
The Marion County Commission has decided not to build a new animal shelter on donated land off of County Road 316 near Citra. A new 20-acre parcel near the Ocala International Airport is being considered.
There were 14 students on the bus at the time. MCPS says none of the students were injured and the bus driver is also okay.

If you know any information regarding Daniel Portwood’s whereabouts, please contact deputies at 352-249-2790.

Tom Petty Weekend begins this Thursday. Everything you need to know to enjoy the festival honoring Gainesville’s native son.
CF says it will offer Diagnostic Medical Sonography Technology and Respiratory Care programs starting in 2024.
Ocala Police say 27-year-old Christopher Mason worked as a corrections officer at the Coleman Prison in Sumter County.

Marion County Public School teacher Zanita Hendry was recently honored with a statewide award from FAEA.

The Ocala Metro CEP and the City of Ocala revealed some developments and jobs anticipated this fiscal year and through 2035.

McKenney was charged with attempted homicide and transported to the Alachua County Jail.
Troopers say a Marion County Sheriff’s deputy hit a 63-year-old man on a bike on SR 200. The man died at the scene.