A chestnut-colored wild horse with a white blaze trots through a grassy area near pine trees on a wintery day.
Local
6 months ago
Bring the wild home: Adopt a mustang or burro in Ocala this week

BLM offers 140 wild horses and burros for adoption May 15–17 at Southeastern Livestock Pavilion.

Mugshot of Gavin Kirby, a young man with dark hair and a beard, wearing a red and white jail uniform. The image includes the Marion County Sheriff's Office logo and a text watermark.
Crime & Safety
6 months ago
Ocala man arrested for soliciting child online

Marion County Sheriff’s detectives uncovered disturbing online activity targeting minors.

Mugshot of Thomas Norman Shaheen wearing an orange jail uniform, alongside text stating he was arrested and charged with child neglect.
Crime & Safety
6 months ago
Man arrested after child found alone in unlocked car at Ocala Walmart

Deputies say the man left one child in the car and another unattended inside the store while shopping for 40 minutes.

A brush fire burns intensely through a wooded area in Ocala, with tall flames climbing trees and thick smoke rising into the air.
Weather Updates
6 months ago
WORKWEEK WEATHER: Storms stick around as lightning raises fire risk in dry Ocala

After a dry stretch, thunderstorms early this week bring much-needed rain—but also increase the chance of lightning-sparked fires.

Photos of three businesses shows the visual beauty of their store fronts.
Community
6 months ago
Belleview launches grant program to help businesses upgrade storefronts

Beautify Belleview offers up to $2,500 for commercial property improvements to boost curb appeal and encourage reinvestment.

Three smiling women sit at a red-and-white checkered table under a canopy, each holding and eating roasted corn on the cob with husks. Tents, games, and other festival activities are visible in the background.
Entertainment
6 months ago
Mount Dora Corn Festival brings families together to celebrate sweet corn and community roots

Lakefront festival returns May 24 with food, fun, and family-friendly traditions.

Local
6 months ago
Overnight I-75 ramp closures coming to Sumter County this week

FDOT to close southbound and northbound exit ramps near Bushnell May 13–14 for overnight sign work.

College of Central Florida pitcher Brayden Toro mid-throw, captured in midair with intense focus during a game, as the ball approaches the batter.
Sports
6 months ago
Patriots fall to top-seeded FSW, faces elimination game Sunday

Patriots held to three hits in 5-2 loss; must beat Gulf Coast to stay alive in Region 8 tournament.

A College of Central Florida baseball player wearing a white pinstripe uniform and blue helmet slides into second base as a Gulf Coast State player in a yellow jersey stands nearby, glove in hand, during a Region 8 tournament game.
Sports
6 months ago
CF’s Harman named player of the year, hits record-breaking homer in Region 8 victory

Patriots defeat Gulf Coast 5–2 to stay in winner’s bracket of NJCAA Region 8 tournament in Port Charlotte.

Plate of eggs Benedict with poached eggs, ham, and hollandaise sauce on toast, served with seasoned roasted potatoes and a cup of coffee in the background.
Local
6 months ago
Where to take Mom this Mother’s Day: 5 special spots for brunch in Ocala

From downtown charm to upscale brunch buffets, here are Ocala’s top picks for making Mom feel special this Sunday.