Bills running back James Cook ends contract standoff by agreeing to a four-year deal
Bills running back James Cook has ended his contract standoff by signing a four-year deal, Buffalo general manager Brandon Beane said Wednesday.
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VHVUSA Marion County steps up outreach efforts
U.S. Army veteran Myles McConico has been named Director of Community Engagement and Outreach for Veterans Helping Veterans USA (VHVUSA). He will lead efforts to expand the organization’s visibility and connect local veterans with critical resources. With 40,000 veterans living in Marion County, McConico is focused on spreading the word about VHVUSA’s free programs, including food, housing, counseling, and employment assistance.
Mira Sorvino to star as Roxie Hart in ‘Chicago’ on Broadway
Mira Sorvino is about to cross off something else on her bucket list. The Academy Award winner will make her Broadway debut this fall in “Chicago,” playing the spotlight-seeking Roxie Hart from Sept. 15-Nov. 2 at the Ambassador Theatre.
Outdoor fun turns wild: BB guns, alligators, and giveaways headline Ocala’s 7th Annual North Central Florida Outdoor Expo
Ocala’s biggest indoor outdoor showcase returns August 16 at the World Equestrian Center’s Expo Center 2, promising BB guns, gators, archery, and family-friendly giveaways in a safely air-conditioned setting.
At the heart of innovation, HCA Florida Ocala Hospital joins global clinical trial to treat heart disease
HCA Florida Ocala Hospital has been selected to participate in a groundbreaking clinical trial to assess the safety and effectiveness of a next-generation heart valve implant.
Step back in time: 12 historic places in Ocala you don’t want to miss
Ocala’s history isn’t confined to museums. From a reconstructed frontier fort to a hidden spring just off a busy road, here are 10 sites that reveal the city’s past — and a few that even longtime locals might have missed.
Lake County releases growth survey results
The results of Lake County’s online growth survey were presented Aug. 12, 2025, at the Lake County Board of County Commissioners meeting.
City of Wildwood and You Thrive Senior Services offer meals and activities for seniors in Sumter
The City of Wildwood and Thrive Senior Services are combining their efforts and are offering a program providing Sumter County residents 60 years and older wit free meals and recreational activities.
New Funding Programs Support Ocala/Marion County’s Tourism Economy
Ocala/Marion County Visitors and Convention Bureau has introduced new tourism funding programs to attract visitors and drive economic growth. Support is available for events, cultural enhancements, meetings, and bid fees that promote the county as a premier Florida destination. Eligible applicants can apply for resources to boost tourism impact.
ALACHUA COUNTY NEWS: Resurfacing of 53rd Avenue Begins Aug 17
Alachua County Public Works will begin Phase 1 of the Northeast/Northwest 53rd Avenue resurfacing project on August 17, 2025, with nighttime lane closures from U.S. 441 to North Main Street. The $7.6 million project, led by Watson Construction, includes resurfacing 3.8 miles of roadway, adding a new left-turn lane at NE 15th Street, and extending the Waldo Road turn lane. Detours will be in place Sunday through Thursday nights until November, and drivers are urged to plan for delays and follow posted routes.