Image shows more than a dozen law enforcement officers blocking U.S. Highway 19.
Crime & Safety
1 year ago
High-speed chase involving Levy County deputies ends in fatal wreck

The Levy County Sheriff’s Office says the accident shut down U.S. 19 from County Road 347 to State Road 24 for hours.

Business
1 year ago
Best-performing Florida stocks last week

Stacker compiled a list of the best performing stocks in Florida last week using data from IEX Cloud.

Sports
1 year ago
Dunnellon’s LJ Woods’ athletic versatility makes him a tiger on the field

You might say Dunnellon High junior LJ Woods is genetically predisposed toward athletics. The multi-sport athlete is the son of Regas Woods, two-time member of the U.S. Paralympic team.

Health & Wellness
1 year ago
Walmart recalls Great Value apple juice sold in Florida and 24 other states due to elevated arsenic levels

Florida-based manufacturer Refresco Beverages US Inc. voluntarily recalled the contaminated six-packs of 8-ounce juice bottles after discovering levels of the chemical contaminant that exceeded industry standards.

Community
1 year ago
Work of an Ocala artist celebrates the city’s diverse history

Artist Charles Eady painted a series of portraits highlighting the African American community’s contributions to the city. The public art installation creates a historic trail in West Ocala.

Weather Updates
1 year ago
WORKWEEK WEATHER: More showers and thunderstorms ahead

See the forecast to find out the timing and chances for rain.

Sports
1 year ago
Lake Mary team rallies to beat Taiwan 2-1 in 8 innings to win Little League World Series title | PHOTOS

The Lake Mary team is the first championship in nine tries for Florida,

Local
1 year ago
Update on plans for new animal shelter for Marion County

A groundbreaking ceremony is tentatively scheduled for this fall, and the facility is expected to be fully operational by December 2025.

Mugshot of Morani Hopkins.
Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Ocala man arrested on 56 charges of sexual exploitation of children

Marion County Sheriff’s Office says 21-year-old Morani Hopkins gave narcotics to teen girls and produced sex videos with them.

Photo shows new radio towers being constructed.
Local
1 year ago
New radio towers in Marion County promise to improve public safety communications

The new radio towers will increase radio range for 95% of Marion County, according to Marion County Fire Rescue.