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.

Community
1 year ago
Coca-Cola Ocala Distribution Center supports local youth and litter-free initiatives

Coca-Cola’s new Ocala center funds community initiatives, including the Boys & Girls Club of Marion County and the county’s anti-litter initiative.

Weather Updates
1 year ago
Hurricane Rafael gathers strength, no threat to North Central Florida

Hurricane Rafael nears Cuba, bringing heavy rain; North Central Florida sees higher humidity, rain chances.

Elections
1 year ago
Ocala voters share hopes and concerns on Election Day |PHOTOS & VIDEO

Ocala voters emphasize civic duty, unity, and local issues in 2024 presidential election turnout.

Business
1 year ago
Belleview invests in future with wastewater treatment plant expansion

Belleview awards $26M contract for wastewater treatment plant expansion, ensuring future growth.

Elections
1 year ago
ELECTION RESULTS: Key victories and voter decisions in Florida

Find out the election winners and see which amendments passed—and which didn’t.

Local
1 year ago
Heagy-Burry boat ramp to close for construction and improvements

Improvements include a new two-lane boat ramp and paved parking lot.

Community
1 year ago
Appleton Museum hosts festive community tree display

Festive community tree display at Appleton Museum brightens the holiday season.

Exterior of HCA Florida Ocala Hospital on a sunny day
Health & Wellness
1 year ago
Ocala hospitals ranked best in Florida for orthopedic, spine, and vascular surgeries

HCA Florida Ocala and West Marion Hospitals named top in orthopedic, spine, vascular care.

Community
1 year ago
New activities add holiday magic to Light Up Lake Lillian

Belleview’s Light Up Lake Lillian festival expands with cookie decorating, ornament making.

Local
1 year ago
Marion County and Ocala Fire Rescue crews battle NE Ocala structure fire

Firefighters battled a late-night house fire Sunday, Nov. 3, bringing it under control within 15 minutes.