Ocala approves phased utility rate increases for homes and businesses through 2029
Residential bills to rise by $4.33 per month in 2026; commercial users face gradual adjustments as city aims to close cost gaps and plan for future growth.
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Overnight road closures on S.R. 19 in Eustis set for June 23–24, FDOT announces
Northbound S.R. 19 to close in phases for traffic signal work; nightly detours in place from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m.
Free GED tutoring now offered in Dunnellon through Souls Harbor and Marion Literacy Council
Weekly Monday night sessions help local adults take the next step toward earning their diploma.
Discover the joy of music at Ocala Symphony’s hands-on summer camp
OCALA, FL (352today.com) – The Ocala Symphony Community Music Conservatory will be hosting their annual summer camp next month, “Meet […]
Elderly driver killed in Ocala crash at SR 40 and SW 113th Circle
Florida Highway Patrol says 81-year-old Ocala man died after turning into the path of an oncoming pickup truck; investigation is ongoing.
Florida to pursue death penalty in child rape case for first time under new law
Putnam County prosecution marks historic use of expanded capital punishment in non-homicide case.
New broadband expansion brings high-speed internet to rural Marion County
U.S. Rep. Kat Cammack, Spectrum announce thousands of new connections and major community donations to boost access and opportunity in underserved areas.
False active shooter report prompts large police response at AdventHealth Ocala hospital
Ocala police say AdventHealth was never under threat after 911 call linked to unfounded Gainesville hospital incident.
Cubs legend Sammy Sosa returns to Wrigley Field after 20-plus-year hiatus
Legendary Cubs slugger Sammy Sosa returned to Wrigley Field for the first time in more than 20 years on Friday before Chicago’s afternoon game with the Seattle Mariners.
Keke Palmer’s ‘Just Keke’ album channels public relationship drama into reclamation
A sheer dress silhouetting a black body suit, Usher’s signature crowd interaction and a tweet from her child’s father: that concoction created a nearly two-week social media frenzy starring Keke Palmer back in 2023. Now, the multi-hyphenate creative has channeled that experience into her new album, “Just Keke.”