Features
1 year ago
Amanda Steege: A lifetime with horses rooted in family tradition

From early barn days to building her own equestrian business, Amanda Steege reflects on her journey in the horse world.

Local
1 year ago
Stop Children’s Cancer and Turtles Fly Too unite for life-saving missions and research

Turtles Fly Too dedicates sea turtle transport mission to the memory of Bonnie Freeman, amplifying efforts to support pediatric cancer research through Stop Children’s Cancer.

Local
1 year ago
7 displaced following Silver Springs house fire

The quick action from MCFR responders allowed the family of seven to recover many of their belongings.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Scammer arrested after attempting to defraud Marion County elderly woman

An 82-year-old Marion County woman was nearly defrauded of $160,000 in a scam involving false claims of hacked bank accounts and a bogus federal agent, leading to the arrest of Jiaan Cao.

Sports
1 year ago
State champion coach John Brantley III returns to alma mater as Forest High head football coach

After 15 years at Trinity Catholic and a storied career, Brantley brings his coaching expertise back to Forest High, where he once led the Wildcats to a state championship as quarterback.

Features
1 year ago
Where to dine this Christmas: Restaurants open on Christmas Eve and Day

From casual eateries to upscale dining, discover the best spots open for your holiday meals this Christmas season.

Weather Updates
1 year ago
WEEKEND WEATHER: Perfect weather set for Ocala Christmas Parade

Sunny skies and mild temperatures promise an ideal evening, with highs in the upper 70s for tailgating and a comfortable 70°F at the 5:30 p.m. parade kickoff.

Local
1 year ago
MCFR Chief James Banta celebrates 7-year anniversary at the helm

MCFR Fire Chief James Banta commemorates his anniversary in a Facebook post, in which he references the challenges tackled, and those that lie ahead.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Deputies charge Ocala man with 10 counts of Possession of Child Pornography

MCSO deputies arrested 21-year-old Om Patel on Tuesday after his Snapchat account displayed videos of child exploitation

Local
1 year ago
College of Central Florida hosts ribbon cutting to commemorate new AdventHealth Center for Nursing

The ceremony will take place on January 30, a few weeks after the building opens to students for the 2025 Spring semester on January 8.