Community
1 year ago
Immerse yourself in the African American legacy of West Ocala’s new Heritage Trail 

A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on September 3, 2024, to celebrate the project, which took six years to finish.

Local
1 year ago
A close call: Ocala National Forest hiker rescued by MCFR after wandering off trail

The 911 dispatcher remained on the call with her as first responders continuously sounded a whistle for her to follow.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Dunnellon man arrested for felony animal cruelty after authorities took 12 animals from his home

CCSO says he could face additional charges but won’t know more until after medical intake exams by the shelter veterinarian.

State
1 year ago
Drowsy Driving Prevention Week: It’s a wake-up call for Florida drivers

Throughout September, FLHSMV will focus on educating drivers on how to recognize the warning signs of fatigue, strategies to prevent drowsiness before driving, and the best actions to take if feeling tired behind the wheel.

Local
1 year ago
Three Alachua County families preserve their legacies with a donation to conservation projects

Thanks to these collective efforts, 229 acres of environmentally significant land in Alachua County are now protected.

Local
1 year ago
Sumter County family gets new home through SHIP program

Eligible first-time home buyers can receive up to $20,000 in the form of a 0% interest loan.

Business
1 year ago
Stepping into the future: Ocala’s economic blueprint for 2050

Learn how the city of Ocala is working on its economic growth and what it hopes to achieve by 2050, inspired by its unique identity and lessons learned from the past.

Health & Wellness
1 year ago
Clash between UF Health and United Healthcare affects healthcare access for thousands

UF Health stresses that it remains dedicated to serving patients with urgent medical needs, such as pregnancies, emergency care, cancer treatments, and other essential services.

Local
1 year ago
MCFR acts quickly to extinguish Ocala RV fire

No injuries were reported, but the RV was a complete loss

Weather Updates
1 year ago
WORKWEEK WEATHER: Brace for barbecues and Florida’s busiest month for hurricanes

Over the last six years, there have been at least six storms in September every year.