×

Latest News


Close-up of a railroad crossing sign with a fast-moving blue and yellow locomotive blurred in the background.
Local
17 minutes ago
Sumter County Announces Closure Along C 462 in Wildwood for Railroad Maintenance

The closure and detour, near the Duke Energy Plant in Wildwood on Monday, April 20.

donald eugene fields ii fbi fugitive lady lake florida
Crime & Safety
23 hours ago
FBI Most Wanted Fugitive Caught in Lady Lake in 2025 Admits to Child Sex Trafficking

The Ten Most Wanted fugitive, Donald Eugene Fields II, was apprehended in Lady Lake during a traffic stop in January 2025.

A farm in the background is separated by rows. In the foreground is white text reading, "Community Day." Under that text is a wooden sign graphic with white text above it reading, "Saturday, April 18. 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. UF/IFAS NFREC-SV. 122W Main St, Live Oak.
Community
1 day ago
UF/IFAS Hosts Community Day this Weekend in Live Oak

The UF/IFAS NFREC-SV is hosting a community day Saturday for locals to come to the farm and learn about the research and impact of the center.

Simona Fatu was originally arrested on charges related to animal neglect in early 2025.
Crime & Safety
2 days ago
Former Levy County Dog Breeder Sentenced in Animal Neglect Case

Simona Fatu was originally arrested on charges related to animal neglect in early 2025.

Marion County Public Schools sign displaying logo and motto, "Helping Every Student Succeed," against a clear blue sky.
Community
2 days ago
Family Liaison Layoffs Discussed at Marion County Public School Board Meeting

There were 35 non-instructional employees laid off by the Marion County Public School District. Several people came to speak before the school board on the issue at the April 14, 2026, meeting.

A job seeker shakes hands with a recruiter across a table at a hiring event.
Jobs
2 days ago
Better Together, Ocala Church to Host Nationwide Days of Second Chances Job Fair

Job seekers facing barriers to employment will have the opportunity to meet hiring employers, receive job coaching and potentially secure on-the-spot job offers during a Nationwide Days of Second Chances job fair on April 23.

A colored image of a gavel on a wooden table.
Features
2 days ago
Abandoned Williston Hospital Fails to Draw Bidders at Tax Deed Auction

A long-vacant Williston hospital failed to attract any bidders at auction, leaving its future uncertain after years of financial and legal troubles.

huddy's escape room ocala gainesville team building
Ask The Expert
2 days ago
Just What Is an Escape Room? Why Huddy’s Escape Is So Popular in Ocala and Gainesville

Escape rooms like Huddy’s Escape in Ocala and Gainesville are an excellent way to hone cooperative and team-building skills while having a great time.

What's Happening