Marion County Public Schools sign displaying logo and motto, "Helping Every Student Succeed," against a clear blue sky.
Education
2 years ago
Parents and students can learn about the educational opportunities MCPS offers at expo this Thursday

The expo will be held on Thursday, Nov. 9, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the World Equestrian Center.

Community
2 years ago
$30k grant will allow Ocala Chamber to help spark entrepreneurship in under-resourced communities

The Ocala Metro Chamber & Economic Partnership says Silver Springs Shores, West Ocala, and Marion Oaks are communities they plan to invest in to help residents start businesses and create jobs.

Elections
2 years ago
Some incumbents unseated in municipal elections. Check results for races in six north-central Florida communities

Residents in six north-central Florida communities cast votes for council members and ballot questions.

Community
2 years ago
5 things to do in the 352 for the holidays 

Get ready for fun, holiday events in the 352-area code in November 2023.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Man sentenced to 20 years for soliciting a minor for sex in Citrus County

46-year-old Jeff Adams was found guilty of soliciting a minor for sex after a 9-minute deliberation.

Community
2 years ago
Ocali Country Days returns to Silver Springs State Park this weekend

Admission is just $8 per person for ages six and older. Children under the age of five get in FREE.

Sports
2 years ago
North Marion High baseball celebrates state championship with ring ceremony, looks forward to upcoming season | VIDEO

The NMHS baseball team is the first to win not just a state baseball title, but the first to win a state championship in any sport for the school.

Video
2 years ago
EXCLUSIVE VIDEO: Humble hero says it was ‘instinctive’ to jump into action, ending man’s alleged crime spree in Starbucks drive-thru

“I just knew he was up to no good,” said 37-year-old Shane Spicer about seeing a man running toward the Starbucks drive-thru. Moments later Spicer stopped the man from carjacking the driver in front of him. Turns out, the stranger he helped was six months pregnant.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Citrus County Sheriff’s Office says man set house on fire, shot at first responders. They responded with deadly force

CCSO says 57-year-old Paul Vincent Noeller poured gasoline around the home and yard, lit it on fire and shot at first responders as they tried to put the fire out.