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Business
1 year ago
SECO plans new $70M operations center near CR 475A to boost storm response

Despite zoning concerns near Florida Horse Park, the electric co-op says the facility will speed up emergency service and honor the area’s rural character.

Local
1 year ago
Tree falls and kills lawn service worker in Ocala during thunderstorm

Police say 37-year-old Hunter Parks was killed after a section of a falling tree fell on top of him.

State
1 year ago
Hurricane season starts June 1, but Florida’s usual tax break for supplies is on hold

Gov. Ron DeSantis says a tax holiday will happen, just not before the season starts.

A smiling couple meets with a bank advisor, reviewing information on a tablet during a financial consultation.
Business
1 year ago
Seacoast Bank to acquire Citizens First Bank, The Villages’ hometown bank

Villagers can expect familiar service, with expanded products on the horizon.

Community
1 year ago
John R. Hunt honored with dedicated pickleball courts at Coehadjoe Park

Family, county leaders, and local players gather to unveil a new sign celebrating the man behind Marion County’s growing pickleball community.

A happy brindle dog with a big smile, sitting indoors on a wood floor. The dog is wearing a blue "Adopt Me" harness and looking up with ears perked and tongue slightly out.
Project Pawsitivity
1 year ago
The best backseat driver: Meet Cabby from Marion County Animal Services

Meet the 6-year-old pup from MCAS who is ready to be the co-pilot to your summer adventures.

Dark storm clouds gather over rooftops and a wooden fence in a residential neighborhood.
Weather Updates
1 year ago
WEEKEND WEATHER: Storms won’t stop the sunshine

Kick off summer with clearing skies, warm temps, and a reminder that hurricane season starts Sunday.

Education
1 year ago
CF and Embry-Riddle partner to bring drone tech to the farm

New agreement gives CF students hands-on access to uncrewed aircraft systems and expert training in modern agriculture.

Chief Mike Balken speaking into a microphone at a community forum, with audience members in the foreground.
Community
1 year ago
Ocala police chief addresses homelessness crisis with compassion and accountability

Chief Mike Balken shares how OPD works with local partners to connect homeless individuals with mental health, addiction, and housing services, while still enforcing the law to protect public safety

A lively downtown street festival at sunset with crowds of people walking, browsing vendor booths, and enjoying the event. The sun is shining through clouds, casting a warm golden glow over the scene. Palm trees, historic buildings, and white tents line the streets.
Entertainment
1 year ago
Kick off summer in the 352 with these weekend events

From watermelon picking to mermaid hunts, here are fun ways to entertain the whole family this weekend in North Central Florida.