“So much of the time we’re invisible,” said Donna Evans, President of The Villages Visually Impaired Persons Group. She helped organize a White Cane Walk for Friday, Oct. 13, at the Lake Sumter Landing in The Villages.

Crystal River officials advise citizens to stay home while crews assess damage from what may have been tornadoes early this morning.

The College of Central Florida has partnered with Marion County Public Schools to expand the dual enrollment program to include Associate in Science degree pathways for workforce-ready students.

Last week, three Alachua County Public School crosswalks received Rapid Rectangular Flashing Beacons (RRFBs) to improve safety for students crossing the street.

The winning ticket was sold at Midway Market & Liquor in Frazier Park, California.

Ocala police allege George Hicks had over 35,000 images and over 120 videos of child sexual abuse material (CSAM).

Ocala Police say they are looking for 31-year-old Anthony Reagan in connection with the weekend shooting.
A targeted home invasion on Marquette Street left one person hospitalized and another dead, says Sheriff Al Nienhuis. Deputies are looking for relevant information about the incident or suspect(s).
ACSO says scam callers are posing as real deputies to demand money for supposedly missing jury duty. No law enforcement agency will ever demand money over the phone.

Stop Children’s Cancer has set a goal to raise $10,000 during Bonnie’s Birthday Bash this month. Donations are down this year and the nonprofit is asking for your help.