Local
1 year ago
Alachua County partners with water management district to expand Lochloosa recreational area

This project involves the acquisition of a 156-acre tract adjacent to the existing Lochloosa Wildlife Conservation Area

Local
1 year ago
A Cross City woman dies in the hospital after wreck involving a semi

The semi driver, a 38-year-old man from Augusta, AL, was not hurt.

Local
1 year ago
Lake County Deputy Stefano Gargano discharged after August ambush shooting incident

After a month in recovery, he was greeted by a large crowd as he was discharged from the HCA Florida Lake Monroe Hospital in Sanford on Monday.

Community
1 year ago
Immerse yourself in the African American legacy of West Ocala’s new Heritage Trail 

A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on September 3, 2024, to celebrate the project, which took six years to finish.

Local
1 year ago
A close call: Ocala National Forest hiker rescued by MCFR after wandering off trail

The 911 dispatcher remained on the call with her as first responders continuously sounded a whistle for her to follow.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Dunnellon man arrested for felony animal cruelty after authorities took 12 animals from his home

CCSO says he could face additional charges but won’t know more until after medical intake exams by the shelter veterinarian.

State
1 year ago
Drowsy Driving Prevention Week: It’s a wake-up call for Florida drivers

Throughout September, FLHSMV will focus on educating drivers on how to recognize the warning signs of fatigue, strategies to prevent drowsiness before driving, and the best actions to take if feeling tired behind the wheel.

Local
1 year ago
Three Alachua County families preserve their legacies with a donation to conservation projects

Thanks to these collective efforts, 229 acres of environmentally significant land in Alachua County are now protected.

Local
1 year ago
Sumter County family gets new home through SHIP program

Eligible first-time home buyers can receive up to $20,000 in the form of a 0% interest loan.

Business
1 year ago
Stepping into the future: Ocala’s economic blueprint for 2050

Learn how the city of Ocala is working on its economic growth and what it hopes to achieve by 2050, inspired by its unique identity and lessons learned from the past.