Close-up of a caregiver holding the hand of an elderly person, representing compassion and elder support.
Local
5 months ago
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day event coming to Ocala June 19

Marion Senior Services to host community event with keynote speaker State Attorney Bill Gladson, law enforcement officials, and elder advocacy groups.

Elderly man wearing a light blue shirt and Navy veteran hat, seated indoors with hands folded.
Local
5 months ago
UPDATE: Missing Ocala man found safe in Panama City after Silver Alert

Howard Fenner, 83, who has dementia, was located unharmed after being last seen driving toward Pensacola in a gold Toyota Camry.

Dustten Martineau in blue scrubs holding his DAISY Award certificate and statue in front of a framed beach painting.
Health & Wellness
5 months ago
From Ocala roots to Daisy honors: Dustten Martineau recognized for extraordinary nursing care

Vanguard grad and UNF-trained nurse Dustten Martineau earns prestigious DAISY Award for compassion and clinical excellence at Baptist Medical Center Beaches.

Robert Vass smiling while holding his Lion of the Year plaque and Helen Keller Award in an indoor setting.
Community
5 months ago
Belleview’s Robert Vass named 2025 Lion of the Year, Helen Keller Award winner

Honored by Orange Blossom Gardens Lions Club for vision advocacy and service, Vass is recognized for leading impactful community projects.

A group of demonstrators hold protest signs during the No Kings rally on Ocala's Downtown Square, including a woman in front wearing a purple "No Kings Since 1776" shirt.
Photos
5 months ago
No Kings rally draws crowd to Ocala Downtown Square Saturday morning | PHOTOS

Demonstrators and counter-protesters gather as Ocala Police and city officials monitor peaceful event.

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
5 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.

Family with young children fishing from the grassy shore of a freshwater lake under tree shade.
State
5 months ago
Fish for free this Father’s Day weekend across Florida’s freshwater spots

June 14–15 is a license-free freshwater fishing weekend, perfect for bonding with Dad while exploring Florida’s top fishing destinations.

In the forefront a gymnasium floor, a group of men standing and kneeling in front of a wall with a scoreboard and basketball backboard.
Community
5 months ago
Cops and kids team up for slam dunk success at Hoops and Badges

Ocala’s annual basketball event brings officers, youth, and families together for a high-energy day of teamwork, laughter, and community spirit.

Red brick exterior of Beacon College building in Leesburg, Florida, with arched entryway and palm trees nearby.
Education
5 months ago
Beacon College awarded $210K Fogg Trust grant to expand campus and fund scholarships

Leesburg’s Beacon College will renovate a new mixed-use facility and provide scholarships for students with learning differences, thanks to the Edward C. and Lisbeth A. Fogg Charitable Trust.

Utility trucks and crews repair downed power lines on SW 60th Avenue in Ocala after a crash.
Local
5 months ago
UPDATE: FHP has cleared the wreck blocking northbound lanes on SW 60th Avenue near Kinderoo Academy in Ocala

Residual traffic tie-ups may still be present in the area of SW 52nd Street.

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