Community
11 months ago
Citrus County Fire Rescue unveils Safe Haven Baby Box at Crystal River fire station

Citrus County Fire Rescue unveils a new Safe Haven Baby Box at Fire Station #7 in Crystal River, providing a secure and anonymous option for parents in crisis.

Local
11 months ago
Sumter County begins Hurricane Milton debris removal, lays out reminders for residents

Sumter County urges residents to place all storm damage debris on the edge of their property.

Photo shows a MCSO patrol vehicle.
Crime & Safety
11 months ago
Marion County deputies investigate deadly shooting involving 14-year-old victim

MCSO deputies say they located 14-year-old Marshaun Jones at the scene, dead from an apparent gunshot wound.

Community
11 months ago
Captain Mike Fletcher Memorial Ride set for Oct. 26

Community is invited to gather for Captain Mike Fletcher Memorial Ride with proceeds benefiting his family through nonprofit Hook-a-Hero.

Local
11 months ago
Ocala Police Department issues phone scam alert

Ocala Police warn citizens of a phone scam involving a caller impersonating an officer and demanding money; residents urged to remain cautious.

Local
11 months ago
Ocala celebrates grand opening of new EMS facility

New “Brick City Express” EMS facility in Ocala, funded by the Penny Sales Tax, betters operations and accommodations for Marion County Fire Rescue crews.

Local
11 months ago
Florida announces disaster food assistance program for hurricane victims

Pre-registration and phased rollouts start Oct. 28, 2024, for eligible households in disaster-declared counties including Citrus, Dixie, Gilchrist, Hernando, Lake, and Levy.

Local
11 months ago
Withlacoochee River flooding prompts road closures and curfew in Citrus County

Curfew and road closures implemented as rising Withlacoochee River floods roads and boat ramps in Citrus County; residents urged to stay out of impacted areas.

Education
11 months ago
Marion County approves $1.74 million contract to tackle school bus driver shortage

New contract aims to improve transportation for Marion Technical Institute students, addressing inconsistent routes and ensuring quicker access to educational services.

Local
11 months ago
REMINDER: Marion County emergency ordinance for storm debris cleanup in effect

Marion County continues storm debris collection with drop-off sites available until October 27.