Community
2 years ago
Marion County reading program looking for volunteers to help with kids

“Your investment of time will make ALL the difference in the life of a child,” says ReadingPals Program Director Jan Hathaway.

Community
2 years ago
Three Years Later: Remembering Ocala Police Chief Greg Graham

OPD Chief Greg Graham died in 2020. A Legacy Foundation was established in his honor and provides funding for scholarships and community programs.

Local
2 years ago
House across the street from fire station catches on fire | PHOTOS

MCFR says the fire happened at a home across the street from the Belleview fire station. No injuries were reported.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
UPDATE: Man in deputy-involved shooting dies from injuries

The Marion County Sheriff’s Office says 26-year-old Rasheem Edwards died from his injuries at the hospital.

Equine
2 years ago
Free admission to International Horse Show at the World Equestrian Center this week

The shows continue through Saturday, Oct. 28. Link to schedule in our story.

Local
2 years ago
BREAKING: Early morning accident involving Osceola Middle School bus, no injuries

An MCPS spokesperson says 11 students were on board the bus. All are fine including driver.

Education
2 years ago
Ocali Charter High School cuts ribbon on its new facility

Officials say the school plans to grow to 220 students over the next three years.

Community
2 years ago
Memories pour in as word spreads of Ocala Poker & Jai Alai’s impending closure

While the one venue is shutting down, Ocala Gainesville Poker is looking forward to the future of its new venue, Ocala Bets. The company is hiring dealers and other positions.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Inverness man arrested for domestic battery with deadly weapon

Deputies say Rudolph Holton fired three shots, striking the victim once. The victim was treated for non-life-threatening injuries.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
21-year-old man sentenced to mandatory life in prison for murdering man, injuring another in Citrus County

21-year-old David Murrell was sentenced to mandatory life in prison for the death of Stanley Haybron.