Local
6 months ago
Driver rescued after rollover crash in Ocala neighborhood

Ocala Fire Rescue crews acted quickly and worked together to free a driver who was trapped inside an SUV that had flipped on its side along SW 52nd Terrace.

A child holding a lit sparkler, wearing a shirt with an American flag design, with a blurred outdoor background.
Health & Wellness
6 months ago
Fireworks safety tips from Ocala ER doctors as July 4th injuries spike among kids and teens

As Independence Day approaches, HCA Florida Ocala Hospital urges families to keep fireworks fun—not dangerous—with simple precautions to avoid burns, ER visits, and serious injuries.

Education
6 months ago
UF researchers use Hurricane Helene data to track pitch canker spread in pine forests

With federal funding, UF/IFAS scientists study how hurricane winds may worsen fungal disease outbreaks in Southeastern timberlands, aiming to protect the region’s $100B forestry economy.

Business
6 months ago
VITAS Healthcare celebrates grand opening of new Marion County office

Facility expands compassionate hospice and palliative care for local patients and families.

Crime & Safety
6 months ago
Two years later, Lady Lake police renew call for tips in unsolved homicide of Bryson Leverette

Investigators urge public to come forward with information in 2023 fatal shooting of 20-year-old Bryson “Swift” Leverette, as family continues to mourn and seek justice.

Grass to the left, two men walking on a gray concrete pathway, the one on the left dressed in combat fatigues, the man on the right in a green shirt, both wearing backpacks, with vehicles and tents to their right, and with people in the background, walking under a canopy of trees.
Community
6 months ago
Evening PTSD walk raises $30K in Ocala to launch local mental health initiative | PHOTOS

Despite rain delays, hundreds gathered at Veterans Memorial Park to support PTSD awareness, with funds fueling a new free program for veterans, first responders, and civilians.

Local
6 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
6 months ago
Ocala police launch motorcycle safety enforcement through September

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

Local
6 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.

Local
6 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.

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