Weather Updates
2 years ago
The weather looks great for Ocala’s Christmas parade Saturday evening, rain should hold off until Sunday

The National Weather Service says there is a chance for thunderstorms on Sunday but for Saturday evening the forecast is partly cloudy, with a low around 63 degrees. Perfect for sipping hot chocolate along the parade route.

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2 years ago
Gainesville roadway renamed to honor legacy of the late civil rights leader Charles Chestnut III

The Gainesville City Commission voted to rename a portion of 8th Avenue between Northwest 6th Street and Waldo Road as Charles S. Chestnut III Avenue.

Some road closures for the parade start as early as 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 14.
Community
2 years ago
Many road closures ahead of Ocala’s Christmas Parade Saturday. Plus, the forecast for Saturday night

Many places along the Ocala Christmas parade route are already staked out for viewing but in order to navigate the streets ahead of the parade take note of closures and detours.

Jobs
2 years ago
Three state agencies looking to fill jobs hold recruiting event today and tomorrow

The Florida Highway Patrol, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and Florida Department of Law Enforcement are hoping to find the right people to fill dozens of open positions.

Sports
2 years ago
Gators RB Trevor Etienne enters transfer portal with two years of eligibility remaining

Sophomore running back Trevor Etienne announced on his social media accounts Thursday he has entered the transfer portal.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Three Chiefland students treated for nearly fatal drug overdose on school bus

The sheriff’s office says the teenage students are expected to make a full recovery and when they do could face criminal charges as well as disciplinary action at school.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
MCSO has arrested an 11-year-old Horizon Academy student on charges related to the phony active shooter threat

MCSO says the 11-year-old made the false call because he wanted to go home early.

Local
2 years ago
Marion County Animal Services helps reunite dog missing for eight months with her rightful owners 150 miles away

Thanks to microchipping the family in Palm Bay was able to identify their missing dog named Nala.

Elections
2 years ago
The GOP debate field was asked about Trump. But most of the stage’s attacks focused on Nikki Haley

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis suggested Trump, who is 77, is too old for the job.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Human remains found in Dixie County identified as a man who has been missing since 2017, foul play suspected

The sheriff’s office says that Richard “Rick” Elton’s death is suspicious and foul play is suspected. They’re offering a $10,000 reward for information that leads to an arrest.