Three high school girls with hands over their hearts reciting the Pledge of Allegiance in front of an American flag.
Education
4 months ago
Belleview VFW invites students to enter $35K Voice of Democracy essay contest

Local high schoolers can win scholarships and a trip to D.C. by submitting a patriotic audio essay by Oct. 31.

Heavy highway traffic with multiple lanes of vehicles during daytime travel.
State
4 months ago
Record-breaking Fourth of July travel expected as 4.6 million Floridians hit the road

AAA forecasts 72.2 million Americans will travel for Independence Day 2025, with Florida seeing historic highs in road trips, flights, and cruises.

Smokey Bear stands next to reporter Ashley Brace, who is giving a thumbs up and smiling at the camera.
Local
4 months ago
Smokey Bear helps honor wildfire prevention at annual awards ceremony

Forest Service officials, firefighters, and librarians recognized at Marion County Public Library for advancing community education and reducing human-caused wildfires across Florida.

Group of people standing in front of two vehicles during a ribbon cutting event at Estella Byrd Whitman Community Health Center in Ocala.
Community
4 months ago
Estella Byrd Whitman unveils donated vehicles to boost patient access in Ocala

With support from the City of Ocala and community leaders, the health center’s new vehicles aim to eliminate transportation barriers to medical and specialty care.

U.S. Rep. Kat Cammack addresses attendees during the reopening of her Ocala office at the McPherson Governmental Campus.
Local
4 months ago
Congresswoman Kat Cammack evacuates offices after death threats over ectopic pregnancy

Cammack says threats followed Wall Street Journal story; Ocala and Gainesville offices closed as law enforcement investigates.

Florida Highway Patrol cruiser parked at night with emergency lights on
Local
4 months ago
Umatilla man dies in early morning crash on County Road 42 in Marion County

Florida Highway Patrol says the driver failed to navigate a curve, causing his vehicle to leave the roadway and strike a tree.

Overhead view of a family sitting at a wooden table using various digital devices including a laptop, tablets, and smartphones.
Education
4 months ago
Alachua County Public Schools launching new websites, messaging system June 30

District updates include new website address, improved communication tools for families, staff, and students ahead of the new school year.

Mugshot of Joseph Andrade in orange and white jail uniform.
Crime & Safety
4 months ago
Driver with suspended license arrested after traffic stop in Marion Oaks

Joseph Andrade was pulled over for speeding and a headlight violation; deputies discovered his license was suspended due to a prior DUI.

Bella sits attentively between two people indoors, looking directly at the camera. Her ears are perked and she wears a lavender collar, showing her calm and gentle personality.
Project Pawsitivity
4 months ago
Meet Bella: Your sweet, star-spangled sidekick

Bella, a 1-year-old mixed breed, is ready to be your smart and loyal companion.

Multiple lightning bolts strike under a dark stormy sky over a rural road.
Weather Updates
4 months ago
WEEKEND WEATHER: Rain and storms likely through the weekend

Storms expected each afternoon; experts urge quick action and indoor shelter when thunder rumbles.

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