Road rager sentenced for slashing tire in parking lot in The Villages
A man has been sentenced for slashing a tire in a parking lot in The Villages as the result of a road rage encounter. John Robert Caldwell, 63, of Wildwood, pleaded no contest this past week in Sumter County Court to a charge of criminal mischief. He has been placed on probation for one year and was ordered to...
Work expected to ramp up on new Walmart Neighborhood Market
Work is expected to ramp up soon on the Walmart Neighborhood Market on County Road 466. This past week Town of Lady Lake Growth Management staffers held a pre-construction meeting with the site work contractors for the new Walmart at the corner of County Road 466 and Cherry Lake Road.
Mother claims rescue dog attacked daughter at Ocala venue
A mother says her daughter suffered “grievous personal injuries” and “disfigurement” after she was allegedly bitten in the face multiple times by a rescue dog while the family was visiting the World Equestrian Center in Ocala. Colleen Doreste filed the lawsuit against Cory Taylor on behalf...
This Charming Bakery In Florida Serves Up The Best Chocolate Croissant You’ll Ever Taste
Sometimes the best things in life require a little detective work, and if you’re willing to venture into the heart of Central Florida’s lake country, you’ll discover that Yalaha Bakery is serving up pastries that would make a Parisian weep with joy. Let me paint you a...
Shelter dog of the week: Apollo
Looking for the perfect laid-back, low-maintenance pooch?. Apollo, a middle-aged, mixed breed dog, may be the perfect gentleman for you. He’s known at the shelter for his calm demeanor, soulful eyes, slow tail wags, and desire to chill nearby a human companion. Due to his chill temperament, the shelter...
Driver spending 10 days in jail after traffic stop in The Villages
A driver is spending 10 days in jail after a traffic stop earlier this year in The Villages. Randy Barnes, 51, of Leesburg, was sentenced this past week in Sumter County Court to 10 days in jail after pleading no contest to a charge of driving while license suspended. He was given credit for three days already served.
Man on probation arrested after allegedly tossing a loaded gun toward patrons in a...
Jedrick Jose Hernandez-Rodriguez, 23, of Ocala, was arrested early this morning after allegedly running from an officer who asked him for an ID and throwing a loaded gun toward patrons in a crowded bar. The post Man on probation arrested after allegedly tossing a loaded gun toward patrons in a crowded bar appeared...
Rain expected this morning in Central Florida, with heavy pockets and afternoon storms to...
Rain is expected during the morning hours today, with a few pockets of heavy rain coming as early as 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. This is caused by a front stalling to our north, which will bring more moisture into central Florida. Areas west of Orlando, such as Clermont, The Villages, and Ocala, can all expect the highest rain...
Marion County, FL, popular First Watch restaurant cited for 8 violations: List of violations
The First Watch location at 3411 SW 36th Terrace in Ocala, Marion County, FL, received a warning from state inspectors after tallying eight violations during a routine food safety inspection on August 19, 2025. The Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation found multiple temperature control problems...
A dozen letters from residents sharing opinions about Ocala’s development
Ocala-News.com has received multiple letters this month sharing opinions about the ongoing development in Ocala and Marion County. Here are a dozen of those letters:. “I recently moved to Ocala from Hollywood, Florida. I’m a Florida native, was born in Key West, and have been visiting the Ocala area since the 1980s....
