2-year-old Wyatt has autism, and his mom is in desperate need of a service dog for him.
Features
9 months ago
Mother’s heartfelt struggle: Ocala mom fights to secure service dog for son with autism

Determined to protect her two-year-old son, Jacquelin Koon seeks community support to raise funds for a life-changing service dog to help Wyatt with autism.

Flooding on SW 27th Ave. in Ocala, highlighting the city's vulnerability to severe weather events and the need for a comprehensive flood risk assessment and mitigation planning.
Local
9 months ago
Severe weather events and flood risks addressed in Ocala

Ocala seeks public feedback on flooding vulnerability to guide future adaptation and mitigation plans.

Elections
9 months ago
Special election for Florida’s 6th Congressional District set for Jan. 28, 2025

These primaries will determine candidates for the general election on April 1, with early voting beginning Jan. 18.

Community
9 months ago
Pinnacle Cares: Supporting dementia education and caregivers in Marion County

Join Pinnacle Cares for a weekend of fundraising events to benefit the Nancy Renyhart Dementia Education Program.

Entertainment
9 months ago
WEEKEND TOP PICKS: Make the most of your long weekend

We have your weekend plans covered with markets, comedy shows, commemorative celebrations, and more.

Ocala Metro CEP President and CEO Kevin Sheilley accepts a plaque and key to the city from former Ocala Mayor Kent Guinn and current Mayor Ben Marciano.
Business
9 months ago
Kevin Sheilley honored for transformative leadership in Ocala

The visionary leader bids farewell after 12 years of driving economic growth in Ocala and Marion County.

Aerial View of 20-year-old Nathaniel Vargas being chased by aviation units.
Crime & Safety
9 months ago
Aviation Unit captures chase, arrest of man on Grand Theft charges

MCSO says 20-year-old Nathaniel Vargas stole a black 9mm handgun from GPS Guns and Ammo.

Justin Hall of the Florida Forest Service carefully monitors and administers a prescribed burn to promote ecosystem health and reduce wildfire risk.
Local
9 months ago
Florida Forest Service conducts prescribed burns in Marion County

Waccasassa Forestry Center targets 401 acres in Ross Prairie State Forest to restore ecosystems and reduce wildfire risk.

Local
9 months ago
Car rams into back of Marion County School Bus, no injuries reported

Florida Highway Patrol also confirms no children were aboard the school bus at the time the accident occurred.

Juan Carlos Abreu-Reyes
Crime & Safety
9 months ago
Suspect arrested after fuel theft at Ocala RaceTrac

OPD says that the suspect was arrested after fleeing on foot following a theft of more than $1,000 in diesel fuel.