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Crime & Safety
2 years ago
VIDEO: Ocala Police credit ‘citizen heroes’ for helping catch ‘career criminal’ on dangerous spree

OPD released dashcam and bodycam footage showing the capture of 39-year-old Michael Prouty and the role one bystander played in ending the chase

Community
2 years ago
Frank Deluca YMCA Hosts Spooktacular Trunk-or-Treat Event for Ocala Community | PHOTOS  

Hundreds turned out in imaginative costumes for the annual trunk-or-treat event on Saturday, Oct. 21.

Community
2 years ago
Sunshine and smiles brighten the day for those combatting a dark disease | PHOTOS

Despite the enthusiasm of 654 participants on 80 teams, this year’s event fell short of its $140,000 goal. The Gainesville walk raised $94,790.

Photos
2 years ago
PHOTOS: Tom Petty Weekend 2023 delights music fans

Tom Petty Weekend continues, Sunday, Oct. 22, noon to 10 p.m. A one-day pass costs $25. 

Entertainment
2 years ago
‘I feel like he knows me somehow,’ diehard fan reflects on opening night of Tom Petty Weekend | PHOTOS & VIDEO

“I can’t really put a finger on one specific song, but I know that his heart came through. He was saying things that we were feeling,” said longtime Tom Petty fan Vivi Cullens at opening night of the festival in Gainesville honoring the rock & roll great.

Entertainment
2 years ago
Gainesville’s Tom Petty Weekend begins tonight, musical performances through Sunday

Tom Petty Weekend begins this Thursday. Everything you need to know to enjoy the festival honoring Gainesville’s native son.

Community
2 years ago
This Sunday, enjoy a walk by the riverside with Marion County’s shelter dogs | PHOTOS

Admission to Silver Springs State Park is just $2, and MCAS adoption fees are “Name Your Price” throughout the month of October.

Community
2 years ago
Ocala Walk to End Alzheimer’s exceeds fundraising goal | PHOTOS

This year, 85 teams participated and raised $125,433. The fundraising goal was $110,000.

Photos
2 years ago
PHOTOS: ‘Ring of fire’ eclipse brings cheers and shouts of joy as it moves across the Americas

It will be 2039 before another ring of fire is visible in the U.S., and Alaska will be the only state in its direct path. NASA says a total solar eclipse takes place next year on Monday, April 8, 2024, passing from Texas to Maine.

Entertainment
2 years ago
Thousands pack narrow streets for the 50th McIntosh 1890s Festival | PHOTOS & VIDEO

The McIntosh 1890s Festival celebrated its 50th anniversary today with vibrant booths, rustic music, a lively atmosphere and a massive crowd of attendees.

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