Firefighters stand near a ladder propped against the side of a Dunkin' Donuts building in Ocala, Florida, with a fire truck parked out front. One firefighter is climbing the ladder while another stands nearby among bushes.
Local
3 months ago
Firefighters quickly contain small fire at Ocala Dunkin’

Ocala Fire Rescue gave the all-clear after discovering the source was likely a light in the store’s exterior signage.

A motorcyclist holds a helmet beside a parked motorcycle in Ocala. Local police are increasing traffic enforcement through September to improve motorcycle safety.
Local
3 months ago
Ocala police launch motorcycle safety enforcement through September

City-wide FDOT-backed operation aims to reduce crashes and save lives.

Clayton Caruthers smiling in a vehicle after being promoted to Field Operations Manager in Belleview.
Local
3 months ago
Belleview promotes Clayton Caruthers to Field Operations Manager for Public Works

Caruthers brings years of hands-on experience and leadership to his new role overseeing field operations, project coordination, and infrastructure improvements across the city.

A Florida Highway Patrol cruiser blocks a roadway during a traffic incident.
Local
3 months ago
Motorcyclist killed in Marion County crash after vehicle turns into path

Florida Highway Patrol says 27-year-old Citra man died at the scene following two-vehicle collision on NE County Road 315.

Paris Richardson is crowned Miss Florida 2025 by Casana Fink during the Miss Florida Scholarship Competition.
State
3 months ago
Paris Richardson crowned Miss Florida 2025, marking historic win for Gainesville

Ocala’s Caroline Schapansky named finalist as Gainesville celebrates first Miss Florida title in over 70 years.

Three young girls wearing backpacks walk hand-in-hand down a tree-lined path.
Community
3 months ago
Back to School Community Giveback returns July 26 to support 6,000+ Marion County students

With free backpacks, school supplies, and vital resources at multiple locations across Marion County, this collaborative event empowers families ahead of the new school year.

Three high school girls with hands over their hearts reciting the Pledge of Allegiance in front of an American flag.
Education
3 months ago
Belleview VFW invites students to enter $35K Voice of Democracy essay contest

Local high schoolers can win scholarships and a trip to D.C. by submitting a patriotic audio essay by Oct. 31.

Smokey Bear stands next to reporter Ashley Brace, who is giving a thumbs up and smiling at the camera.
Local
3 months ago
Smokey Bear helps honor wildfire prevention at annual awards ceremony

Forest Service officials, firefighters, and librarians recognized at Marion County Public Library for advancing community education and reducing human-caused wildfires across Florida.

Group of people standing in front of two vehicles during a ribbon cutting event at Estella Byrd Whitman Community Health Center in Ocala.
Community
3 months ago
Estella Byrd Whitman unveils donated vehicles to boost patient access in Ocala

With support from the City of Ocala and community leaders, the health center’s new vehicles aim to eliminate transportation barriers to medical and specialty care.

U.S. Rep. Kat Cammack addresses attendees during the reopening of her Ocala office at the McPherson Governmental Campus.
Local
3 months ago
Congresswoman Kat Cammack evacuates offices after death threats over ectopic pregnancy

Cammack says threats followed Wall Street Journal story; Ocala and Gainesville offices closed as law enforcement investigates.

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