news
2 years ago
National Margarita Day: Celebrate with the Best Flavors

The margarita is believed to have been a creative twist on the traditional Mexican drink called the “Tequila Daisy,” which was made with tequila, lime juice, and a splash of soda. Over the years, the cocktail evolved into the margarita we know and love today symbolizing celebration and leisure.

Sports
2 years ago
Gators lose in overtime to Alabama’s Crimson Tide, 98-93

The Gators are back in Gainesville for Saturday’s game against Vanderbilt.

Local
2 years ago
UPDATE: Ocala Police seeking information in fiery crash that left two dead, one injured

Ocala police say a man and woman in a car died and a juvenile in an SUV was seriously injured.

State
2 years ago
UPDATE: Amber Alert for 8-month-old girl canceled, child found safe

Authorities say the amber alert has been cancelled after the child was found safe.

Local
2 years ago
DEVELOPING: Police presence on Pine Avenue near Palms Motel in Ocala

We received reports around 8:45 a.m. Wednesday that there was a large law enforcement presence near the Palms Motel on Pine Avenue. We’re working to find out why police are on the scene.

zzz App Top Stories
2 years ago
A hero’s homegoing: K-9 Leo receives police escort after dying in line of duty

The sheriff’s office says the nearly 5-year-old Belgian Malinois maintained his fighting spirit but died from his injuries Tuesday morning.

Project Pawsitivity
2 years ago
Dog from recent animal cruelty case is well enough to be adopted this week

This month, enjoy FEE FREE adoptions from Marion County Animal Services!

Community
2 years ago
Gainesville Regional Airport breaks ground on new parking garage

It should be a lot easier to find a parking space at Gainesville Regional Airport in the future. A new parking garage will have 418 spots.

Community
2 years ago
UPDATE: Marion County residents geared up to fight Jumbolair expansion. Developer withdraws application, plans to revise proposal | PHOTOS & VIDEO

Before the planning and zoning meeting began, the county commission chair announced the owner of Jumbolair Aviation Estates had withdrawn the rezoning application.