The Ocala City Council approved a monument to honor the legacy of Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church at the site of the future Downtown Garage No. 2 during their Dec. 3 meeting.
Community
1 year ago
Historic church to be honored as downtown parking garage project moves forward

City council approves monument to honor the 157-year legacy of Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church as plans for a new parking garage move forward.

Local
1 year ago
“We’ll miss you, Heather”: Gainesville morning show host dies in early morning wreck

Heather Jennings, former radio host for stations such as WPLL I Am Country 106.9 FM and Nature Coast Country: Z-103.3 FM, was killed on her way to work Tuesday morning.

Community
1 year ago
6th annual Downtown Ocala Christmas golf cart parade promises festive fun for a great cause

The parade kicks off at 6 p.m., winding through downtown Ocala. Find a spot near the Square and wave to Santa.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Dunnellon Police ask for assistance in identifying two individuals who robbed a local Beall’s

Cameras inside of the Beall’s in Dunnellon captured two individuals alleged to have been involved in a theft of the retail store.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
MCSO arrests 14-year-old on second degree murder charges

Marion County Sheriff’s Office has charged 14-year-old Kydris Jackson with the 2023 murder of 19-year-old Griffin Smith during a firearm transaction outside of a Dollar General.

Community
1 year ago
Community rallies to support young adults in foster care, but more help is needed

Help foster youth and young families feel the holiday spirit through community generosity and upcoming fundraising events.

Education
1 year ago
College of Central Florida hosts open house Dec. 4

College of Central Florida open house offers campus tours, application assistance, and fee waivers for future students.

Community
1 year ago
Dunnellon’s annual Small Town Christmas Parade set for Dec. 7

Celebrate the holiday season with Dunnellon’s ‘Superhero Christmas’ parade featuring festive floats and community spirit.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Ocala police need your help identifying car break-in suspects

Police offer $3,000 reward for information on suspects linked to vehicle break-ins near Paddock Mall

Local
1 year ago
Marion County weighs changes to animal control ordinance

Commissioners discuss proposed animal ordinance changes, licensing improvements, and shelter philosophy updates.