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Community
2 months ago
Open house showcases Sumter County’s safety action plan

Sumter County is hosting an open house unveiling the safety action plan on Aug. 14 from 6 p,m. to 7 p.m. at the Wildwood Community Center.

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Weather Updates
2 months ago
Work Week Weather: Hot Days, Afternoon Thunderstorms Expected Across Ocala

A hot and stormy pattern will dominate Ocala this week, with daily afternoon thunderstorms and highs in the 90s. Here’s your full weekday forecast.

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Features
2 months ago
Defunct Ocala: Monkey Island – Silver Springs’ accidental tourist attraction

Monkey Island in Silver Springs, Florida, is home to wild rhesus macaques introduced in the 1930s as a tourism stunt gone wrong. Though intended to stay on an island, the monkeys swam away and now roam the area. Today, they’re a curious local fixture—both a tourist draws and a public health concern.

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Local
2 months ago
Sumter county study for project includes roadway widening and turn lane additions at busy intersection

A Sumter County study addresses future projects to widen and add turns lanes on CR 466 and U.S. Hwy. 301.

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Local
2 months ago
Lt. Col. Frank M. Rasbury, Jr. embodied leadership, virtue and service

A memorial service was held for U.S. Army Lt. Col. Frank M. Rasbury Jr. at St. Paul’s Methodist Church in Ocala. He was remembered for his leadership and service.

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Features
2 months ago
Understanding your golf clubs: A beginner’s guide to improving your game

Learn how each type of golf club, from drivers to putters, can improve your game at Eagle Ridge Golf Club and other Summerfield courses.

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Entertainment
2 months ago
Killer Beaz brings rescheduled comedy show to Ocala Civic Theatre Aug. 8

Known for Moonshiners and The Grand Ole Opry, the high-energy comic returns with his “Best Buzz in Town” tour.

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Health & Wellness
2 months ago
Free diabetes self-management series begins Aug. 7 in Ocala

Marion County Hospital District’s Community Home Project hosts 8-week program at Howard Academy to empower residents with tools to manage diabetes.

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Community
2 months ago
Blue-green algae detected at Lake Weir boat ramp, health officials urge caution

No toxins found during July 28 testing, but DOH-Marion advises residents and visitors to avoid contact with water near visible blooms.

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Local
2 months ago
World Equestrian Center offers hurricane stalls for equine evacuees: New request process introduced

Prepare for hurricane season with a streamlined stall request process at WEC – Ocala. Submit forms for storm-related evacuation as needed.

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