Elderly Ocala homeowner sues builders, installers over garage door spring failure
An elderly Marion County homeowner has filed a lawsuit against a home builder, a garage door manufacturer, and an installation company after a high-tension garage spring allegedly snapped and severely injured his hand. John A. Goulet filed the complaint in the Fifth Judicial Circuit Court of Marion County on May...
Thunderstorms, Heavy Downpours, Rip Currents For Central Florida
ORLANDO, Florida – Warm and humid conditions continue across east Central Florida this Wednesday, May 27, 2026. The National Weather Service in Melbourne forecasts rain and storm chances increasing slightly across the interior this afternoon and evening. The sea breeze collision is expected to occur more eastward than
Homeless man on probation charged with felony shoplifting; security guard said he “popped up”...
Finley Johnson, 50, was arrested on May 6 for possession of drug paraphernalia and has now been charged with felony shoplifting; a Butler Plaza security guard told police that he had "popped up" in the area after Marion County arrest warrants were issued. The post Homeless man on probation charged with felony shoplift
Five must-see historic places in North Central Florida
As Evan Landrum holds his phone’s flashlight under an old Sanborn map, he reveals details of Marion County’s streets and buildings that have long disappeared. His face lights up with childlike wonder. From hours of research to deep knowledge of historical artifacts, few would guess that this work...
Toddler drowns after falling in Central Florida pool, deputies say
MARION COUNTY, Fla. – A 2-year-old boy died after he fell into a pool in Marion County over the weekend, according to the sheriff’s office. In a report, deputies said they responded to the incident along Northwest 18th Place in Dunnellon on Saturday afternoon. Upon arrival, deputies learned...
Ocala woman accused of pushing 2 carts of unpaid merchandise out of Walmart
A 20-year-old Ocala woman was arrested after she allegedly stole over $700 worth of items from a local Walmart during two separate trips in the same afternoon. On Sunday, May 24, Marion County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to the Walmart located at 34 Bahia Avenue in Ocala in reference to a grand theft incident,
$843,829 shoreline repair project begins at Lake Sumter
An $843,829 shoreline repair project has begun at Lake Sumter in The Villages. Residents have probably already begun noticing heavy equipment and fencing going in along the shoreline at Lakeshore Cottages. Water levels in Lake Sumter have fluctuated significantly over time, according to District Government staff. Prolo
Are home prices going up in The Villages in 2026?
Home prices have been a major talking point since the pandemic, when they climbed at a record pace in response to a frenzy of demand. This increase led to a sharp decline in affordability that weighed on buyers and sellers and slowed the housing market to a crawl. Now, the...
Rhythm Fest coming to Ocala this weekend
The City of Ocala will host a free, outdoor music festival this weekend that will feature a collection of funk and soul music groups, as well as bounce houses and outdoor games. The Rhythm Fest will take place on Saturday, May 30, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Webb...
The best breakfast in Florida is hiding miles down a rural backroad, and it’s...
Tucked along a quiet stretch of North Florida Avenue in Dunnellon, Florida, Front Porch Restaurant & Pie Shop is the kind of place that feels like a warm hug the moment you walk in. With over 3,400 five-star reviews and a menu packed with homestyle cooking, this family-run gem has been winning hearts for years.
