Florida’s twice-yearly swarms of lovebugs have long fueled a myth that they were created in a University of Florida lab, but experts confirm the insects migrated naturally from Central America decades before genetic engineering was possible.
Marion County deputies made multiple arrests in separate cases involving drugs, weapons, indecent exposure, burglary, and impaired driving, according to sheriff’s reports.
Ocala braces for a weekend of heat, humidity, and afternoon thunderstorms from Friday through Sunday. Temperatures will remain in the upper 80s, with daily rain and storm chances—so stay weather‑aware.
This weekend in Ocala offers interactive fun for all ages with Barbie-themed glam, thrilling games, rock tributes, a roller derby showdown, and 90s nostalgia events.
The Marion County Veterans Memorial Park has renamed its cross program to “Remember & Honor” to pay tribute to fallen service members. Families can purchase personalized crosses displayed around Memorial Day and Veterans Day each year.
The College of Central Florida’s President Dr. James Henningsen was the featured speaker at the Ocala Metro CEP’s ExCEPtional breakfast, sharing the innovative program’s that has made the higher learning institution one of the best in the nation.
The Ocala Police Department announced that two men have been charged in separate 2024 homicide cases, officially clearing all homicide investigations for the year.
Marion County deputies responded to a string of incidents this week, making arrests for outstanding warrants, drug possession and theft while also investigating two separate burglary cases, including the reported $43,000 theft of a utility vehicle.
The City of Belleview will host its annual Freedom Walk on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at 6 p.m. at the Belleview Community Center. The event honors the lives lost on September 11, 2001, while recognizing the courage of first responders, military members, and all who serve to protect our freedoms. Community members are invited to join in reflection, remembrance, and unity as the evening concludes with a walk through Lake Lillian Park.
The unofficial results for the Lake County Municipal Election for the City of Groveland District 4 have been posted.