Education
8 months ago
Beacon College awarded $210K Fogg Trust grant to expand campus and fund scholarships

Leesburg’s Beacon College will renovate a new mixed-use facility and provide scholarships for students with learning differences, thanks to the Edward C. and Lisbeth A. Fogg Charitable Trust.

Local
8 months ago
Overnight lane closures on S.R. 19 in Eustis set for June 18–19

Southbound S.R. 19 to close nightly for signal pole installation near Clifford Avenue; drivers urged to follow detour signs and stay alert, FDOT says.

Utility trucks and crews repair downed power lines on SW 60th Avenue in Ocala after a crash.
Local
8 months ago
UPDATE: FHP has cleared the wreck blocking northbound lanes on SW 60th Avenue near Kinderoo Academy in Ocala

Residual traffic tie-ups may still be present in the area of SW 52nd Street.

Person snorkeling in shallow seagrass beds during scalloping season in Crystal River, Florida.
State
8 months ago
Can’t wait for scallop season in Crystal River? You don’t have to…

Scallopers can harvest in parts of Taylor, Dixie, and Levy counties through Labor Day with specific daily bag limits and safety rules.

A happy gray and white dog with a wide smile and tongue out, wearing a blue harness that says "ADOPT ME," lying on a carpeted floor with gray and green stripes.
Project Pawsitivity
8 months ago
Meet Little Debbie: A shelter office dog ready to retire

After months as the shelter’s beloved office sidekick, this sweet senior pup is searching for a forever home where she can trade paperwork for belly rubs.

Thick dark clouds forming over a grassy field and trees in Marion County, signaling approaching rain.
Weather Updates
8 months ago
WEEKEND WEATHER: Rainy forecast could shift Father’s Day plans indoors in the Ocala area

With showers likely on Sunday, families in Ocala and surrounding areas may want to consider indoor activities for Father’s Day celebrations.

Crime & Safety
8 months ago
Ocala man charged after hitting deputy during Volusia child predator sting

Moshe Josue Delgado Juarez among 14 arrested in Volusia County undercover operation targeting online predators.

Entertainment
8 months ago
UPDATE: Killer Beaz rescheduled for August 8 at The Civic

The “Moonshiners” star and Grand Ole Opry regular has rescheduled his show; no reason given.

Person browsing shelves of books at a library sale with various children's and illustrated books on display.
Community
8 months ago
Clearance book sale returns to Ocala Public Library with prices as low as 25 cents

Friends of the Ocala Public Library hosts two-day sale benefiting local library programs and branches across Marion County.

Hiring manager holding a résumé during an in-person job interview across a desk.
Jobs
8 months ago
Team Cone hosting Ocala career fair June 14 for full-time positions

Local distributor hiring Order Selectors, Merchandisers, and CDL Drivers with competitive pay, full benefits, and same-day interviews.