The College of Central Florida Hampton Center in Ocala, shown Monday, April 28, 2025. The campus was briefly locked down during a nearby police response but has since reopened.
Local
5 months ago
CF Hampton Center briefly locked down during nearby police response

All students and staff safe as Ocala Police investigate incident near downtown campus.

The winners of the 2025 Youth Business plan competition received a prize of $4,500.
Education
5 months ago
How youth programs and education are building Ocala’s future

Discover how Ocala is growing its future through young entrepreneurs, business innovation, and higher education partnerships.

The SpongeBob Musical is coming to The Civic!
Entertainment
5 months ago
‘The SpongeBob Musical’ is set to make a splash at The Civic May 1-18

Colorful characters, catchy music, and a message of community bring The SpongeBob Musical to life May 1-18 at Ocala Civic Theatre.

Members of the College of Central Florida baseball team huddle before a game during the final weekend of conference play, Saturday, April 26, 2025, in Ocala, FL.
Sports
5 months ago
Patriots set for playoff rematch against Indian River after late-inning heartbreaker

College of Central Florida looks to bounce back and punch their ticket to the FCSAA State Final Four in Port Charlotte.

MCSO deputies are investigating the scene of the shooting.
Crime & Safety
5 months ago
UPDATE: Deputies identify victim in Belleview shooting

Authorities have identified the victim as 33-year-old Tevin Edward Hargrove.

A Marion County Sheriff's Office helicopter tracks a motorcyclist the morning after he allegedly fled a traffic stop in Ocala, FL, on April 24, 2025.
Crime & Safety
5 months ago
Motorcyclist arrested after fleeing deputy, tracked by MCSO helicopter

Marion County Sheriff’s Office pilots helped locate a man accused of reckless driving and fleeing from a traffic stop.

Old photo of Belleview train station
Local
5 months ago
Belleview celebrates 140 years with family fun, food, and festivities this Saturday

Belleview’s 140th birthday bash at Lake Lillian offers free family fun, live music, tasty food, and a chance to make history with a time capsule.

Misty from Trenton was driving north through Ocala just after this wreck at mile marker 345 happened.
Local
5 months ago
UDPATE: I-75 reopens after semi-truck crosses median, collides with multiple vehicles south of Ocala

Florida Highway Patrol diverted traffic for two hours, say there are no serious injuries.

Little boy putting on his helmet.
Community
5 months ago
Students’ artwork hits the streets as FDOT celebrates safe cycling in Central Florida

New bike lane icons designed by elementary students unveiled during National Bike Month events in Ocala and beyond.

Students learn about the equine industry during the Black Stallion Reading Project event at Ocala Breeders’ Sales in Ocala, FL, on Saturday, April 26, 2025.
Community
5 months ago
Fourth graders dive into Marion County’s horse heritage at Black Stallion reading event

Students and parents experience hands-on lessons about horses, literacy, and career paths at Ocala Breeders’ Sales.

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