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Wildfire burning low to the ground in a pine forest at night, with smoke rising through the trees near Salt Springs in Ocala National Forest.
Weather Updates
3 months ago
WILDFIRE UPDATE: Alachua County Mandatory Burn Ban Lifted

Recent rainfall totals and the forecast for more in the region led to county officials rescinding the ban.

Local
3 months ago
Marion County Breeder’s Livestock Killed by Lightning Strike Over Memorial Day Weekend

A breeder in Citra said four of its donor cows and a calf died when lightning struck the tree they were under.

manual rolling fertilizer
Community
3 months ago
Lake County ‘Fertilizer Blackout Period’ to Begin June 1

No one in Lake County may use fertilizer containing nitrogen or phosphorous from June 1 through the end of September.

An extinguished car fire.
Crime & Safety
3 months ago
TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Car Fire Delays Dunnellon Traffic Near SW Rainbow Lakes Boulevard

A vehicle fire near SW Azalea Court and SW Rainbow Lakes Boulevard is causing traffic delays in the Rainbow Lakes area the morning of May 25.

A Florida Highway Patrol cruiser blocks a roadway during a traffic incident.
Crime & Safety
3 months ago
Authorities Seek Information in Fatal Alachua County Multi-Vehicle Hit-and-Run

Law enforcement is still investigating the early morning incident and asking anyone with information to come forward.

Alachua County fire rescue chief harold theus
Features
3 months ago
Who’s Who in the 352: Outgoing Alachua County Fire Rescue Chief Harold Theus

Chief Theus has spent 32 years in service to the people of Alachua County, and will retire on June 12, 2026.

A mugshot of a man in an orange and white striped jumpsuit.
Crime & Safety
3 months ago
Ocklawaha Man Arrested on Child Exploitation, Custody Interference Charges

A 43-year-old Ocklawaha man is facing multiple felony charges after Marion County investigators said they uncovered explicit online communications and child sexual abuse material.

florida highway patrol logo on white background
Crime & Safety
3 months ago
Pedestrian Hit, Killed by Vehicle in Early Morning in Alachua County

A man was crossing against traffic in a poorly lit area when he was struck by a car.

Ocala Fire Rescue officials respond to the scene of a three-vehicle crash involving an overturned ambulance.
Crime & Safety
3 months ago
Three Transported to Hospitals After Ambulance Rollover on I-75 in Ocala

Three people were transported to hospitals after an ambulance overturned in a three-vehicle crash on interstate 75 northbound near mile marker 354 in Ocala Tuesday evening.

Andres Bahamon Andres Bahamon-Prada Lexus
Crime & Safety
3 months ago
Marion County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Info on Homicide in Romeo Area

Authorities are asking anyone with information about the incident to reach out.

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