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.

Lieutenant Michelle Green works alongside her K9 partner, Tazzy, during their 10 years of dedicated service with the Ocala Police Department.
Community
8 months ago
Ocala Police Department honors Lieutenant Michelle Green for 26 years of dedicated service

Lieutenant Michelle Green retires after a distinguished career with OPD, including roles in patrol, K9, and leadership positions.

Weather Updates
8 months ago
WEEKEND WEATHER: Chilly weather continues for Ocala

Freeze warnings and bitter wind chills grip Ocala, but a warm-up is on the way by Sunday.

Photo of the letters CF in front of the College of Central Florida in Ocala.
Education
8 months ago
Discover your future at College of Central Florida’s Preview events

Explore programs, waive your application fee, and enter to win free tuition at CF’s largest event of the year.

Entertainment
8 months ago
Hoggetowne Medieval Faire returns to Downtown Gainesville this weekend

The event will be held at the City of Gainesville’s Depot Park, 874 SE 4th St., this Saturday and Sunday.

FILE: Then-Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody speaks during a roundtable discussion with President Donald Trump and law enforcement officials, Monday, June 8, 2020, at the White House in Washington.
Local
8 months ago
Newest Florida senator hosts Senior Scam Seminar in Marion County, unveils new fraud prevention resource

Senator Ashley Moody educates over 500 seniors on avoiding cybercrime, financial scams, and grandparent grifts with new safety tips and resources.

Alachua County Fire Rescue honors the memory of Firefighter/Paramedic Samuel Fick, whose dedication and service touched the lives of many. Neighboring agencies, including Marion County Fire Rescue, have joined in paying tribute to his legacy.
Local
8 months ago
Alachua County Fire Rescue mourns Firefighter/Paramedic Samuel Fick; MCFR shares tribute

Samuel Fick, who rose through the ranks from cadet to Firefighter/Paramedic, is remembered for his dedication and service by Alachua County Fire Rescue and neighboring agencies.

Marion County Fire Rescue paramedics will soon use the state-of-the-art LIFEPAK 35 devices, approved by the Board of County Commissioners, to enhance emergency response and patient care.
Local
8 months ago
Marion County approves purchase of advanced LIFEPAK 35 devices for fire rescue

The Marion County Board of County Commissioners invests in cutting-edge LIFEPAK 35 devices to enhance emergency response and patient care.

Business
8 months ago
Early bird tickets available for Heart of HR conference

Join industry leaders, including SHRM CEO Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., for a day of HR insights, innovation, and engagement in Ocala this April.

Lezli Merritt, newly appointed Belleview City Clerk, stands with Mayor Christine Dobkowski following Merritt's official swearing-in ceremony at City Hall.
Local
8 months ago
Lezli Merritt named Belleview City Clerk as Mariah Moody steps into administrator role

Mariah Moody succeeds retiring City Administrator Sandi McKamey, while Lezli Merritt brings 15 years of experience to the City Clerk position.

Marion County employees celebrate a record-breaking $12,273.39 raised during Jamboree Day to benefit the American Heart Association, March of Dimes, and United Way of Marion County.
Community
8 months ago
Marion County employees raise over $12,000 for local charities

Record-breaking Jamboree Day fundraising supports American Heart Association, March of Dimes, and United Way of Marion County.

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