Belleview man seeking forgiveness of $14,756 lien from 148-day jail stay
A Belleview man who spent a total of 148 days in jail in 2012 and 2015 is asking Marion County officials to forgive a $14,756 incarceration lien that has accrued since then, saying he wants to make amends and clean up his past. Hugh M. Rioch will present his request...
Citrus Springs Man Killed in Two-Vehicle Crash at SW 140th Street and State Road...
OCALA, FL. (352 Today). – A two-vehicle crash at the intersection of SW 140th Street and State Road 200 claimed the life of a male driver from Citrus Springs on this morning at 8:43 a.m., according to the Florida Highway Patrol. Troopers said the collision occurred when a westbound...
54-year-old man killed in Marion County crash, troopers say
MARION COUNTY, Fla. – A 54-year-old man was killed in a two-vehicle crash in Marion County on Saturday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. Troopers said the crash happened at S.R. 200 and SW 140th Street around 8:40 a.m. According to a crash report, an SUV being driven...
Marion man claims surgeon botched hip procedure
A Silver Springs man has filed a lawsuit against an Orthopaedic facility in Ocala, claiming a doctor left him with a “severe femoral perforation” in his left hip after he received replacement surgery. Attorneys representing Kenneth and Michelle Eatman filed the lawsuit against The Orthopaedic Institute and Dr....
8 Scenic Cities In Florida Where Retirees Say Life Moves At The Perfect Pace
Wondering where to find peaceful living in Florida that matches your ideal retirement pace?. These 8 charming cities offer beautiful surroundings and a lifestyle that many retirees call “just right”!. 1. Ocala. Tucked away in central Florida, Ocala feels like a secret that smart retirees have been keeping...
Former mayor of Dunnellon Nathan Whitt dies at 54
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - A former mayor of Dunnellon has died. Nathan Whitt moved to Dunnellon 25 years ago and was mayor from 2012 to 2016. He also opened Rainbow River Canoe and Kayak in 2001 and has operated it ever since. An announcement on legacy.com indicates he died on...
Florida man accused of having stolen car in Limestone County
LIMESTONE COUNTY, Ala. (WAFF) - A Florida man is accused of driving a stolen car all the way to Limestone County. Limestone County deputies said they saw a “suspicious vehicle” on Upper Elkton Road on Tuesday. A check of the license plate found that it was stolen out of Ocala, Florida.
Ocala property owner seeking final decision on 400 additional units
A property owner’s request to annex, change the future land use, and rezone a property in southwest Ocala to build 400 more single-family, townhome, and multi-family units at the site will come before the Ocala City Council for a final vote on Tuesday. The ordinances will be reviewed by...
10 Small Towns In Florida So Affordable, You Can Retire On Just Social Security
Looking for affordable small towns in Florida where your Social Security check can cover retirement?. These 10 charming communities offer budget-friendly living and plenty of Florida sunshine!. 1. Inverness. Nestled in Citrus County, Inverness is a hidden gem for retirees on a budget. The beautiful historic...
2-Year-Old Boy Disappeared from Home. 19 Years Later, Family Is Still Vowing to ‘Get...
It has been nearly 20 years since a 2-year-old boy vanished from his Florida home, but his family and community continue to honor his memory. Trenton Duckett was last seen around 7 p.m. on Aug. 27, 2006, according to a bulletin from the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs). His mother, Melinda...
