Spruce Creek Station #30 is one of Marion County’s busiest fire stations, answering nearly 9,000 calls last year while covering 16 square miles and supporting surrounding communities.
A man who committed a robbery in Summerfield had his appeal denied and will spend his life in prison.
Marion County Fire Rescue (MCFR) has been selected as one of just 80 departments nationwide to participate in a national field assessment of the Qwake C-THRU Helmet Mounted System. The groundbreaking technology, developed in collaboration with the Department of Homeland Security Science and Technology Directorate, is designed to give firefighters enhanced visibility and situational awareness in smoke-filled, low-visibility environments.
Organizers of the Brick City Beer and Wine Festival presented $160,000 in proceeds to three local nonprofits during a check presentation held August 20 at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala.
Gregory Blackmon, 36, Ocala, was arrested and charged with a felony for aggravated abuse on a child.
The Marion County Litter Task Force awarded Miguel Sanchez the Community Impact Award for his leadership in keeping Marion Oaks clean and beautiful. Miguel founded the Marion Oaks Community Beautification Crew, organizes monthly cleanups, and partners with local schools to involve students in community service.
Ocala braces for a weekend of heat, humidity, and afternoon thunderstorms from Friday through Sunday. Temperatures will remain in the upper 80s, with daily rain and storm chances—so stay weather‑aware.
This weekend in Ocala offers interactive fun for all ages with Barbie-themed glam, thrilling games, rock tributes, a roller derby showdown, and 90s nostalgia events.
The Marion County Veterans Memorial Park has renamed its cross program to “Remember & Honor” to pay tribute to fallen service members. Families can purchase personalized crosses displayed around Memorial Day and Veterans Day each year.
The College of Central Florida’s President Dr. James Henningsen was the featured speaker at the Ocala Metro CEP’s ExCEPtional breakfast, sharing the innovative program’s that has made the higher learning institution one of the best in the nation.
