DUI suspect and companion arrested after traffic stop in The Villages
A drunk driving suspect and her male companion were arrested after a traffic stop in The Villages. Heather Christina Clark, 52, of Lady Lake, was driving a tan Chevy pickup at about 11 p.m. Tuesday on Chula Vista Avenue in the Village of La Zamora when an officer noticed a suspicious white light emitting from the rear of the vehicle, according to an arrest...
Belleview High junior becomes first Grand Award Ying Scholar in Marion County history
A junior at Belleview High School has made history in Marion County, becoming the first student in the district ever named a Grand Award Ying Scholar. Briana Stephens received the prestigious distinction at the 71st Florida State Science and Engineering Fair, making her one of only eight students statewide to earn the honor.
Ocala Planning and Zoning Commission Approves Recommendation Request for Vision 2050 Plan
OCALA, FL (352today.com) – The City of Ocala’s Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing Monday, April 13, 2026, for the consideration of the city’s Vision 2050 draft. The commission unanimously approved the recommendation request for Ocala Vision 2050 to the city council, by a 5-0...
Top two horses sell for over $4 million during first half of Ocala Breeders’...
The Ocala Breeders’ Sales Company’s April event has already generated over $50 million in sales, including two top horses that were sold for over $4 million total. With the first two days in the books at the Ocala Breeders’ Sales Spring 2-Year-Olds in Training Sale, records maintained by OBS show that over 300 horses have been sold for a whopping $50,805,000.
Bogus $100 bills turn up at Magnolia Plaza in The Villages
Bogus $100 bill that turned up at a busy shopping plaza in The Villages have been traced to a suspect who has been apprehended. Joshua Alan Wilson, 41, walked into 7-Eleven at Magnolia Plaza in The Villages around 12:20 a.m., Feb. 17, according to a warrant affidavit from the Wildwood Police Department. He paid for a $17.16 transaction with a counterfeit $100...
Walmart buys long-leased location in southwest Ocala for $5.28 million
Walmart just acquired a multi-acre property in Ocala that currently houses one of their locations, after a decade of leasing the site to free up real estate assets. Wal Mart Real Estate Business Trust purchased the Walmart Neighborhood Market located at 7855 SW Highway 200 from Ocala NNN LLC for $5,279,967 on April 13. The grocery store is situated within the Shoppes @ Ocala...
Hooters Ocala to close after decade of operations
After 10 years, Hooters is set to close its Ocala location on April 19. "This decision has been made as part of our current efforts to focus, revitalize and strengthen the Original Hooters brand across America," reads a statement from Hooters Ocala management and staff. "We are sincerely grateful to our guests, team members and community partners for their continued support and loyalty throughout...
Crews extinguish travel trailer fire in Lochloosa area
Early this morning, fire crews extinguished a fire that engulfed a 24-foot travel trailer in the Lochloosa area of southeastern Alachua County. The post Crews extinguish travel trailer fire in Lochloosa area appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .
🤝 Multiple Community & Social Service Jobs in Marion County, FL
Marion County has some great openings this month for folks who love helping others. Whether you enjoy working with kids, seniors, or families, there’s something here for you.
$2.3-Million Jackie’s Warrior Filly on Top as Double-Digit Gains Continue at OBS
A filly from the first crop of Jackie's Warrior became the second highest-priced juvenile to ever sell at the Ocala Breeders' Sales Company's Spring 2-Year-Olds in Training Sale when she brought a final bid of $2.3 million and the four-day auction reached its halfway point Wednesday with double-digit gains over its 2025 renewal.
