Katie Wheeless

Katie Wheeless is the Publisher and Editor-in-Chief for Saga Communications, with a network of hyper-local news platforms dedicated to informing and connecting communities. With a background in media leadership and a passion for local journalism, she oversees editorial direction, community engagement, and strategic growth.

Hope Lake Weir receives certification from Second Harvest Food bank
Community
3 months ago
Hope Lake Weir Joins Second Harvest Food Bank’s Nutritious Pantry Network

Hope Lake Weir is one of the five local community feeding partners to achieve Nutritious Pantry certification from Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida.

Kids making summer-time memories in Ocala Florida
Entertainment
3 months ago
5 Family-Friendly Things to do Before Summer Break Ends in Marion County

Marion County Schools will start back in just a little over a month. Here are 5 fun things to do before summer vacation comes to an end.

Gainesville Fire and Rescue is deployed to help with search and rescue in Texas
Local
3 months ago
Gainesville Fire Rescue District Chief deploys to Texas with Florida USAR Task Force 8

Gainesville Fire Rescue has deployed to Texas to help with search and rescue after devastating floods swept through the area.

Blurred red and blue police lights glowing in the dark during a nighttime emergency response.
Crime & Safety
3 months ago
Marion County 9-1-1 Emergency Phone System Restored

Marion County officials confirmed that the 9-1-1 emergency systems are back to normal working order.

An individual standing in a blurred background with their arms behind their back, handcuffed.
Crime & Safety
3 months ago
Ocala’s Most Wanted: Tracking Marion County’s Fugitives

Crime Stoppers of Marion County needs your help to find the most wanted fugitives in Ocala and the surrounding areas.

Ocala Police vehicle at night with crime scene tape near a gas station where a man was found deceased.
Community
4 months ago
URGENT: 911 System Malfunctioning Across Central Florida

Marion County residents are being asked to text 911 instead of making phone calls. Emergency management is working to resolve the issues.

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