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.

Local
10 months ago
Florida gas prices see slight increase

Ocala gas prices remain lower than the state average.

Local
10 months ago
SW 59th St. closure begins Monday, Dec. 16

Roadwork for Aurora Oaks development to cause temporary closure.

Crime & Safety
10 months ago
MCSO investigates deadly shooting in Dunnellon area

The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deadly shooting that happened early Saturday morning in Rainbow Lakes Estates.

Santa waves to fans as he is the last float during the annual Ocala Christmas Parade.
Community
10 months ago
PHOTOS & VIDEO: Ocala Christmas Parade draws record crowds with festive floats and performances

Thousands celebrate Ocala’s largest Christmas Parade with bands, floats, and family fun.

Community
10 months ago
Honoring local memories: 352today launches new obituary section

Share and honor your loved ones with 352today’s new obituary section, powered by Legacy.com.

Local
10 months ago
Stop Children’s Cancer and Turtles Fly Too unite for life-saving missions and research

Turtles Fly Too dedicates sea turtle transport mission to the memory of Bonnie Freeman, amplifying efforts to support pediatric cancer research through Stop Children’s Cancer.

Marion County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested Jiaan Cao, who is accused of attempting to defraud an 82-year-old woman out of $160,000 in a sophisticated scam involving fake bank claims and a bogus federal agent.
Crime & Safety
10 months ago
Scammer arrested after attempting to defraud Marion County elderly woman

An 82-year-old Marion County woman was nearly defrauded of $160,000 in a scam involving false claims of hacked bank accounts and a bogus federal agent, leading to the arrest of Jiaan Cao.

Features
10 months ago
Where to dine this Christmas: Restaurants open on Christmas Eve and Day

From casual eateries to upscale dining, discover the best spots open for your holiday meals this Christmas season.

Law enforcement agencies, including UDEST, played a key role in the investigation that led to the conviction of James E. Brown and Sammy L. Welcome on multiple drug trafficking charges.
news
10 months ago
Brown found guilty of multiple drug trafficking charges after lengthy investigation

James E. Brown and Sammy L. Welcome Sr. found guilty of multiple drug trafficking charges following a multi-agency investigation in Marion County.

Weather Updates
10 months ago
WEEKEND WEATHER: Perfect weather set for Ocala Christmas Parade

Sunny skies and mild temperatures promise an ideal evening, with highs in the upper 70s for tailgating and a comfortable 70°F at the 5:30 p.m. parade kickoff.

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