 26th Annual Stop Children’s Cancer Bear-A-Thon Online Auction this Wednesday, February 12, 2025, to support pediatric cancer research and provide comfort to young patients.

Daniela Drazan, left, and Daniela Banatova during show their resin pallets during First Friday Art Walk
Entertainment
8 months ago
PHOTOS | Downtown Ocala comes alive during February’s First Friday Art Walk

Experience the vibrant arts, live music, and local creativity at Ocala’s First Friday Art Walk, a must-visit monthly event happening through May in Downtown Ocala.

A $40 donation provides a teddy bear or chemo duck to comfort a child undergoing cancer treatment at UF Health Shands Children's Hospital.
Features
8 months ago
How Bonnie Freeman’s legacy continues to fight childhood cancer through Bear-A-Thon

The 26th Stop Children’s Cancer Bear-A-Thon helps fund pediatric cancer research and provide comfort to children undergoing treatment at UF Health Shands.

Ocala Fire Rescue firefighters work to extinguish a front-end loader fire on NW 11th Street, preventing the flames from spreading to nearby vegetation and containing a diesel spill.
Local
8 months ago
Ocala Fire Rescue contains front-end loader fire, prevents diesel spill and vegetation risk

Firefighters swiftly extinguished a heavy-equipment blaze on NW 11th Street, securing a water source and containing a diesel leak to prevent environmental hazards.

Features
8 months ago
Touchdowns, Tailgates, and TVs: The 10 Best Places to Watch the Super Bowl in the 352

From sports bars to craft beer havens, Ocala has the perfect spot to catch every Super Bowl moment with great food, drinks, and an electric atmosphere.

Firefighters work to extinguish a blaze at Berkley Pointe Apartments in Ocala, Fla., on Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025. Crews contained the fire to a single unit and rescued a family’s cat. No injuries were reported.
Local
8 months ago
Firefighters battle apartment blaze in Ocala, rescue family cat

Ocala Fire Rescue contained an electrical fire at Berkley Pointe Apartments, displacing a family but preventing further damage.

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