
OFR rescued two residents during a late-night house fire; investigation into the fire’s cause is underway.

Gainesville’s “Streatery” to transform into a pedestrian-only festival street, improving downtown with ADA-compliant upgrades, food truck accommodations, and community event space.

Enjoy all of North Central Florida’s tricks and treats this weekend, including Halloween celebrations and art showcases.
Citrus County Fire Rescue responded to a structure fire on W. Oaklawn St., where a double-wide mobile home was half-engulfed in flames.

Sumter County urges residents to place all storm damage debris on the edge of their property.
Ocala Police warn citizens of a phone scam involving a caller impersonating an officer and demanding money; residents urged to remain cautious.

New “Brick City Express” EMS facility in Ocala, funded by the Penny Sales Tax, betters operations and accommodations for Marion County Fire Rescue crews.
Pre-registration and phased rollouts start Oct. 28, 2024, for eligible households in disaster-declared counties including Citrus, Dixie, Gilchrist, Hernando, Lake, and Levy.

Curfew and road closures implemented as rising Withlacoochee River floods roads and boat ramps in Citrus County; residents urged to stay out of impacted areas.

Marion County continues storm debris collection with drop-off sites available until October 27.