16 arrested in ‘Catch a Con’ online predator sting
A multi-agency law enforcement operation targeting online predators resulted in 16 arrests in Central Florida last month. Osceola County Internet Crimes Against Children unit conducted ‘Operation Catch a Con’ between March 18th and 21st. Of the 16 men taken into custody, 15 traveled to locations expecting to meet a...
A Small-Town Florida Restaurant Where The Steaks Are Hard To Put Into Words
Florida does not usually lead you to places like this, and that is exactly what makes it unforgettable. It is the kind of restaurant you hear about from someone who swears it is worth the drive, a place you almost do not believe exists until you see it for yourself. The road there feels quieter, slower, like you are...
Lawnmower operator dead after being struck by pickup truck in Florida
FLORIDA — A man riding a lawnmower was killed and a pickup truck driver was hospitalized following a crash in Marion County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. Troopers said the crash occurred Monday along Northwest 118th Street Road. According to investigators, a Ford F-150 was traveling southbound when the...
🚌 Multiple Marion County Transportation Jobs Paying Up to $3,500 Weekly
Marion County’s transportation scene is buzzing with new openings for drivers and logistics pros. Whether you’re looking to get behind the wheel or manage operations, there’s something solid here for you.
Vicki’s Rescue Ranch hires attorney following mini-horse theft allegations
Vicki’s Rescue Ranch, the animal rescue accused of taking a Mandarin couple’s miniature horses after a house fire, has hired an attorney.
Marion County, FL, Golden Spoon Diner cited for 12 violations; meets standards during follow-up
Goldens Spoon Diner, located at 5400 SW College Rd., Suite 101, was cited for a dozen violations during a March 30 routine food inspection, including multiple issues involving food safety temperatures and expired items, according to state records.
This Enormous Florida Antique Store Is So Big, You’ll Lose Track of Time
Tucked just off Interstate 75 in Reddick, Florida, The Antique Emporium is the kind of place that makes you forget you had anywhere else to be. Spread across two massive floors inside a big red barn-style building, this store is home to over 70 vendors selling everything from vintage jewelry to period furniture.
Meth-Fueled Crash That Killed Florida Grandmother Ends In Conviction
Justin Cobb (SAO5) MARION COUNTY, Fla. – A Marion County jury reached a swift decision...
This 46-Mile Paved Trail In Florida Winds Through Small Towns And Old Cattle Country
It starts as a quiet ride, the kind where the only sound is your wheels gliding over smooth pavement and the occasional breeze moving through the trees. Then, almost without warning, the landscape begins to change. Small towns appear along the way, old cattle ranches stretch out in the distance, and suddenly it feels...
Florida Man Allegedly Fired Rifle At Passing Motorists
A Florida man is facing charges for allegedly firing a gun toward passing motorists and a neighboring property over the weekend, authorities said. The Marion County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) said deputies responded at around 6:45 p.m. Sunday to the 18700 block of NW 53rd Court Road in Orange Lake for a report of...
