Families in motels: The hidden struggles of Marion County’s homeless students
As the number of homeless students rises, Marion County schools face mounting challenges with transportation, attendance, and limited funding.
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Ocala Firefighters help rescue flightless owl from a transformer station
OFR says the owl was freed from the fenced area of the transformer station and reunited with its mother in the nearby wilderness.
Florida gas prices dip after another week of fluctuations
Oil prices hit lowest point since 2021; Ocala drivers find relief under $3/gallon.
Are you really covered? Angie Lewis shares essential insurance tips for hurricane season
From flood risks to auto protection, local State Farm agent Angie Lewis explains what every Florida resident should know before the storms roll in.
From Ocala to Stagecoach: Rashad Jones brings Big Lee’s BBQ to country music’s biggest stage
The Lake Weir High grad and Big Lee’s pitmaster shares how a surprise visit from Guy Fieri led to a life-changing invite to California’s iconic country music festival.
Patriots dominate game one behind hot bats, strong outing from Jung
CF one win away from Region 8 Final Four after 13-4 victory over Indian River.
ICYMI: Art, music, and movement light up downtown Ocala at First Friday Art Walk | PHOTOS
First Friday Art Walk featured the debut of “Melodic Metamorphosis,” local performers, student dancers, and award-winning works.
Sharing the road: AAA urges bike safety during National Bike Month
With injuries and deaths on the rise, AAA offers safety tips to help cyclists and drivers stay alert, visible, and respectful this May
Update: Evacuation order lifted for Silver Springs Fire
Residents allowed to return home as fire crews remain on scene; roads reopened but caution still urged along SE Hwy 314.
Suspect arrested after road rage, gunfire, and two chases in Marion County
MCSO says Charlie Daniels Jr. threatened victims, shot at a vehicle, and fled deputies twice before surrendering near I-75.