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Community
1 year ago
The Ocala Civic Theatre adapts to post-COVID audience trends with community-driven programming

As theatergoing habits shift, The Civic is adjusting showtimes, expanding its lineup, and engaging with the community to keep live performances thriving.

Education
1 year ago
Belleview High School teacher honored with “Thank a Teacher” award

Belleview High School educator Emily Gray receives prestigious recognition for her dedication to inspiring students and shaping the future of education.

Local
1 year ago
Marion County Fire Rescue extinguishes mobile home fire in Umatilla | PHOTOS

MCFR says the cause and origin of the mobile home fire remain under investigation

Wildfire burning through dense, dry vegetation with heavy smoke filling the air and orange glow from flames.
Local
1 year ago
Florida Forest Service suspends outdoor burn authorizations in five counties due to high fire risk

Strong winds and high dispersion rates prompt burn ban in Alachua, Gilchrist, Levy, Marion, and Putnam counties on March 4, 2025

Blurred red and blue police lights glowing in the dark during a nighttime emergency response.
Local
1 year ago
Motorcyclist dies after crashing on US 301 in Marion County

A 50-year-old man from Maine lost control of his motorcycle and crashed into a concrete curb before overturning on US 301 near CR 42.

Dylan Schneider performs at the 40th K-Country Acoustic Concert at the Circle Square Cultural Center in Ocala, FL, on March 3, 2025.
Entertainment
1 year ago
ICYMI: 93.7 K-Country’s 40th Acoustic Concert delivers sold-out night of live country music in Ocala | PHOTOS

Country stars Tucker Wetmore, Kelsey Hart, Josh Ross, and Dylan Schneider performed at Circle Square Cultural Center for K-Country’s spring acoustic concert series.

Local
1 year ago
Two years later, Sara Ebersole’s disappearance remains unsolved as investigators seek new leads

Authorities continue searching for answers in the case of missing Marion County teen last seen leaving with a person of interest in March 2023.

Community
1 year ago
Jerry Holland Sr., former Marion County Chief Deputy, dies at 80

Holland served and protected as part of the Marion County Sheriff’s Office for over 40 years.

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Health & Wellness
1 year ago
Belleview Health Screening Day adds new services with Taylor College and NY Life Insurance

Free community event on March 19 offers blood glucose and vision screenings, child ID cards, and a LifeSouth blood drive at the Belleview Community Center.

Community
1 year ago
Stroke survivor reunites with Marion County Fire Rescue team that helped save her life

Opel Arroyave, 52, thanks first responders and medical professionals at AdventHealth Ocala after receiving lifesaving care