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Crime & Safety
1 year ago
SEE WHO BLEW IT: Marion County DUI arrests include passed-out drivers, open Booze, and bizarre jail behavior

From a Waffle House nap to a strip club stop, these DUI suspects made all the wrong moves—according to MCSO.

State
1 year ago
Florida Task Force 8 returns home after heroic flood rescue mission in Texas

After two weeks of life-saving operations in flooded Texas counties, Marion County’s elite rescue team is on its way back to Central Florida.

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Jobs
1 year ago
Summer surge in jobless rates across Marion, Citrus, and Levy counties

CareerSource CLM cites seasonal trends and student influx as June unemployment rises to 5.1%; job fair set for July 24 in Ocala.

Close-up of a rolled U.S. $50 bill showing partial text and President Grant’s face.
Local
1 year ago
Ocala man strikes it rich with $1 million scratch-off win at local 7-Eleven

David Davison claims prize from Florida Lottery’s 500X THE CASH game, purchased at local 7-Eleven.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Gainesville police seek help identifying suspects in Easter Sunday shooting

Chief Nelson Moya urges community to come forward with tips in the tragic death of 20-year-old Ontario Bayston at TB McPherson Center.

Business
1 year ago
Plantation Resort sold: Major upgrades coming to Crystal River landmark

New owners to partner with national hotel brand, bring jobs and revitalization.

Chief Mike Balken speaking into a microphone at a community forum, with audience members in the foreground.
Community
1 year ago
Meet Ocala Police Chief Mike Balken at upcoming community safety forums

Residents invited to learn about crime trends, safety efforts, and OPD’s mission during August Q&A sessions at police headquarters.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
CRIME ROUNDUP: Meth arrests, fake names, and a fruit stand standoff in Marion

From drug arrests to a bizarre fruit stand standoff, here’s what Marion County deputies encountered last week.

Local
1 year ago
Dryer fire contained quickly at Ocala Express Laundry Center by off-duty firefighter

Quick action and fast MCFR response prevent injuries and major damage at local laundry center.

Close-up of a red lawn mower cutting green grass in a residential yard.
Local
1 year ago
Think twice before blowing grass into the street — it could harm more than your curb appeal

Seemingly harmless yard chores like mowing, fertilizing, or car washing can lead to illicit discharges, harming Marion County’s stormwater system and local waterways, officials warn.