
Community agencies are coming together to address the problem of homelessness in the community.,

A tire blowout led to a serious crash on I-75 in Ocala Wednesday afternoon, leaving two people hospitalized and blocking all northbound lanes near Mile Marker 352.

Alachua County Public Schools is introducing new and improved communication tools designed to make it easier for families, staff, and the community to stay informed and connected.

A multi-vehicle crash has shut down all northbound lanes of I-75 near S.R. 40 in Marion County, forcing drivers onto a detour via U.S. 301 and U.S. 27 and causing major traffic delays.

A traffic stop in Levy County leads to multiple arrests.

Marion County deputies made multiple recent arrests tied to outstanding warrants, drug possession, burglary, and fleeing law enforcement, including cases involving stolen firearms valued at $165,000.

The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is investigating financial advisor Michael Hainsworth over allegations of an investment fraud scheme that cost one local resident nearly $200,000, with authorities suspecting additional victims.

Marion County Fire Rescue responded to a massive commercial blaze Monday night at Tiz Whiz Feed and Hay in Reddick. Explosions were reported as the fire threatened nearby homes.

The Appleton Museum of Art will showcase “Under the Cover of Knowledge: Betty Ford-Smith’s Pinecone Quilts” from September 6, 2025, to February 22, 2026. Her intricate, handcrafted quilts, inspired by African American traditions, can take over six months to create and feature more than 4,000 hand-cut cotton triangles. Presented alongside historic quilts and related works, the exhibition celebrates the artistry, heritage, and storytelling woven into each piece.

Since 1987, the Orange Blossom Gardens Lions Club has worked to bring the gift of clear vision to those in need through its involvement in Project Right to Sight. By collecting used prescription eyeglasses, reading glasses, and sunglasses, the club helps ensure that people—from local students to seniors—can see clearly again. Each donated pair is cleaned, refurbished, and matched to someone with the same prescription, transforming what might be forgotten in a drawer into a life-changing tool.