Group of people in hard hats using shovels to break ground in front of construction equipment at Transitions Life Center expansion site.
Community
3 months ago
Transitions Life Center breaks ground on major expansion in Ocala

$1.8 million project will add specialized spaces and services to better support adults with disabilities in Marion County.

Dozens of boats anchored near the shoreline at Lake Weir under a blue sky with scattered clouds.
Weather Updates
3 months ago
WORKWEEK WEATHER: Afternoon storms signal start of hurricane season

Now’s the time to prep your supply kit and review your evacuation plan.

Bright orange "Road Work Ahead" sign with flags on roadside near a tree-lined street.
Local
3 months ago
Temporary lane closures coming to Marion Oaks Drive June 2–4

SECO crews will install utility poles, with daytime traffic delays expected.

Florida Highway Patrol cruiser parked at night with emergency lights on
Local
3 months ago
Ocklawaha woman dies in late-night SUV crash at CR 450 and CR 42

FHP says 51-year-old driver failed to stop at intersection before striking sign and tree.

Summerfield women struck and killed by golf court.
Crime & Safety
3 months ago
THE LATEST: Victim identified in Petro gas station shooting

Deputies have identified the victim as 16-year-old Nosiah Santos; a person of interest is in custody as the investigation continues.

Man pulling kayak through flooded street in Crystal River while another man walks through high water on SE Paradise Road.
Weather Updates
3 months ago
Hurricane watch vs. warning: What you need to know before the storms hit

As hurricane season begins in the 352, here’s how to tell the difference between watches and warnings—and why acting early could save your life.

A scenic view of Rainbow River in Ocala, Florida, with clear blue water flowing gently over rocky banks surrounded by lush green trees under a bright, sunny sky.
Local
3 months ago
Marion County Sheriff’s Office shares must-know rules for a safe summer on the Rainbow River

From alcohol bans to boating laws, deputies want visitors to protect each other and the river.

Young woman sitting on a couch, holding a phone and talking to another person during a serious conversation about mental health.
Health & Wellness
3 months ago
Mental health can’t wait: Why the conversation must go beyond May

The Vines CEO urges Ocala residents to speak up, fight stigma, and support mental wellness year-round.

Close-up of an orange “Road Construction Ahead” warning sign against a clear blue sky.
Local
4 months ago
Traffic alert: NW 44th Avenue lane closures set for June 2–3

Crews to install underground utility line; delays expected near 3718 NW 44th Ave.

A large group of people of all ages walk along a paved trail surrounded by trees and grass during a RE/MAX 5K fundraiser at Baseline Road Trailhead Park.
Community
4 months ago
Run (or walk) for miracles as RE/MAX 5K returns to Ocala trails this Saturday

Join the community on May 31 for a scenic 5K supporting UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital through the Children’s Miracle Network.

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