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Ocala high schools participate in St. Patrick’s Day Parade in NYC

Students from two local high schools were selected to participate in this year's New York City Saint Patrick's Day Parade, which drew an estimated crowd of over two million people. 

Bat-wielding man threatens neighbors in Dunnellon community

A Dunnellon man who accused his neighbors of peering into his home was arrested over the weekend after he allegedly threatened to harm them with a baseball bat.

Bomb testing in Ocala National Forest continues this week

The U.S. Navy will continue conducting live and inert bomb testing in the Ocala National Forest this week. 

Lane closures on I-75 this week for digital sign installation

Partial lane closures along Interstate 75 will be in place on select nights over the coming week as crews install digital signs. 

Popeyes opening new location in Ocala

Popeyes has announced plans to open a new location in Ocala within one of the most well-trafficked facilities in the city. 

Are there more bobcats in Marion County?

Multiple reader-submitted photos of bobcats in Marion County have us wondering if there are more bobcats in the area.

Best St. Patrick’s Day spots in Ocala

From corned beef and cabbage, to green beer specials, multiple establishments across the city are "going green" to celebrate St. Patrick's Day on Sunday.

Dog missing since 2021 reunited with family in Marion County

A dog that went missing nearly three years ago was reunited with his owners in Marion County this week after local officials were able to scan his microchip. 

Ramp closures at I-75 interchanges in Ocala start Sunday

A series of nightly ramp closures at Interstate 75 interchanges in Ocala begins Sunday and continues for eleven days. 

New apartment-style hotel opens in west Ocala

A new apartment-style hotel that features 76 rooms with full-size kitchens, appliances, and dedicated living rooms, has opened its doors in west Ocala.

Marion man throws elderly woman to ground, slams her head into vehicle during argument, deputies say

A 65-year-old Fort McCoy man is behind bars after an elderly woman accused him of throwing her to the ground and repeatedly slamming her head into the frame of a vehicle during an argument that turned physical.

Big Banana Car giving rides in Ocala area this weekend

The world's "only motorized banana" will be in the Ocala area for the weekend, offering photos and rides to residents in exchange for donations.

Missing 15-year-old last seen in Dunnellon

Law enforcement authorities are asking for the public's help to find a missing 15-year-old girl who was last seen in Dunnellon on Thursday evening.

VIDEO: Trucker who fired shots on I-75 during road rage incident pleads ‘not guilty’

A truck driver who was seen on video firing shots at another semi-truck during a road rage dispute on Interstate 75 has pled not guilty to several felony charges in the case.

This Ocala mom’s soap-making videos are drawing millions of views.

A mother who started a handmade soap business out of her home in the Ocala National Forest has been generating millions of views on her intricate soap-making videos, which have garnered her over 300,000 social media followers. 

Withlacoochee Bluegrass Festival continues through Saturday

The Withlacoochee Bluegrass Festival will continue on Friday and Saturday with multiple scheduled performing acts through across both days. 

Ocala Breeders’ Sale: $66.5 million from 447 horses over 3-day event

Around 447 horses were sold for $66.5 million in this week's three-day sale at Ocala Breeders' Sales Company, including one horse that sold for $1.8 million. 

Marion County has the 9th highest migration rate in the country

Out of 3,144 counties in the United States, Marion County had the ninth-highest net domestic migration last year, adding over 15,000 residents at a rate over ten times higher than the national average.

Leon Timbo kicking off Levitt AMP Music Series in Ocala

The Levitt AMP Music Series will return to Ocala's Webb Field for a multi-month run beginning this week. 

City hosting senior services fair at CF

The City of Ocala Recreation and Parks Department will host its annual Parade of Senior Services Information Fair tomorrow at the College of Central Florida’s Klein Conference Center.

1,000 Family Dollar, Dollar Tree locations closing

Although the company that operates Family Dollar and Dollar Tree says it will close 1,000 locations across the United States beginning this year, no specific locations have been named yet. 

Runaway teen last seen in Dunnellon

Law enforcement authorities are asking for help from the public to find a missing 15-year-old girl who was last seen in Dunnellon on Tuesday.

Man steals generator from Ocala construction site

A 23-year-old Ocala man is facing a felony grand theft charge after a construction company accused him of stealing a generator.

Low-flying aircraft warning in Marion County

County officials issued a low-flying aircraft warning that will impact the Carney Island and Lake Weir areas over the next couple days.