Local
11 months ago
Arctic cold front to bring season’s coldest temperatures to Marion County

Salvation Army and Marion County officials prepare cold weather shelters as frigid temperatures approach.

Features
11 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
11 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
11 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
11 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
11 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
11 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.

Crime & Safety
11 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.

Local
11 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
11 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.