Businessman in handcuffs faces judge in court
Education
6 months ago
Judge jails two Marion County parents over extreme school absences

One student missed 120 days; officials say Truancy Court is making a difference in attendance.

A large group of people gathers on a grassy field for a Memorial Day tribute. Two fire trucks extend ladders to display a giant American flag high in the sky. Attendees sit on lawn chairs facing a black silhouette statue of a kneeling soldier beside a cross and American flag, honoring fallen heroes. Trees, a small brick building, and a partly cloudy sky complete the backdrop.
Entertainment
6 months ago
Your ultimate Memorial Day weekend planner: Events, fun, and tributes

Discover Memorial Day weekend events near year that will be fun for the whole family.

Florida black bear partially hidden among tall brush and foliage in a natural setting.
Community
6 months ago
FWC moves forward with black bear hunt proposal to support balanced wildlife management

Commissioners say a regulated hunt could help sustain bear population health, reduce conflicts in fast-growing areas.

A man in a business suit stands at a podium with a microphone in front of a panel of sitting behind a platform, with a room full of people behind the man is an auditorium full of people.
Community
6 months ago
Ocala ends decade-long prayer vigil lawsuit with unanimous vote

City Council settles controversial First Amendment case tied to 2014 OPD-led prayer event as former mayor urges continued legal fight.

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Jobs
6 months ago
Summer job fair brings hiring heat to Citrus County

Dozens of local employers will offer on-the-spot interviews June 10.

Collage of nine Marion County Public Library System branches, including Belleview, Dunnellon, Freedom, Sankofa, and others, showcasing a mix of historic and modern library buildings under sunny skies.
Community
6 months ago
Silver Springs Shores to welcome new public library this fall

County leaders finalize name for long-awaited branch, promising expanded access to books, programs, and community resources.

A man in a Hawaiian shirt stands at a dais with a microphone before a platform of people, with a room full of people behind him in an auditorium.
Local
6 months ago
Ocala residents divided over ICE agreement at heated city council meeting

Supporters call it a safety tool; critics fear it erodes trust and brings national politics into local policing.

Close-up of a golf club about to strike a golf ball on a tee with green grass in the background.
Sports
6 months ago
Pace matters: How Ocala golfers can keep the game fun for everyone

With local courses filling up, the Ocala Golf Club shares easy tips from the USGA to help players of all levels speed up play without sacrificing enjoyment.

Aerial photo of the City of Belleview splash pad with blue circular design, yellow water feature, and surrounding pavement and grass.
Entertainment
6 months ago
Splash into summer: Belleview’s upgraded splash pad is open for family fun

From water play to sun safety, the Wilma Loar Splash Pad is your go-to spot for cooling off with the kids.

Ocala water tower seen behind trees and lake at Tuscawilla Park on a clear day.
Local
6 months ago
Florida to ban fluoride in tap water: What it means for Ocala families

New law signed by Gov. DeSantis takes effect July 1, ending decades of fluoride use in public water systems.

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