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State
1 year ago
7 key points from Governor Ron DeSantis’ Hurricane Milton briefing

As Hurricane Milton approaches Florida’s west coast, Governor DeSantis urges residents to finalize evacuation plans, while the state mobilizes resources, including fuel reserves, flood barriers, and National Guard assistance.

Local
1 year ago
Alachua County has opened tarp distribution locations ahead of Hurricane Milton

Tarps will be handed out to residents while supplies last.

Business
1 year ago
Florida gas prices drop 7 cents amid rising oil costs and Hurricane Milton preparations

Florida gas prices fell 7 cents per gallon last week, with the state average now at $3.10 per gallon despite rising oil prices and potential Hurricane Milton impacts.

Local
1 year ago
Governor DeSantis urges Gulf Coast Florida residents to prepare for Hurricane Milton as landfall nears

In preparation for the storm, DeSantis signed an executive order declaring a state of emergency, which has since been expanded to 51 counties.

Features
1 year ago
Belleview’s Denee Varnum Richardson: A lifelong journey of faith and music

Denee Varnum Richardson, music director at Souls Harbor Church in Belleview, FL, has been shaped by a family legacy of musical talent, recording since age 11, and performing globally to spread the gospel.

Local
1 year ago
Overnight ramp closures on I-75 starting Sunday, Oct. 6

The Florida Department of Transportation says that only one ramp will be closed at a time.

Education
1 year ago
Marion County proclaims National 4-H Week, celebrating over 100 years of youth leadership and development

The Marion County Board of Commissioners recognized the Marion County 4-H program during National 4-H Week for empowering youth with critical life skills and fostering future leaders.

Local
1 year ago
Lake County Sheriff’s Office issues missing juvenile alert for 16-Year-old Aubrey Collins

The Lake County Sheriff’s Office is searching for 16-year-old Aubrey Collins, last seen in Paisley, and urges the public to contact authorities with any information on her whereabouts.

Local
1 year ago
Three kittens rescued from car grill by Marion County firefighters

Quick action by Marion County Fire Rescue saved three kittens trapped inside a car’s grill, now safe and ready for adoption.

Local
1 year ago
Driver rescued after vehicle plunges into Ocala retention pond

Ocala Fire Rescue responded to a vehicle in a pond, rescuing a driver experiencing a medical emergency after a crash in Fore Ranch.