Community
2 years ago
UPDATE: Mojo’s raises $4,000 for employee who lost home, pets in fire

56-year-old Millie works in the prep kitchen at Mojo’s Grill & Catering. She recently lost her home and pets in a fire. The wait staff came up with the idea to do a fundraiser for their co-worker.

Community
2 years ago
Alachua County looking for low-income seniors to mentor students as ‘foster grandparents’

Volunteers will receive an hourly stipend, meal and travel reimbursements, insurance and more. They will also have the opportunity to make a difference in the life of a child with special needs or in limiting circumstances.

Community
2 years ago
Where to best view UF’s homecoming parade today | MAP

If you don’t want to get caught in the parade traffic, check out the map of roads to avoid. And, how to watch the parade on tv.

Community
2 years ago
Citrus County Sheriff’s Office to host National Night Out event in Inverness tonight

National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign which aims to promote police-community relationships. Tonight, Oct. 3, CCSO will host an event in the Inverness Depot District from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Community
2 years ago
Ocala road closure in effect overnight through Oct. 15. Detour routes for 17th Street and Lake Weir Avenue

The closure began last night, Oct. 1, and will continue every night from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. through Sunday, Oct. 15. The city of Ocala has provided a list and map of detour routes.

Community
2 years ago
Apple says it will fix software problems blamed for making iPhone 15 models too hot to handle

Apple says it is working on an update to the iOS17 system that powers the iPhone 15 to prevent the devices from becoming uncomfortably hot and is working with apps that are running in ways “causing them to overload the system.”

The 11,000-square-foot facility is the first of its kind on the east end of town, complete with 11 patient rooms and a trauma room.
Community
2 years ago
New HCA Florida emergency room on Silver Springs Boulevard opens today

OCALA, FL (352today.com) – On Friday, Sept. 29, HCA Florida held a ribbon-cutting ceremony […]

Community
2 years ago
Advanced crosswalk system installed at East University Avenue in Gainesville. Goal to improve pedestrian safety

FDOT says pedestrian hybrid beacons are effective in locations where a full traffic signal is not warranted, but traditional crosswalk signage isn’t deemed to be the most effective.

Community
2 years ago
Are you the face that symbolizes Ocala/Marion County? Show up for an open casting call

OMCVCB is hosting an open casting call on Wednesday, Oct. 4 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at its offices on 109 W. Silver Springs Blvd., in Ocala.

Community
2 years ago
Wildwood Commission adopts 2024 budget. Lowers millage rate, increases city staff

The commission says the new millage rate reflects a decrease of 5.7% and is the lowest in the city’s history. City attributes growth, especially in The Villages, for its ability to lower the millage while still generating more revenue.