Marion County Fire Rescue battles Belleview mobile home fire
Marion County Fire Rescue crews swiftly contained a Belleview mobile home fire Monday morning, preventing it from spreading to nearby homes and trees.
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First day of school brings smiles to South Ocala Elementary | PHOTOS
South Ocala Elementary School welcomed students back for the first day of the 2025–26 school year with bright smiles, new backpacks, and an unmistakable sense of excitement.
Temporary lane closure for Buena Vista Boulevard scheduled for Aug. 13
A pavement preservation treatment of a roadway in south Marion to extend the life of the roadway surface will begin Aug. 13,
Deputies make multiple arrests in assault, vandalism and burglary cases
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office reported several arrests this week tied to separate cases of battery, fleeing law enforcement, attempted burglary and property damage.
Mortgage rates fall to 10‑month low, offering relief for Ocala buyers
Ocala homebuyers just got a break. Mortgage rates dropped to 6.57%—the lowest in 10 months—saving buyers up to $81 a month compared to rates earlier this year. With more homes for sale than buyers, now may be the perfect time to negotiate a deal before the market shifts again.
Tree removal along CR 103 in Oxford to close road during daytime hours for safety improvements
OXFORD, FL (352today.com) – The Sumter County Board of County Commissioners has approved the removal of trees along County Road (CR) […]
A heatwave scorches parts of Europe and fans wildfire threat in France
A heat wave gripped parts of Europe on Monday, sending temperatures up to 43 degrees Celsius (109.4 Fahrenheit) in southern France and increasing risks of wildfires in wine country, while Bulgaria suffered blazes along its southern borders and Hungary saw record-breaking weekend temperatures.
Paramount will become the new home to all UFC events in the US under 7-year deal with TKO Group
Paramount will become the new home to all Ultimate Fighting Championship events in the U.S. under a seven-year agreement with TKO Group announced on Monday.
‘Weapons’ horror film scores a box office victory
It’s August, and horror and humor came to play. In a month that’s long been known to let edgier movies thrive, Zach Cregger’s highly anticipated horror film “Weapons” did not disappoint, topping the box office during its debut weekend with $42.5 million domestically from 3,202 theaters. It made $70 million internationally.
Man charged with second degree murder in shooting death of woman in Homosassa Springs
A man shot is being charged with second degree murder after a woman was found shot and dead in a dwelling in Homosassa Springs.