Lifestyle
2 days ago in Lifestyle
Want to lower your risk of dementia? It doesn’t involve a blood test
New blood tests that might predict Alzheimer's years before symptoms begin may sound tantalizing for people who worry about later-in-life dementia. But doctors say they aren't quite ready yet — and besides, you don't need a test before trying to lower your risk.
5 days ago in Lifestyle
In an age of instant answers, educators say there’s a case for letting kids struggle a little
When children forget their lunch, can't solve a math problem or don't know how to get somewhere, the instinct for parents can be to step in immediately. But sometimes, the problem is an opportunity.
6 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending
Girl Scouts’ first cookies for dogs will go on sale in January
Man's best friend is getting some love from the Girl Scouts. Girl Scouts of the USA said Tuesday its first cookies for dogs will go on sale in January.
Sports
11 hours ago in Sports, Trending
Lionel Messi added to Argentina’s roster for Oct. 6 friendly that team says will be farewell match
Lionel Messi might have one last dance with Argentina after all. Despite announcing his international retirement, the 39-year-old Inter Miami star was included Tuesday in Lionel Scaloni's 28-man Argentina squad ahead of upcoming home friendlies.
19 hours ago in Sports
Patrick Mahomes shines on his surgically repaired knee in Chiefs’ season-opening rout of Broncos
Patrick Mahomes' surgically repaired left knee felt so good on Monday night that he even ran for a touchdown against the Broncos. Twice.
19 hours ago in Sports
Judge hits first homer since May 24 as Yankees clinch record 61st postseason berth, 9th in 10 years
A few minutes after Aaron Judge's first home run since May, the New York Yankees clinched their record 61st postseason berth and ninth in 10 years.
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14 hours ago in Community, Local
Marion County approves 1,500-foot buffer for smoke, vape and kratom shops
Existing shops are grandfathered, though one speaker said some convenience stores "carry just products of hedonism" and should not get the same exemption.
16 hours ago in Business, Local
Here’s what Spectrum’s acquisition of Cox means for internet and cable customers in the 352
Spectrum's all-stock purchase of Cox was completed last month, and rebranding will be rolling out to former Cox subscribers starting September 16.
2 days ago in Community, Local
Marion County raises property tax rate after one-year COVID-fund cut
Commissioners voted 5-0 to raise the countywide rate to 4.28 mills and set a $1.73 billion tentative budget, with final action set for Sept. 24.
4 days ago in Health & Wellness, Local
Moffitt Cancer Center opens new ‘First Connect’ office in Ocala
The new Ocala office will help connect patients with the appropriate Moffitt specialists more quickly and conveniently, helping ease the stress between diagnosis and treatment.
5 days ago in Community, Local
Marion County sets hearing on Monday for new smoke and vape shops near schools, churches
The ordinance names e-cigarettes, kratom and kratom products, allowing existing shops to remain while barring new ones from opening within 1,500 feet of a school, daycare, church or park.
5 days ago in Community, Local
Sumter County to begin livestreaming county commission meetings
Residents can now watch Sumter County Board of County Commissioners meetings live in real time.
5 days ago in Community, Entertainment, Local
352 WEEKEND EVENT TOP PICKS SEPT. 11-13: 9/11 Remembrance, Comedy and Outdoor Fun
Enjoy a variety of high-energy events around North Central Florida this weekend, including a comedy musical and a roller derby scrimmage.
6 days ago in Community, Local
Public Parking Garage No. 2 now open for use in downtown Ocala
The long-in-progress facility opened between Broadway and Fort King on Tuesday.
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11 hours ago in Sports, Trending
Lionel Messi added to Argentina’s roster for Oct. 6 friendly that team says will be farewell match
Lionel Messi might have one last dance with Argentina after all. Despite announcing his international retirement, the 39-year-old Inter Miami star was included Tuesday in Lionel Scaloni's 28-man Argentina squad ahead of upcoming home friendlies.
19 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending
‘Widow’s Bay’ breaks Emmys record with 14 wins including best comedy series, ‘Pitt’ wins best drama
A "Widow's Bay" wave slammed into the Emmy Awards on Monday night as the Apple TV show set a single-season record for a comedy with 14 wins, including best comedy series and best actor for star Matthew Rhys, who personally took home three trophies.
19 hours ago in Entertainment
Bob Mackie, designer to the stars who dressed Cher and Marilyn and defined ’70s glamour, dies at 87
Bob Mackie, the fashion designer whose visually provocative Hollywood style defined glamour for the 1970s — including putting Carol Burnett in some of her kookiest getups and Cher in her raciest ones — died Monday. He was 87.
19 hours ago in Sports
Patrick Mahomes shines on his surgically repaired knee in Chiefs’ season-opening rout of Broncos
Patrick Mahomes' surgically repaired left knee felt so good on Monday night that he even ran for a touchdown against the Broncos. Twice.
19 hours ago in Sports
Judge hits first homer since May 24 as Yankees clinch record 61st postseason berth, 9th in 10 years
A few minutes after Aaron Judge's first home run since May, the New York Yankees clinched their record 61st postseason berth and ninth in 10 years.