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Project Pawsitivity
2 years ago
Show your appreciation for Animal Control Officers by adopting a pet this week

This week, you can recognize local animal control officers by adopting a rescued pet from Marion County Animal Services.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
GPD: Man fatally shot by toddler who accidentally fired gun, family members covered it up

The incident led authorities to charge the mother and brother of Bernard Carter III with tampering with a witness and child abuse.

Education
2 years ago
Alachua County says charter conversion vote failed for all three Newberry schools but questions remain about one

Though the district says all three votes failed, there is some question regarding the vote for Newberry Elementary School.

Weather Updates
2 years ago
Near 90-degree temps the next few days may break records

The National Weather Service says a chance for rain returns this weekend.

Jobs
2 years ago
Fastest-growing jobs in Florida

Stacker analyzed data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics to determine which jobs in Florida grew the fastest between 2022 and 2023.

Community
2 years ago
Hunters seeking volunteers to pick up trash in Ocala National Forest during Earth Day weekend

The Central Florida Dog Hunters are organizing the clean up on Saturday starting at 7 a.m.

Local
2 years ago
Former Marion County firefighter files lawsuit claiming county denied him cancer benefits

Phillip Shinn served as a paid and volunteer Marion County Fire Rescue firefighter for over 30 years.

Features
2 years ago
Citrus County Girl Scout honored for heroic response that helped save another’s life

17-year-old Girl Scout Elizabeth Fiore sprang into action to help a drowning boy while on a paddling trip on the Colorado River.

Local
2 years ago
Sanitation worker hit, killed while loading garbage in Marion County

Troopers say the accident killed a 25-year-old man.

Health & Wellness
2 years ago
With ‘functional’ beverages, brands rush to quench a thirst for drinks that do more than taste good

Consumer intelligence company NielsenIQ counted 53,000 UPC symbols in the U.S. functional beverage category last year, including all of the different flavors of energy drinks, sports drinks, sodas, waters, shakes and teas that are sold on the premise of enhancing mental or physical health.