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Crime & Safety
3 months ago
Respected Marion County Sheriff’s Office Master Sergeant Passes Away

Respected Marion County Sheriff’s Office Master Sgt. Richard Kelly passed away Sept. 22, 2025.

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Crime & Safety
3 months ago
Overnight Barn Fire Destroys Equipment In Inverness

Citrus County Fire and Rescue responded to a barn fire in Inverness during the early morning hours on Sept. 23.

Marion County firefighters manage hoses and equipment beside a fire truck outside a laundromat.
Crime & Safety
3 months ago
Marion County Fire and Rescue to Expand Services for the Forthcoming Fiscal Year as a Result of Approved Budget

As a result of the Marion County Board of County Commissioners adopting a resolution to approve the countywide budget for the forthcoming fiscal year, Marion County Fire and Rescue will be enhancing their services.

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Crime & Safety
3 months ago
20-Year-Old Arrested for Exploiting Children Online in Marion County

A Marion County man was arrested after deputies said he used social media to target and exploit children online, leading to multiple felony charges.

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Crime & Safety
3 months ago
Marion County Fire and Rescue Quickly Extinguish RV Fire in the Forest

Marion County Fire and Rescue quickly puts out RV fire in Scrambletown.

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Crime & Safety
3 months ago
Ocala Fire and Rescue’s Rapid Response Extinguishes Fire in an Apartment Unit

Ocala Fire and Rescue responded to a fire at the Grove Apartments in Ocala, acted rapidly and were able to extinguish the flames.

Crime & Safety
3 months ago
Warrant Arrest Leads to Firearms Charges

Levy County Deputies went to serve an active warrant on a sex offender in Morriston, where he would be charged on additional felony counts for firearm possession.

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Crime & Safety
3 months ago
Detectives Make an Arrest in a Scam Targeting the Elderly

A man was arrested by the Marion County Sheriff’s Office for conducting a scam targeting the elderly.

Ocala Police Department looking for help in identifying suspect
Crime & Safety
3 months ago
Ocala Police Seek Public’s Help Identifying Thrift Store Burglary Suspect

The Ocala Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a burglary at the Interfaith Thrift Shop on Aug. 24. Authorities say multiple items were stolen during the break-in.

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Crime & Safety
3 months ago
Juvenile Arrested Following School Bathroom Arson Incident

A 13-year-old student at Fort King Middle School was arrested Sept. 17, for setting a fire in a school bathroom, prompting the school to be evacuated.

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