The College of Central Florida Patriots baseball team gears up for the 2025 season opener at the JUCO Early Bird Tournament in Auburndale, Florida.
Sports
8 months ago
Patriots set to open 2025 baseball season at Early Bird tournament

CF Patriots aim for a strong start in the JUCO Early Bird Tournament with a deep roster and championship aspirations.

The Florida Highway Patrol posted this photo on Facebook on Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2025, stating that it was already snowing in Pensacola.
Weather Updates
8 months ago
Ocala braces for winter blast

Freeze Warning and Cold Weather Advisory in effect as Marion County braces for near-record lows.

Local
8 months ago
Florida Department of Health in Marion County to close on Wednesday due to weather impacts

Florida Department of Health in Marion County informs via email that office will be closed on Wednesday, January 22, due to weather impacts.

Line workers demonstrate their skills during a pole-climbing event at the Florida Lineman Competition. The 2025 competition, hosted by Ocala Electric Utility, will take place on March 1 at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala.
Local
8 months ago
Ocala Electric Utility to host 2025 Florida Lineman Competition at the World Equestrian Center

Skilled line workers from across Florida will compete in challenging events celebrating safety, teamwork, and expertise on March 1 in Ocala.

31-year-old Brandon Angevine was arrested on Capital Sexual Battery charges.
Crime & Safety
8 months ago
Deputies arrest Ocala man on capital sexual battery charges

Marion County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested 31-year-old Brandon Michael Angevine for Sexual Battery on a Victim younger than 12 years old.

Features
8 months ago
Ocala’s Boots Wright drives to global success in combined driving

Florida Horse Park kicks off the USEF Combined Driving Season with the first leg of the Florida Driving Triple Crown.

Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., a nominee for Secretary of State, attends the 60th Presidential Inauguration in the Rotunda of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Monday, Jan. 20, 2025.
National
8 months ago
Senate confirms Marco Rubio as secretary of state, giving Trump the first member of his Cabinet

The Senate unanimously confirmed Florida Senator Marco Rubio as Secretary of State with a 99-0 vote, making him the first Latino to hold the position and the first confirmed member of President Trump’s new Cabinet following his return to the White House.

Marchers bundled up during the annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. March in Ocala, FL on Monday, January 20, 2025.
Community
8 months ago
Ocala honors Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with unity march and reflections on his legacy | PHOTOS

Local leaders, churches, and community groups gather to celebrate Dr. King’s message of nonviolence, equality, and unity, emphasizing his enduring impact on civil rights and education.

An artist's rendering of Parking Garage #2 showcases the planned design and layout, highlighting its integration into downtown Ocala’s aesthetic and functionality.
Local
8 months ago
City of Ocala to hold public input meetings on parking garage #2 updates

Two sessions will provide project updates and allow for public feedback on downtown parking improvements.

James Edward Ford III, 43, former West Port High School assistant football coach, was arrested Wednesday on multiple felony charges involving sexual activity with a minor.
Crime & Safety
8 months ago
Former West Port coach charged with sexual activity with a minor

James Edward Ford III was arrested and now faces multiple felony charges in student sex case.