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Local
2 years ago
Florida’s farm community rallies around “El Ocala Ocho”

The agricultural community has bonded to support victims and each other in the wake of the deaths of eight farm workers in a bus crash on the way to harvest watermelon on Tuesday.

Local
2 years ago
RAPID RESPONSE: Dash & body cam video provides insight into what first responders faced at the bus crash scene

The Marion County Sheriff’s Office released two video clips that show the chaos of the mass casualty crisis from the point of view of one deputy who responded to the scene of the bus crash.

Local
2 years ago
GRU crews help out with storm restoration efforts in Tallahassee | PHOTOS

GRU crews provided mutual aid to restore power in the state capital following destructive storms last week.

Equine
2 years ago
Summerfield horse trainer Kenny McPeek reflects on completing his own Triple Crown

Marion County trainer Kenny McPeek looks to add a second Preakness Stakes victory on Saturday with Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Driver said he smoked pot oil, took medication before crash that killed 8 Mexican farm workers | VIDEO

An arrest report indicates 41-year-old Bryan Howard told investigators he was driving to a methadone clinic where he receives daily medication for a chipped vertebrae when the accident happened.

Local
2 years ago
UPDATE: Police activity in Wildwood shopping center due to death investigation

The Wildwood Police Department says there is an investigation but did not reveal the nature of the investigation.

Community
2 years ago
Financial state of Marion County is described as healthy and strong

Marion County leaders presented the State of the County address during the Ocala Metro Chamber and Economic Partnership monthly meeting.

Local
2 years ago
Ocala’s Aquatic Fun Centers to reopen just in time for the summer heat

The city plans to reopen the Jervey Gantt Aquatic Fun Center and Hampton Aquatic Fun Center starting this weekend and next respectively.

Local
2 years ago
Outpouring of support for farm bus crash victims amid calls for increased safety

The Farmworker Association of Florida has organized a GoFundMe campaign to raise $50,000 for victims and their families. By Wednesday, it was halfway to the goal.

Local
2 years ago
Chaplains called in to comfort bus crash victims

Chaplains play a critical role in the hospital community, providing support and prayer in traumatic times. They say their presence is an essential part of the healing process.