Chelsea’s Cole Palmer surprised to share Club World Cup podium spotlight with Donald Trump
Cole Palmer was jumping up and down behind Reece James as the Chelsea captain received the trophy for the Club World Cup, U.S. President Donald Trump to his…
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Nationals take Eli Willits with No. 1 pick in MLB draft, first of record 17 first-round shortstops
The Washington Nationals selected Oklahoma high school shortstop Eli Willits on Sunday night with the No. 1 pick in Major League Baseball’s amateur…
WORKWEEK WEATHER: Rain chances rise as weak Gulf system brings storms to Ocala and Marion County
Forecasters watching low-pressure system moving across Florida with potential for heavy rain and localized flooding midweek.
Ocala Elks Lodge no. 286 known for their charitable work celebrates 130th anniversary
The Ocala Elks Lodge no. 286 celebrated its 130th anniversary, they have been a presence for more than a century in Marion County.
Patrick Mahomes is voted the NFL’s top quarterback by AP writers
Patrick Mahomes still stands on top among NFL quarterbacks.
Andy Reid is voted the NFL’s top head coach by AP writers
Andy Reid remains the standard for NFL coaches.
Ceremony honors Marion County veterans who’ve passed during the past six months
A ceremony was held July 12, 2025, at the Ocala/Marion County Veterans Park to honor Marion County veterans who passed away during the past six months.
Ocala organization rises by lifting others
A community activist founded an organization to combat gun violence, while serving as a role model and mentor.
Competition to remove invasive species reduces threat to state’s ecosystem
A competition promoting the removal of an invasive species that’s a threat to indigenous species and the state’s ecosystem started July 11, 2025.
Gainesville Fire Rescue takes health outreach directly to communities with “Healthy Afternoons”
Gainesville Fire Rescue is bringing health directly to the community this summer with its “Healthy Afternoons with Gainesville Fire Rescue” series. Led by Director of Community Health Initiatives Brandy Stone, the events offer free health screenings, education, and resources at neighborhood locations across the city.