Elections
1 year ago
Incumbents hold onto seats in Marion County

No changes in who holds the titles of sheriff, county commission district 1, and school board. The district 3 county commissioner will face an opponent in November.

Elections
1 year ago
ELECTION RESULTS: City and county races across the 352

From sheriffs to superintendents, county commissions to city council… we’re updating the county-by-county results in key local races across the 352. Check back frequently for updates.

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.

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.

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.

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.