High school seniors in caps and gowns wait to graduate.
Education
5 months ago
Nearly 3,000 Marion County seniors set to graduate this spring

Graduation ceremonies begin May 15 and continue through July.

Banners honoring Master Chief Petty Officer Dexter Vance and Senior Chief Petty Officer Donald Kennedy are displayed at the Ocala/Marion County Veterans Memorial Park.
Community
5 months ago
Marion County to launch veterans hall of fame this fall

New ceremony will honor local service members, civilians, and businesses for their lasting impact on the community and nation.

The Santa Fe College clock tower stands at the center of campus in Gainesville, FL, as the sun rises behind it.
Education
5 months ago
Santa Fe College earns national recognition as an “Opportunity College”

New Carnegie classification highlights accessibility and student success.

Visitors enjoy the petting zoo at the Amber Brooke Farms Blueberry Festival.
Entertainment
5 months ago
This weekend in Ocala: Exciting events for April 25–27

From the Big Bloom Home & Garden Show to vintage shopping, comedy, and blueberry picking, here’s your guide to the best events happening in Ocala this weekend.

UF Health Shands Children's Hospital is ranked as the #2 regional hospital in Florida, according to U.S. News.
Health & Wellness
5 months ago
UF Health returns to UnitedHealthcare network May 5

New agreement restores in-network access to hospitals and doctors for UnitedHealthcare members across North Central Florida.

A Spectrum crew member monitors fiber-optic network construction in a residential neighborhood as part of the company’s rural broadband expansion in Marion County.
Business
5 months ago
Spectrum expands high-speed internet access to over 6,700 rural locations in Marion County

New fiber-optic network reaches Summerfield, Citra, and Umatilla as part of national rural expansion.

Ocala Car Audio is located near the intersection of Silver Springs Blvd. and S Pine Ave.
Business
5 months ago
Ocala business owner feels the pinch as tariffs drive up costs on imported goods

Parish Tanner, the Owner of Ocala Car Audio, says the prices of imported goods have skyrocketed, and hopes his business can stay afloat while manufacturing moves back to the U.S.

Runners take off during a community 5K race, with the warm evening sun casting long shadows on the course.
Community
5 months ago
Cogent Bank 5K brings purpose, fun, and fitness to Downtown Ocala on May 3

Evening race aims to inspire wellness, celebrate community spirit, and raise funds for local nonprofits.

Morgyn Stevens delivers a pitch during game two of the CF Patriots’ doubleheader against Seminole State on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, in Sanford, FL.
Sports
5 months ago
Late rally sinks Patriots in extra innings as Santa Fe sweeps doubleheader

Despite early leads in both games, the College of Central Florida softball team couldn’t hold off a powerful Saints offense, falling to 22-28 on the season.

Surveillance footage shows a pickup truck suspected in a hit-and-run crash on April 18 at SR 326 and NE Jacksonville Road in Marion County. Florida Highway Patrol is asking for the public’s help identifying the driver.
Local
5 months ago
FHP investigating hit-and-run crash at SR 326 and NE Jacksonville Road

Florida Highway Patrol asks for public’s help identifying driver who fled scene.

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