Local
1 year ago
Raising funds and hope for Marion County Fire Rescue employee battling cancer

A country music concert at Orange Blossom Opry over the weekend raised money for Angela Knight, a 25-year veteran of Marion County Fire Rescue. She was recently diagnosed of Stage 4 bone cancer.

Local
1 year ago
NEW INFORMATION: Crash on County Road 472 killed Oxford woman, two others injured

Troopers say a 55-year-old woman died in near head-on collision on County Road 472 Monday night.

Garry Breeden stands alongside the Public Works Building which now bears his name.
Local
1 year ago
Sumter County building renamed to honor man’s 50 years of public service

Garry Breeden served Sumter County for 50 years from 1972 and 2022. The county’s Public Works Building has been named to celebrate his dedication.

Education
1 year ago
New “Thank a Teacher” program spotlights special educators and awards them $250

HCA Florida Ocala Hospital and HCA Florida West Marion Hospital have partnered with the Public Education Foundation of Marion County to recognize teachers.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Eustis woman indicted on murder charge in Lake County deadly deputy ambush case

The State Attorney’s Office now has 45 days to decide whether to seek the death penalty against 48-year-old Julie Ann Sulpizio.

Photo of Latrell Simmons in his law enforcement uniform.
Elections
1 year ago
Alachua County Sheriff Candidate – Latrell Simmons: “I will bring proven leadership to the position on day one”

Latrell Simmons, a 26-year law enforcement veteran, hopes to win the democratic nomination for Alachua County Sheriff on Tuesday and take on incumbent Sheriff Emery Gainey in November.

Community
1 year ago
Lincoln Yard Park in Gainesville combines healthy activity and history | PHOTOS

In addition to a walking trail and fitness equipment, biographical signs pay homage to notable Lincoln Estates residents.

Gainesville city worker installs a sign on a poll denoting the Arts Culture Entertainment district where people can have open containers of alcohol.
Local
1 year ago
New signage indicates where you can legally drink alcohol on Gainesville city streets

“Sip and stroll areas” are where open containers of alcohol are permitted between 8 a.m. and midnight daily.

Local
1 year ago
Dunnellon man loses control of car on Highway 40, dies in wreck

The Florida Highway Patrol says the accident happened on Sunday afternoon in Levy County.

Education
1 year ago
Two college fairs will help you explore your educational and employment future

Representatives from colleges, universities, trade schools and military branches will be available at events in Ocala and Gainesville.