Adoptable senior dog Molly at Marion County Animal Services in Ocala, Florida – sweet 8-year-old white and red mixed-breed dog looking for a forever home
Project Pawsitivity
1 month ago
Meet Molly: A sweet and spunky dog ready to steal your heart

Meet Molly, an 8-year-old pup with a gentle heart and playful spirit, available for adoption at Marion County Animal Services. After losing her owner earlier this year, Molly is searching for a new home where she can share cuddles, zoomies, and her pumpkin spice personality — sweet, spicy, and everything nice.

Community
1 month ago
HCA Florida Ocala Hospital awarded designations as Center of Excellence in Biomarker Testing and Center of Excellence in Incidental Pulmonary Nodules

HCA Florida Ocala Hospital has been named a Center of Excellence by GO2 for Lung Cancer, highlighting its leadership in early lung cancer detection, biomarker testing, and personalized treatment. This designation reinforces the hospital’s commitment to delivering top-tier, life-saving care to patients in Ocala and surrounding communities.

Image of Hurricane Milton from NOAA's GOES-16 satellite on Oct. 8, 2024, showing a well-defined eye and dense cloud bands approaching the Florida peninsula.
Weather Updates
1 month ago
Belleview Staff Participate in Area Hurricane Preparedness Training at Marion County Emergency Operations Center

Readiness begins long before a storm appears in the forecast. The City of Belleview staff recently completed FEMA-led Hurricane Awareness training to boost emergency preparedness ahead of peak storm season. Officials stress the importance of early preparation and staying informed.

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Local
1 month ago
Belleview police department promotes Miley to the rank of lieutenant

The Belleview Police Department has promoted Michael Miley to the rank of Lieutenant.

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Local
1 month ago
Marion County Board of County Commissioners approves road improvement project

The Marion County Board of County Commissioners approved the East Lake-Woodmar Road Improvement Project. A public hearing was held regarding the project Aug. 6, 2025.

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Community
1 month ago
Stopping on red, saving lives and making Marion County’s roadways safer

Government entities and agencies combined their collective effort to get the word out about stopping on red and preventing accidents.

MCPS Starts August 11th
Education
1 month ago
What parents need to know before school starts-August 11 in Marion County

Marion County students head back to school on Monday, August 11, and parents are gearing up for a smooth start. From orientation schedules and bell times to transportation info and afterschool care, here’s everything families need to know for the first day of school in Ocala.

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Local
1 month ago
Ocala rail system to trail system, a change may be in the offing in the city’s future

The Ocala City Council discussed the rail line, the recent derailments, and is it necessary for the city’s future?

4 Ocala residents receive recognition for their life saving efforts
Community
1 month ago
Four Ocala heroes honored for saving a life with CPR and AED during fitness center emergency

During a city council meeting in Ocala, four bystanders were recognized for their life-saving response to a cardiac arrest at a local fitness center. Their quick use of an AED and CPR exemplifies the importance of emergency readiness.

ChatGPT said: A yellow marquee sign in front of Sunrise Elementary School displays the message: "LAST DAY OF SCHOOL 5/29 ENJOY YOUR SUMMER." The sign is set against a backdrop of trees and a quiet road, indicating a peaceful school environment.
Education
1 month ago
Schools to start adhering to House Bill 1105 banning cell phone use in schools in late August 

Marion County and Alachua County public schools begin adjusting phone policies to adhere to House Bill 1105 banning phones in elementary and middle schools while limiting high school use.

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