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Crime & Safety
2 months ago
Lady Lake Police Arrest Teens in Multiple Burglaries

Multiple teens were detained and ultimately arrested by Lady Lake police on Jan. 20 and charged with two commercial burglaries and an attempted vehicle break-in.

Entertainment
2 months ago
Social Media Post Hints McIntosh 1890s Festival May Be Revived Under New Management

The Friends of McIntosh announced on Wednesday that the McIntosh 1890s Festival may be revived under new stewardship.

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Local
2 months ago
Ocala City Council Provided with Update on the Ocala Fiber Network

Uptown Services’ update on the Ocala Fiber Network demonstrated that the broadband provided by the city is competitive and an exceptional choice.

A large, orange, diamond-shaped sign with white supports reads, "Road Closed Ahead." To the right of it is a paved sidewalk leading to a construction site in the background and right has a road with a coffee shop on the corner of the road.
Local
2 months ago
TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Road Closures Planned for I-75 SB at CR 320 Starting Thursday

CR 320 and I-75 will be closed near Micanopy at various times for roadwork from Thursday, Jan. 22 through early February.

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Community
2 months ago
Marion County Commission Chair Carl Zalak Delivers the State of The County Address

Marion County is poised for the future and Marion County Commission Chair Carl Zalak, III, delivered the State of the County Address, bringing clarity and a new perspective to the MetroCEP’s ExCEPtional Mornings on Jan. 21.

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Community
2 months ago
Southwest Florida Water Management District Preserve in Marion County to Close for Hog Hunt

The Southwest Florida Water Management District will close its Hálpata Tastanaki Preserve in Dunnellon Jan. 27-29 for a feral hog hunt.

A storefront features beige, peach and white walls with red overhangs. under the overhangs are glass walls with glass doors. A sidewalk is in front of the stores. On the white section above the overhangs is a large, white, bold sign reading, "Uptown Cheapstake Fashion Exchange."
Features
2 months ago
Where to Shop in Ocala for Valentine’s Day Gifts and Decorations

As Valentine’s Day approaches, shops are beginning to offer Valentine decor, gifts and celebratory items for a day of appreciating loved ones.

A black backgrounds has saloon doors with caution tape over it, a detective, a magnifying glass and a fingerprint. Red and blue lights surround the image. At the top is a long caution tape with black text reading, "Murder Mystery."
Entertainment
2 months ago
Murder and Sleuths: Marion County Murder Mystery Shows

This week is host to two interactive murder mystery shows where the guests must solve the mystery without becoming suspects themselves.

Historic brick buildings with a mix of red brick and white facades, with green awnings over storefronts. A sign for "The Lodge" bar and restaurant is visible on a white building to the right. A "One Way" street sign points left and colorful flower planters decorate the sidewalk.
Food & Drink
2 months ago
Haagen-Dazs Ice Cream Shop Planned for Downtown Ocala

Downtown Ocala is awaiting the addition of a new Haagen-Dazs store location, continuing the trend of new food and retail businesses moving into the area.

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Local
2 months ago
Twin Demonstrations in The Villages Mark the Anniversary of President Trump’s Second Inauguration

The Villages Democratic Club marked the anniversary of President Donald Trump’s second inauguration with protests on both the north and south sides of the community.

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