Community
2 years ago
White Cane Day events aim to increase awareness about people with visual impairments

“So much of the time we’re invisible,” said Donna Evans, President of The Villages Visually Impaired Persons Group. She helped organize a White Cane Walk for Friday, Oct. 13, at the Lake Sumter Landing in The Villages.

Local
2 years ago
Early morning storms leave Crystal River significantly damaged | PHOTOS

Crystal River officials advise citizens to stay home while crews assess damage from what may have been tornadoes early this morning.

Education
2 years ago
MCPS high schoolers can now dual enroll in CF workforce programs through new Collegiate Academy

The College of Central Florida has partnered with Marion County Public Schools to expand the dual enrollment program to include Associate in Science degree pathways for workforce-ready students.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Ocala Police: 74-year-old man had 35,000 images of child porn

Ocala police allege George Hicks had over 35,000 images and over 120 videos of child sexual abuse material (CSAM).

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
UPDATE: Ocala police looking for suspect wanted in downtown shooting

Ocala Police say they are looking for 31-year-old Anthony Reagan in connection with the weekend shooting.

Community
2 years ago
How you can help make the dying wish of a 12-year-old girl continue to come true

Stop Children’s Cancer has set a goal to raise $10,000 during Bonnie’s Birthday Bash this month. Donations are down this year and the nonprofit is asking for your help.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Florida Attorney General launches virtual human trafficking summit

The Florida Department of Education says the Sunshine State is the third largest hub for human trafficking.

Local
2 years ago
VIDEO: UF student describes the chaos on campus at vigil for Israel

“I just heard people screaming. I heard loud noises. I heard stomping like a stampede,” said UF student journalist Nick VanZandt who was covering the vigil for class when the chaos broke out.

Community
2 years ago
Gainesville to install native wildflower garden for bees

Bees and other pollinators will receive a new safe haven in Gainesville on Oct. 21 as the first Bee City USA native wildflower garden takes root.

Local
2 years ago
VIDEO: Vigil for Israel on UF campus ends in chaos and injuries

UFPD says five people were injured in the crowd rush and that there was no malicious intent behind the incident.