More Charges for Accused Marion Rapist After Third Victim Comes Forward
An additional victim comes forward after seeing a social media post about a man who had been charged with multiple rapes.
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Marion County School Board Hears Update on Internal Audit from Outside Consultant
An audit firm presented the Marion County Public School Board with an update in a number of areas including planning, design and construction.
Democrats keep 2024 election review under wraps, saying a public rehash won’t help them win in 2026
The Democratic National Committee head has decided not to publish a formal assessment of the party’s defeat that returned Donald Trump to power and gave Republicans complete control in Washington.
Romanian court sentences US rapper Wiz Khalifa to 9 months for drug possession
American rapper Wiz Khalifa was sentenced by a court in Romania on Thursday to nine months in jail for drug possession, more than a year after he took part in a music festival in the Eastern European country.
Tarik Skubal joins Paul Skenes on US World Baseball Classic pitching staff
Two-time AL Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal of the Detroit Tigers has agreed to pitch for the United States in the World Baseball Classic, joining a pitching staff that includes reigning NL Cy Young winner Paul Skenes of the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Timberwolves formalize a reunion with Kevin Garnett, with a plan to finally retire his No. 21 jersey
Kevin Garnett will finally have his No. 21 formally retired by the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Timberwolves announced on Thursday they’ve hired the Hall of Fame member and franchise icon as a team ambassador, with a plan to honor Garnett in a jersey-raising ceremony at Target Center on a future date.
Tennessee governor pardons country star Jelly Roll, who has sought redemption from criminal past
Tennessee’s governor pardoned country star Jelly Roll on Thursday for his criminal past in the state, acknowledging the Nashville native’s long road back from drugs and prison through soul-searching, songwriting and advocacy for second chances.
352 WEEKEND WEATHER DEC. 19-21: That 70s Show
Another mild and beautiful “winter” weekend is on tap for Ocala, Marion County and the surrounding areas.
352 WEEKEND TOP PICKS DEC. 19-21: Unique Holiday Crafts and Events
Festive Christmas celebrations are filling this weekend for jolly holiday cheer.
College of Central Florida’s Webber Gallery to Host ‘Manifest’ Exhibition Starting in Jan.
Two visual artists (and longtime friends) from Georgia will be displaying their works at Ocala’s Webber Gallery Jan. 7-March 5, 2026.