A bill has moved forward in the Florida State House of Representatives that would allow Florida thoroughbred tracks to cease racing while keeping their other gambling facilities in operation.
From the early 1930s through the mid-20th century, the operation of rattlesnake harvesting and canning dominated Florida until wildlife protection initiatives took hold.
Beginning Feb. 6, 2026, The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles will administer driver license exams in English only.
Dr. Matthew Cretul, Marion County’s legislative manager provided the Marion County Board of County Commissioners with a legislative update in advance of the beginning the of 2026 Florida legislative session.
New bills filed in the Florida legislature aim to restore the Ocklawaha River’s original waterway, creating economic and environmental opportunities for counties including Alachua, Lake, Marion and Putnam.
A number of new Florida state laws will go into effect on Jan. 1, 2026, and some may impact the North Central Florida region more directly than others.
The Southwest Florida Water Management District is closing Alston Tract in Pasco County for a feral hog hunt Jan. 6-8, 2026.
Florida Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Mark Wilson came to Ocala’s Reilly Center to discuss how to best take advantage of coming economic opportunities in Marion County on Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025.
Florida’s new license plate frame law went into effect Oct. 1, 2025. Here’s exactly what it says.
Florida is getting into a celebratory mood ahead of America’s 250th anniversary with a new commemorative license plate.