Bell Woman Dies in Single-Vehicle Accident in Levy County
A 49-year-old Bell woman died after her Jeep turned over multiple times and she was ejected from the vehicle.
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Lake County Invites Community to Help Shape Comprehensive Plan in January Meetings
Lake County is calling for community input to help update its 2050 Comprehensive Plan, with three public meetings scheduled for January 2026.
Marion Commissioners Get Update on Belleview Health Department Project
The Belleview Health Department may be getting a facelift in the near future, increasing its size to keep up with the region’s growth and offer additional services.
Debunked Ocala: Examining Ocala’s Dark Man Legend
Long shared through local folklore, the Dark Man of the Ocala National Forest remains an enduring legend–despite the absence of any verified proof.
Ocala City Council Approves Historic Landmark Where a Young Tom Petty Met Elvis Presley
The Ocala City Council approved an ordinance designating a historical marker celebrating two rock legends.
Ocala’s Office of Homelessness Prevention Makes a Difference in Improving Lives
The city is working toward solutions to prevent homelessness, and making homelessness a brief, rare and non-reoccurring experience for all residents of Marion County.
New Wildwood Arts & Crafts Festival to Debut Jan. 3 & 4, 2026
There’s a new arts ‘n’ crafts fest in the 352, and it’s going down at the Wildwood Community Center the first weekend in 2026.
Marion County Commission Approves Marion County Veterans Hall of Fame
A Marion County Veterans Hall of Fame honoring veterans not only for their military service, but for their involvement in the community, was approved at the Marion County Board of County Commissioners meeting on Dec. 16, 2025.
Marion County Approves Special Use Permit for “Simunition” Training Facility in Citra
A facility in Citra would provide customers with an opportunity to simulate self-defense scenarios, if someone were to break into their home. The Marion County Board of County Commissioners approved the special use permit for the simunition training facility Dec. 15, 2025.
Marion County Approves Permit for Ocklawaha Business to Sell Beer and Wine
The Marion County Commission granted a special use permit with conditions to a business in Ocklawaha.