Local
1 year ago
Sebring man fatally struck while crossing US 441 near Summerfield

The fatal wreck happened early Saturday morning on US 441, as a Sebring man crossed into the path of an oncoming sedan driven by an Ocala woman.

Local
1 year ago
Dixie County Sheriff’s Office rescues livestock amid animal cruelty investigation

Sheriff Darby Butler lead a multi-agency effort to rescue mistreated livestock, with animal cruelty charges pending as the investigation continues.

Health & Wellness
1 year ago
3D MAMMOGRAMS: A clearer picture in breast cancer detection

Michelle-O-Gram, a nonprofit inspired by breast cancer advocate Michelle Blauser Standridge, helps uninsured and underinsured women access life-saving mammograms, continuing her mission to promote early detection.

Local
1 year ago
MCFR rescues 3 dogs from residential fire in Ocala

Firefighters from multiple stations worked together to save three dogs trapped inside a burning Ocala home, with no injuries reported to civilians or responders.

Local
1 year ago
Golf scramble fundraiser aims to support Belleview High School boys’ varsity basketball team

The Rattlers, as they’re known, are holding a fundraiser so that they can buy new road basketball uniforms.

Features
1 year ago
Ocala’s Lauren Monahan: From pageantry to military service and beyond

From Miss Florida runner-up to Senior Miss America contestant, Ocala’s Lauren Monahan shares her journey through pageantry, military service, and a life dedicated to empowering women.

Community
1 year ago
ICYMI: Ocala Oddities Market brought its haven for the strange and unusual

The Ocala Oddities Market brings a quirky mix of antiques, art, bones, and more to downtown Ocala, with live music, food trucks, and free admission every month.

Community
1 year ago
Marion County breaks ground on new animal shelter

Spanning more than 37,300 square feet, the new facility will be funded by the Penny Sales Tax and continue Marion County’s no-kill initiative with a 90% save rate.