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Leesburg detectives are seeking information regarding a weekend shooting at the Cypress Oaks Apartments in the Sandy Oaks Circle neighborhood. Read more: Leesburg detectives looking for information in shooting of 40-year-old man

Orlando television station WESH 2 is bringing its annual Christmas food drive to DeLuca Toyota in Ocala this week, and all donations will benefit Second Harvest Food Bank. Read more: DeLuca Toyota hosting Christmas food drive this week

A Leesburg woman was arrested late Saturday morning after allegedly attacking her neighbor in a dispute over loud music. Read more: Leesburg  woman allegedly attacks neighbor who complained of loud music 


Congratulations to Ocala resident Joey Mantia for his record-breaking performances during this weekend's World Cup speed skating event held in Salt Lake City. Read more: Ocala resident Joey Mantia sets several records during World Cup speed skating event

A Reddick man was arrested after striking another man in the head with a baseball bat. The victim had just pulled into his driveway on his motorcycle when the attack occurred. Read more: Reddick man attacks victim in driveway with baseball bat

Athletic grass turf fields throughout Ocala are closing for annual maintenance. Ocala Regional Sportsplex, Tuscawilla Park, and Big Sun Youth Soccer Complex are among the facilities affected by this closure. Read more: Athletic grass turf fields throughout Ocala closing for annual maintenance

A deputy spotted a vehicle with an expired tag inside a Dollar General parking lot in Fort McCoy. Two of the vehicle's occupants were later arrested after drug paraphernalia was found. Read more: Two men arrested in Fort McCoy after drug paraphernalia found during traffic stop

Weeks removed from a devastating fire, Ocala Tractor is moving forward with temporary buildings for staff and inventory along with an online parts store. Read more: Ocala Tractor moving forward after devastating fire

The Citywide Sidewalk Improvements project aims to improve over two miles of sidewalks in Ocala, and it will cost the city nearly $51,000. Read more: FDOT looking to improve over two miles of sidewalks in Ocala

A Citra man sustained critical injuries after being involved in a two-vehicle crash on northbound I-75 near mile marker 445. Read more: Citra man critically injured after crash on I-75 near mile marker 445

"The slight uptick in new cases is something we are keeping an eye on, especially since the omicron variant has now been reported in the U.S.," said Mark Lander, Administrator for the Department of Health in Marion County. Read more: Marion County reports small increase in COVID-19 cases

Cantina Tex-Mex & Tequila celebrated the grand opening of its new downtown Ocala restaurant this past week. The restaurant offers dining, carryout, catering, and private rooms perfect for parties. Read more: Cantina Tex-Mex & Tequila celebrates grand opening in downtown Ocala

The Leesburg City Commission is looking at the possibility of offering downtown redevelopment grants to entice developers. Read more: Leesburg officials looking at grants to attract developers downtown

The Belleview Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying the owners of three vehicles that were involved in a recent incident at Cherokee Park (5641 SE 113th Place). Read more: Belleview Police Department asking for public’s help identifying vehicle owners

Marion County Sheriff’s Office is accepting donations to help provide a memorable Christmas experience for at-risk children in the community. Read more: Marion County Sheriff’s Office seeking donations to benefit at-risk children this Christmas

Residents have continued sharing photos of black bears spotted all across Marion County in recent weeks, including sightings in Silver Springs, Fort McCoy, and near the Ocala National Forest. Have you captured photo or video of a bear recently? Share it with us in the comments. Read more: Residents spotted

A 17-year-old is facing felony charges after a car chase in southwest Ocala ended at a busy intersection and the officer found a stolen gun. Read more: Ocala police officer recovers stolen gun from 17-year-old during traffic stop

A new 2022 calendar showcases the beautiful water bodies in Lake County. Read more: 2022 calendar showcases beautiful water bodies in Lake County  

A Leesburg woman was arrested after an alleged attack on a staffer Thursday afternoon at the Hope Recovery Center at the LifeStream Behavioral Center on Tally Road in Leesburg. Read more: Woman arrested after attack in lobby at Leesburg treatment center

Teenagers (ages 14 to 19) can submit applications beginning next week for Ocala Recreation and Parks Department's seasonal employment training courses. Read more: Ocala Recreation and Parks offering seasonal employment training for teenagers

An Ocala man was arrested after an officer observed him throwing a cocaine-filled pill bottle over a fence during a traffic stop. Read more: Ocala man tosses cocaine-filled pill bottle over fence during traffic stop

The county parks and recreation department is hosting its popular 'Kayak and Koffee' event next weekend. Participants will enjoy a scenic ride from Silver Springs State Park to Ray Wayside Park. Read more: Popular ‘Kayak and Koffee’ event returns next weekend

This year's 'Bring the Harvest Home' was a success, bringing in nearly 21,000 pounds of donations. County Commissioner Kathy Bryant said, "This community is one of the most giving I have ever seen." Read more: ‘Bring the Harvest Home’ collects over 20,000 pounds of donations

An Ocala woman allegedly punched and began choking a female victim during a physical altercation. The victim freed herself by stabbing the woman with a pen and biting her finger. Read more: Ocala woman allegedly punches, chokes female victim during altercation

The Ocala Christmas Parade returns next weekend after a year hiatus on account of the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more: Ocala Christmas Parade returns next weekend

A teen was arrested after an alleged attack on administrators at Tavares High School. Read more: Teen arrested after alleged attack on administrators at Tavares High School

A second pedestrian has died at UF Health-Leesburg Hospital after being struck by an automobile. Read more: Second pedestrian in same day dies at UF Health-Leesburg Hospital after being struck by automobile

Ocala Employee Health Clinic is moving one step closer to expansion. The clinic will be adding more exam rooms and redesigning the reception lobby, among other changes. Read more: Ocala Employee Health Clinic moving closer to expansion

An Orlando woman was arrested after a high-speed chase on S Highway 441 ended at the Ocala Drive-In Theatre. Read more: Orlando woman arrested after high-speed chase ends at Ocala Drive-In

"Just make sure you know that when you get that candle, you got it from somebody. I touched it, I prayed over it, and I just want you to enjoy it as much as I enjoyed making it.” Rose Barnes, a local U.S. Marine Corps veteran, discussed her candle business