Citra church fire destroys historic building as firefighters battle early morning blaze
More than two dozen firefighters responded to the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church fire; investigation into cause is underway.
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UPDATE: Barricaded suspect shot and killed by deputies near UF campus, officials say
Suspect fired additional shots at law enforcement during standoff; no injuries to deputies or civilians reported.
Now hiring: North Central Florida Media seeks digital coordinator to drive creative campaigns
This Ocala-based role blends design, organization, and digital strategy – ideal for multitaskers with a creative eye and marketing know-how.
Extreme heat warning issued for Ocala as heat index could reach 115 degrees
Near record temperatures and dangerous humidity levels prompt weather alerts across North Central Florida.
Belleview hosts first Community Resource and Conservation Fair on World Nature Conservation Day
More than 30 organizations gathered to share wellness, education, and sustainability resources with residents at the Belleview Community Center.
HCA Florida to open new freestanding ER along SR 200 to serve west Marion growth
The $15M, 11,000-square-foot facility will offer full-service emergency care, expanding access for On Top of the World and nearby communities.
Online sting to protect children: 15 arrested in Ocala operation
Police say suspects believed they were meeting minors after engaging in explicit online conversations with undercover officers.
Two Marion County drivers arrested after separate traffic stop confrontations
One suspect fled the scene; another assaulted a deputy before being taken into custody, according to MCSO.
“Keanu Reeves” romance scam dupes victims out of $160K — including Marion County woman
AI-powered con used mobile games and fake video chats to trick women into sending money to a scammer posing as the Hollywood star.
Defunct Ocala: Tommy Bartlett’s Deer Ranch offered roadside charm before Florida’s theme park boom
Long before mega-parks took over, this petting zoo near Silver Springs gave travelers a gentle wildlife experience, now only remembered in photos and postcards.