news
1 year ago
Tractor trailer hits Gilchrist County school bus carrying 23 kids Tuesday afternoon

The Florida Highway Patrol says all children and drivers are fine. No injuries were reported.

Elections
1 year ago
ELECTION RESULTS: Federal and state races in North Central Florida

We’re updating the results in primary contests for Congress and state legislative races throughout the evening. Check back frequently.

Local
1 year ago
Raising funds and hope for Marion County Fire Rescue employee battling cancer

A country music concert at Orange Blossom Opry over the weekend raised money for Angela Knight, a 25-year veteran of Marion County Fire Rescue. She was recently diagnosed of Stage 4 bone cancer.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Gilchrist County Sheriff’s Office arrest man following traffic stop turned drug bust

The Gilchrist County Sheriff’s Office says they found methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia in 41-year-old Jason Anthony Morris’ car.

Local
1 year ago
NEW INFORMATION: Crash on County Road 472 killed Oxford woman, two others injured

Troopers say a 55-year-old woman died in near head-on collision on County Road 472 Monday night.

Elections
1 year ago
PRIMARY ELECTION DAY: A look at how the 352 exercised its civic duty | PHOTOS

Polls are open until 7 p.m. We invite you to share your election day photos with us.

Local
1 year ago
Sumter County building renamed to honor man’s 50 years of public service

Garry Breeden served Sumter County for 50 years from 1972 and 2022. The county’s Public Works Building has been named to celebrate his dedication.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Citrus County deputies say woman tried to shoplift from Walmart during back-to-school event

The Citrus County Sheriff’s Office didn’t have to go far to arrest 49-year-old Madie Andrews. Deputies were participating in the back-to-school event.

Elections
1 year ago
Voting in today’s primary election? Check out the sample ballot for your county before heading to the polls

Last-minute election questions? Where to vote? Forms of ID? Here’s everything you need to know before heading to the polls today.

Education
1 year ago
New “Thank a Teacher” program spotlights special educators and awards them $250

HCA Florida Ocala Hospital and HCA Florida West Marion Hospital have partnered with the Public Education Foundation of Marion County to recognize teachers.