2026 Kentucky Derby Connections Run Deep in Marion and Levy Counties
North Central Florida connections are prominent in the 152nd edition of the Kentucky Derby, the first jewel in the thoroughbred racing’s Triple Crown.
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Intersection Improvements Begin at U.S. HWY 301 and C472 in Sumter County
The roadwork beginning today in Sumter County at U.S. HWY 301 and CR 472 will occur in phases to minimize traffic disruption.
Motorcyclist Killed in Collision with Semi in Marion Oaks early Tuesday Morning
The motorcyclist was traveling “at a high rate of speed” when he hit a tractor-trailer turning into the roadway.
President Trump to Visit The Villages on Friday: Here’s What We Know
Not much is known beyond where and when the president will speak in The Villages on Friday.
Thunder breeze through the first round for a 3rd straight year and brace for tougher games ahead
Oklahoma City’s first-round dominance in the NBA playoffs continues. The road should get at least a little tougher in the coming weeks — but there’s little doubt the defending champions are well-equipped to defend their title.
Man pleads guilty to plotting attack on a Taylor Swift concert in Vienna
A man accused of pledging allegiance to the Islamic State group and plotting to attack one of superstar singer Taylor Swift’s concerts in Vienna nearly two years ago pleaded guilty as his trial began on Tuesday, his lawyer said.
Pine Meadows Conservation Area in Eustis Closed after Alligator Attacks Cow
This is the second time in recent days that a gator has attempted to pull a large farm animal into the water.
Paige Bueckers says it’s all business with Azzi Fudd as they try to win with the Dallas Wings
Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers said her relationship with teammate and fellow No. 1 overall pick Azzi Fudd will have no effect on what they do on the court as they try to turn around a franchise with a long history of losing.
Michael Jackson streams skyrocket after ‘Michael’ biopic opening weekend, up 95% in the US
Michael Jackson once sang “Don’t Stop ‘Til You Get Enough.” For fans of the King of Pop’s music, it’s words to live by: Streams of his catalog jumped 95% in the U.S. over the weekend when compared with the same dates the previous weekend.
Man charged with attempted assassination of Trump in White House correspondents’ dinner shooting
The man who authorities say tried to storm the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner with guns and knives was charged Monday with the attempted assassination of President Donald Trump as federal authorities suggested an attack that disrupted one of Washington’s glitziest events had been planned for at least several weeks.