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Community
4 months ago
Farmer and rancher Jack Williams to be inducted into Marion County Agricultural Hall of Fame

Marion County farmer and rancher Robert Jackson “Jack” Williams will be inducted into the Marion County Agriculture Hall of Fame on Nov. 20, 2025.

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Local
4 months ago
UPDATE: All northbound lanes are now open. The northbound I-75 on ramp at Exit 352 is still closed.​

All lanes of northbound I-75 are closed after S.R. 40 (Exit 352) in Marion County following a crash. Drivers are being detoured off at Exit 352 to S.R. 40 eastbound, then north on U.S. 301, west on U.S. 27, and back to I-75 northbound. The detour will remain in place until further notice.

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Sports
4 months ago
World Equestrian Center Sets 2026 Winter Spectacular Dates for Ocala

The World Equestrian Center has announced the return of its 12-week 2026 Winter Spectacular Show Series, running from Dec. 31, 2025, through March 22, 2026. The nationally sanctioned hunter/jumper circuit will bring elite competition to Ocala, featuring 10 weeks of FEI classes, the FEI Jumping World Cup™ Ocala, and the Longines League of Nations™.

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Community
5 months ago
Community agencies working together to help the homeless

Community agencies are coming together to address the problem of homelessness in the community.,

Semi in accident that shuts down I75 in Ocala
Local
5 months ago
UPDATED: Overturned semi-truck closes I-75 northbound in Ocala after multi-vehicle crash

A tire blowout led to a serious crash on I-75 in Ocala Wednesday afternoon, leaving two people hospitalized and blocking all northbound lanes near Mile Marker 352.

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Education
5 months ago
Alachua County Public Schools launches new tools to keep families, schools connected

Alachua County Public Schools is introducing new and improved communication tools designed to make it easier for families, staff, and the community to stay informed and connected.

Local
5 months ago
TRAFFIC ALERT: multi-vehicle crash at I-75/SR 40 and I-75/SR 200

A multi-vehicle crash has shut down all northbound lanes of I-75 near S.R. 40 in Marion County, forcing drivers onto a detour via U.S. 301 and U.S. 27 and causing major traffic delays.

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Crime & Safety
5 months ago
Levy County sheriff’s office deputy hospitalized after fentanyl exposure

A traffic stop in Levy County leads to multiple arrests.

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Crime & Safety
5 months ago
Warrants, drugs and $165K burglary part of recent Marion County arrests

Marion County deputies made multiple recent arrests tied to outstanding warrants, drug possession, burglary, and fleeing law enforcement, including cases involving stolen firearms valued at $165,000.

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Crime & Safety
5 months ago
Marion County detectives investigating local wealth advisor for alleged fraud

The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is investigating financial advisor Michael Hainsworth over allegations of an investment fraud scheme that cost one local resident nearly $200,000, with authorities suspecting additional victims.

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