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Local
1 year ago
Veterans Helping Veterans USA expands services with new leadership and extended hours

Nonprofit introduces evening and weekend availability to better serve veterans while launching initiatives for housing support and community engagement

Sports
1 year ago
Major League Fishing Bass Pro Tour returns to Harris Chain of Lakes for Suzuki Stage 2

Top anglers compete for $150,000 prize and critical AOY points in action-packed MLF Bass Pro Tour event.

Entertainment
1 year ago
Experience the Mount Dora Scottish Highland Festival: A weekend of music, culture, and tradition

Celebrate Scottish heritage in Mount Dora with thrilling Highland games, live Celtic music, and authentic cultural experiences.

Dr. William "Bill" Slayton is a pediatric oncologist at UF Health Shands, specializing in leukemia and lymphoma patients.
Features
1 year ago
Pediatric oncologist Dr. Bill Slayton brings hope to children battling cancer

Inspired by his father, Dr. Slayton specializes in treating childhood leukemia and lymphoma, using innovative care and comforting therapy tools to support young patients.

Community
1 year ago
Chester Weber honored for his contributions to veterans and the U.S. Army’s caisson program

Ocala ceremony recognizes Weber’s dedication to preserving military traditions and supporting veterans through equestrian expertise.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Pennsylvania man extradited to Marion County in child sex trafficking case

Brian Rudis faces multiple charges after soliciting a minor online and sending explicit material.

Entertainment
1 year ago
Award-winning poet David Kirby to host reading and book signing at College of Central Florida

The College of Central Florida will welcome acclaimed author David Kirby for a poetry reading, discussion, and book signing as part of the Debra Vazquez Memorial Poetry Series.

Local
1 year ago
Belleview honors local heroes for outstanding community service at city commission meeting

Jennifer and Jim Amidei recognized for “Shop with a Cop” efforts, while Jessica Kidd awarded for lifesaving heroism.

Health & Wellness
1 year ago
HCA Florida hospitals sponsor Ocala art and health exhibit to highlight healing through creativity

The Arts & Health Exhibition, supported by HCA Florida Ocala Hospital and HCA Florida West Marion Hospital, showcases the connection between artistic expression and well-being through a month-long display and special events.

Weather Updates
1 year ago
WORKWEEK WEATHER: Unseasonably warm temperatures soar, raising eyebrows and thermometers

Ocala faces unseasonably warm temperatures this week, with potential record-breaking highs reaching the upper 80s.