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Features
14 hours ago
Going Batty for Conservation: Lubee Bat Conservancy’s Mission in Gainesville

Lubee Bat Conservancy in Gainesville combines conservation, creativity and community outreach to give bats a second chance.

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Education
20 hours ago
Marion School Board Presented with FDLRS Update at Work Session

The Marion County Public School Board was provided with an update on the Florida Diagnostic Learning Resources System at their Jan. 8, 2026, meeting.

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Crime & Safety
22 hours ago
Williston 15-Year-Old Arrested for Home Invasion

A Williston juvenile was arrested for Home Invasion and other charges.

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Weather Updates
2 days ago
352 WEEKEND WEATHER JAN. 9-11: A Bit of Everything

Warm days and potentially rainy nights might be coming to the 352 this weekend, according to the National Weather Service.

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Local
2 days ago
Ocala City Council Approves Location Permit and Zoning Change

The Ocala City Council was busy at their Jan. 6, 2026, meeting listening to several public hearings, and voting on two of them.

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2 days ago
Why Albelo’s Sub Shop Is a Go-To for Fresh, Made-to-Order Sandwiches in Ocala

From classic subs to bold, flavor-packed favorites, Albelo’s Sub Shop in Ocala delivers fresh, made-to-order sandwiches that keep locals coming back—and now there’s a deal that makes it even more appealing.

Local
2 days ago
Lane Closures to Occur Along SW 19th Ave. Road in Ocala Starting This Weekend

A road resurfacing project will necessitate lane closures along SW 19th Ave. Road in Ocala beginning this Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026.

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Crime & Safety
2 days ago
Arrest Made In Homicide Investigation

An arrest was made by the Ocala Police Department in a homicide investigation that saw a 64-year-old Ocala man lose his life on the afternoon of Jan. 7, 2026.

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