Local
3 months ago
Marion County Fire Rescue launches in-house firefighter training through new Florida State Fire College partnership

Five-year agreement with FSFC allows MCFR to train recruits on-site, saving nearly $46,000 per class and boosting operational alignment.

Two food trucks set up on the grass at Lake Lillian Park in Belleview, ready to serve guests at the Friday Foodie Fest.
Community
3 months ago
Friday Foodie Fest returns to Belleview with food trucks, vendors, and family fun

Lake Lillian event features 30+ vendors, live entertainment, kids’ activities, and local flavor.

Person holding wallet and cash while fueling a vehicle at a gas station.
Local
3 months ago
Florida gas prices hit one-month low but could rise this week

Ocala drivers paying around $2.79 as crude oil surge and Middle East tensions spark fuel price concerns.

Doctors and staff from AdventHealth Ocala smile as they cut the ribbon in front of a balloon arch at the Medical Office Building grand opening.
Health & Wellness
3 months ago
AdventHealth Ocala opens new medical office building with expanded specialty care

Ribbon cutting celebrates 57,000-square-foot facility offering women’s health, heart and vascular care, brain and spine services, orthopedics and more.

Hiring manager holding a résumé during an in-person job interview across a desk.
Jobs
3 months ago
Team Cone hosting Ocala career fair June 14 for full-time positions

Local distributor hiring Order Selectors, Merchandisers, and CDL Drivers with competitive pay, full benefits, and same-day interviews.

Entrance sign for the College of Central Florida surrounded by greenery and flowers on the Ocala campus.
Education
3 months ago
College of Central Florida unveils record workforce expansion for 2024–25

New programs in nursing, agriculture, hospitality, GIS, and CDL training address Florida’s job market needs.

Close-up of a hand holding green hop pellets in front of processing equipment labeled Colorado Mill Equipment.
Education
3 months ago
Florida-grown hops bring sweet success to craft beer industry

UF/IFAS scientists revolutionize hop production in Florida, offering brewers unique aromas and now easier-to-use hop pellets.

Two roofers in hard hats install blue underlayment on a house roof, using staple guns and wooden beams.
Ask The Expert
3 months ago
Ocala insurance expert warns homeowners about roofing scams and rising premiums

Angie Lewis of State Farm on Fort King Street shares how to spot fraud and protect your home and auto insurance rates.

Robb Harrison speaks into a microphone at his realty firm's ribbon-cutting event, standing in front of a crowd behind a CEP-branded ribbon outside the new Ocala office.
Business
3 months ago
Robb Harrison Realty opens new office in Ocala with ribbon-cutting ceremony

The Ocala Metro Chamber & Economic Partnership celebrates the grand opening of the real estate firm’s new location at 1130 SE 17th Street.

Angela Suggs, seated and smiling in a black suit against a light background.
Crime & Safety
3 months ago
Former CEP speaker Angela Suggs arrested for fraud, theft tied to Florida Sports Foundation

Suggs, now FAMU’s athletic director, is accused of misusing over $24K in public funds for personal expenses—including casino trips—while leading the Florida Sports Foundation.

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