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Community
6 months ago
Marion County Commission unanimously passes community services plan for coming fiscal year

The Marion County Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved the community services annual action plan at the final public hearing for the plan on Aug. 5, 2025.

Local
6 months ago
Marion County Utilities issued a boiling water notice for five addresses in Marion Oaks

Marion County Utilities issues boiling water notice in Marion Oaks during work on water meter tie in.

Juvenile found with gun aboard school bus
Crime & Safety
6 months ago
Marion County Man Arrested After Pointing Laser at Sheriff’s Helicopter

A 41-year-old Marion County man was arrested after repeatedly shining a laser pointer at a Sheriff’s Office helicopter during a late-night patrol. The suspect told deputies he was “just being silly.” He now faces felony charges.

Ocala Crimestoppers most wanted list
Crime & Safety
6 months ago
Ocala’s top 10 most wanted: Crime Stoppers seeks public’s help identifying local fugitives

Crime Stoppers of Marion County is asking for the public’s help in locating Ocala’s Top 10 Most Wanted fugitives. These individuals are wanted for felony-level offenses, including assault, drug charges, and theft.

Health & Wellness
6 months ago
DOH-Marion hosts back-to-school immunization clinics across county

The Florida Department of Health in Marion County is offering free back-to-school immunizations for children at its Ocala clinic and mobile units throughout the county.

Local
6 months ago
Crash with injuries on I-75 in Sumter County closes southbound lanes.

Vehicle crash on I-75 near mile marker 332 slows traffic, shuts down southbound lanes.

Community
6 months ago
HCA Florida Ocala hospital chosen to launch institute’s first research program in north Florida

HCA Florida Ocala Hospital will launch HCA Healthcare Research Institute’s first research program in north Florida.

Local
6 months ago
Ocala’s Big Lee’s BBQ goes viral on TikTok, draws fans from Texas and beyond

A viral TikTok video has barbecue fans driving across state lines to try Big Lee’s in Ocala. What started as a tribute to a beloved uncle has become a must-visit destination, with pitmaster Rashad Jones earning national attention.

Local
6 months ago
County to hold public hearing for proposed roadway project that will improve existing infrastructure

The final public hearing for a proposed roadway improvement project is being held Aug. 6, 2025, at 1 p.m., at the McPherson Governmental Campus.

Local
6 months ago
Marion County Fire Rescue extinguishes mobile home fire in Citra

Late-night fire damages Citra mobile home; no injuries reported, cause under investigation.