Duane Chapman, who is best known as “Dog the Bounty Hunter,” has officially relocated to Ocala, becoming the city’s newest celebrity resident.
Ocala Mayor Ben Marciano confirmed Chapman’s residency on Monday, Nov. 9, after hosting the television personality and his wife, Francie Chapman, at his office.
“We’re fortunate that Dog has chosen to make Ocala his new home, and I’m excited to see his enthusiasm for getting involved and making a positive impact in our community,” Marciano shared in a statement following the meeting. “During our visit, I had the opportunity to share some of my priorities for Ocala, and we discussed ways we might collaborate on initiatives that support our residents and strengthen our community.”…