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2 weeks ago

Ocala Man Struck, Killed by Train After His Vehicle Became Stuck on Tracks

A 72-yrar-old Ocala man was killed when his car became stuck on train tracks, and the vehicle was struck by an oncoming train.

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2 weeks ago

Port St. Lucie Man Charged with Four Felonies for Crimes Committed in Ocala

Gavin Parker Johnson, 24, was charged with four felonies, including committing domestic battery.

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2 weeks ago

Ocala Student Dies from Injuries After Being Struck by Vehicle

A Forest High School student was struck by a vehicle and died as a result of the injuries she sustained on Oct. 27, 2025.

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2 weeks ago

Heavy Rain Forces Lake County Road Closures

Heavy precipitation has led to multiple road closures in Lake County.

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2 weeks ago

Florida Thoroughbred Breeders and Owners Association Inducts 15 New Members

The Florida Thoroughbred Breeders and Owners inducted 15 new members into its Hall of Fame in a ceremony on Oct. 24, 2025.

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2 weeks ago

Tickets on Sale for Fifth Annual Ocala Food & Wine Festival at World Equestrian Center

The World Equestrian Center in Ocala is preparing for its upcoming Ocala Food & Wine Festival, a three-day event of food-filled festivities.

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2 weeks ago

Marion County Home to Multiple Trunk or Treat Events as Halloween Approaches

Marion County is host to multiple Trunk or Treat events for locals to bring families, friends and kids to safely have fun, collect candy and participate in activities.

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2 weeks ago

Spirited Debate over Sprinkler Change Order Punctuates Ocala City Council Meeting

The Ocala City Councill approved a change order for a sprinkler system in the city's garage no, 2, but the text for the agenda item created some confusion.

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2 weeks ago

WEEKEND TOP PICKS: A Refreshing Mix of Family Fall Fun and Spooky Entertainment

This weekend is host to a variety of events from whodunnits and Boo Bash to haunted hayrides and fairs.

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3 weeks ago

Ocala City Council Approves Transmission of Amendment Request over Rezoning to the State

Ocala City Council unanimously approved a request for a transmittal to the Florida Department of Commerce in relation to a text amendment to the future land use element of the comprehensive plan.

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3 weeks ago

Marion County Commission Unanimously Approves Change to Proposed Subdivision

The Marion County Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved zoning changes for the Martingale subdivision, increasing both residential units and commercial space.

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3 weeks ago

Member of Marion County’s Florida Legislative Delegation Honored by Florida Farm Bureau

The Florida Farm Bureau has recognized Rep. J.J. Grow, whose district includes part of Marion County, as one of its legislators of the year.

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3 weeks ago

Marion County Approves Special Use Permit for Flea Market at Dunnellon American Legion Post

The Marion County Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved a special use permit allowing for an outdoor community flea market and other events at an American Legion Post.

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3 weeks ago

Dunnellon Man Charged with Six Felony Counts over Burglary, Copper Theft

Adam Eugene Davis, 36, of Dunnellon, was arrested on six felony counts on Oct. 16, 2025, by the Marion County Sheriff's Office.

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3 weeks ago

WEEKEND TOP PICKS: Markets, Spooks, Trivia and Horses

This weekend has a mix of seasonal festivities and family events from ghost stories and haunted trails to horse shows and trivia.

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3 weeks ago

Ocala/Marion County Transportation and Planning Org Presents Draft of Plan

Kittleson and Associates presented a draft of the Ocala/Marion County Active Transportation plan at the Ocala/Marion County Transportation and Planning Organization's Technical Advisory Committee Meeting.

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4 weeks ago

Ocala City Manager Touts Prosperity, Adaptability in State of the City Address

Ocala City Manager Pete Lee delivered the State of the City Address on Oct. 15 during the Ocala Metro CEP's ExCEPtional Mornings at the Reilly Arts Center.

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4 weeks ago

Miller’s Ale House Celebrates Ocala Grand Opening with Ribbon Cutting

Miller's Ale House opened a location on SR 200 on Oct. 14 and celebrated the watershed moment with a ribbon cutting.

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4 weeks ago

Leesburg City Commission Denies Developer’s Zoning Requests

The Leesburg City Commission voted to deny GKO Development's request to have property annexed into the municipality and to have the comprehensive plan amended, so they could move forward with a development.

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4 weeks ago

Lady Lake Hosts Spooky Park’s Haunted Trail and a Not Too Scary Halloween Boo Bash

Lady Lake hosts two Halloween events to get the community into the spirit of the season with Spooky Park's Haunted Trail and the Not Too Scary Halloween Boo Bash.

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2 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Kendrick Lamar leads 2026 Grammy nominations, followed by Lady Gaga, Jack Antonoff and Cirkut

Not like us? More like him: Kendrick Lamar leads the 2026 Grammy Award nominations, announced Friday.

3 days ago in Sports

Broncos’ defense shines in 10-7 squeaker over Raiders despite offensive and special teams struggles

The Denver Broncos aren't collecting many style points but as long as they keep racking up more points than their opponents on the scoreboard, they don't care how ugly it looks.

3 days ago in Sports

Ex-NFL star Antonio Brown arrested on attempted murder charge in Miami shooting

Former NFL star Antonio Brown has been arrested on an attempted murder charge stemming from a shooting after a celebrity boxing event in Miami, police confirmed Thursday.

3 days ago in Entertainment

Shaggy recounts his relief mission to Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa and shares how you can help

After the devastating October storm that killed at least 75 people across the northern Caribbean, Shaggy, 57, mobilized relief immediately for Jamaica, shuttling supplies from Miami and hand delivering them to the worst-hit areas.

3 days ago in Lifestyle

Farmers’ Almanac says it will cease publication after 208 years, citing financial challenges

A 208-year-old publication that farmers, gardeners and others keen to predict the weather have relied on for guidance will be publishing for the final time.

3 days ago in Entertainment, Music

The 2026 Grammy Award nominations are about be announced. Here’s what to know

Nominees will be announced during a video livestream on the Grammy website and the Recording Academy's YouTube channel on Friday at 8 a.m. Pacific and 11 a.m. Eastern.

3 days ago in Lifestyle

Peloton recalls nearly 878,000 exercise bikes after several seat posts break

Peloton is recalling nearly 878,000 of its exercise bikes across the U.S. and Canada because the products' seat posts can break during use, posing fall hazards.