
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is searching for Maria Gonzalez, a 46-year-old Ocala woman last seen outside her home nearly a month ago.

The Marion County Public School Board unanimously approved the millage rated and budget for fiscal year 2025-2026 at a special meeting on Sept. 9, 2025.

Authorities are asking for help identifying a man accused of stealing a woman’s phone and using her debit card at the Walmart on South Highway 441 in Ocala.

The Marion County Board of County Commissioners will be holding a public hearing Sept. 10 at 5:30 p.m. at the McPherson Government Campus Auditorium to adopt annual rate resolutions and certify non-ad valorem assessment rolls.

The Ocala Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying a woman suspected of defrauding a local resident, leading to over $11,000 in unauthorized charges.

Gainesville High School assistant principal Dr. Mallory Becker has been named a recipient of the 2025 Yale Educator Award, which honors tea hers and counselors who inspire and support students to achieve excellence.

Oktoberfest returns to Ocala with German-inspired celebrations across town. From family-friendly festivals to stein-holding contests and live music, Marion County offers several ways to enjoy bratwurst, beer, and Bavarian fun this fall.

Harvest Hoedown produces early holiday cheer with local vendors selling unique fall-themed items to get the season started.

Crime Stoppers of Marion County has released an updated list of the area’s most wanted individuals as of August 26, 2025. Authorities are urging residents to report any information that could help locate these suspects, all of whom face active felony charges.

Marion County deputies made multiple arrests on drug and warrant charges and launched a $5,000 burglary investigation during a series of recent incidents across the county.