09/23/2019
09/23/2019
Local News for Ocala, Florida
09/23/2019
09/23/2019
WCJB TV20 News: HOMECOMING ESCORT | After …
HOMECOMING ESCORT | After the death of an Ocala police officer, his family in uniform stepped in to escort his daughter to homecoming. Read the rest of the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
09/22/2019
DJJ says ‘It’s No Joke’ to make school threats
Department of Juvenile Justice launches app in hopes to reduce the number of Florida students making threats that disrupt schools. Read the rest of the article on ocala.com READ MORE.
09/22/2019
Dead driver at fault in summer crash
Ocala police officials said a two-vehicle traffic crash in the summer that claimed the life of a woman was her fault and have concluded their investigation. Read the rest of the article on ocala.com READ MORE.
09/22/2019
Mostly sunny week ahead
The National Weather Service predicts mostly sunshine throughout most of this week. Read the rest of the article on ocala.com READ MORE.
09/22/2019
Suit: Ocala’s Homeless Illegally Hit by “Open-Lodging” Ban
The federal class-action lawsuit, filed by several advocacy groups on behalf of about 200 homeless people, alleges violations of the U.S. Constitution and seeks an injunction prohibiting City of Ocala Municipal Government from enforcing its “open-lodging” ordinance: Class-action suit filed on behalf of about 200 people Read the rest of the article on facebook.com READ MORE.
09/22/2019
Tree fell on busy road, removed shortly afterwards
A downed oak tree in northeast Marion County on State Road 326 just west of Old U.S. Highway 301 Sunday morning was reported just before 10 a.m. and was removed by 12:55 p.m., according to FHP. Read the rest of the article on ocala.com READ MORE.
09/22/2019
2 men arrested for stealing from gaming stores
Ronald Christopher Hasty and Daniel David Grant arrested in New Port Richey by Gainesville and Ocala police with “tens of thousands of dollars worth of magic cards, magic related items and approximately $10,000 in cash” after investigating break-ins at gaming stores. Read the rest of the article on ocala.com READ MORE.09/22/2019
Community briefs for Sept. 22, 2019
GOVERNMENT MEETINGSMondayMarion County Development Review Committee: 9 a.m., Marion County Office of the County Engineer, Building 1 Conference Room, 412 SE 25th Ave., Ocala. Call 671-8686 or visit marioncountyfl.org.TuesdayMarion Soil and Water Conservation District Board: 9:30 a.m., USDA Ocala Service Center, 2441 NE Third St., Suite 204-2, Ocala. To request an agenda or […] Read READ MORE.09/22/2019
APPLAUSE for Sept. 22, 2019: Recognizing good news and accomplishments
Send items for Applause to calendar@starbanner.com and write “Applause” in the message line. Read the rest of the article on ocala.com READ MORE.09/22/2019
Calendar for Sept. 22, 2019
TODAYNational Association of Watch and Clock Collectors Chapter 156: 8 a.m., VFW Post 4781, 9401 SW 110th St.Pack Walk: 10 a.m., Silver Springs State Park, 5656 E. Silver Springs Blvd. $2. Call 236-7148, ext. 4. Walk nature trails with a shelter dog to provide attention and exercise; all dogs available for adoption.Downton Abbey Movie Experience: READ MORE.09/22/2019
OPD announces services for officer killed in crash
Officer Daniel Wagner’s funeral service starts at 11 a.m. at Living Waters Church. Read the rest of the article on ocala.com READ MORE.09/22/2019
Dozens gather in Ocala to press for prison changes
“We’re working hard at real reform,” said Democratic State Rep. Anna Eskamani of Orlando. Read the rest of the article on ocala.com READ MORE.
09/22/2019
In this video, OPD officers escort the daughter of Officer Daniel Wagner to Homecoming just two days…
In this video, OPD officers escort the daughter of Officer Daniel Wagner to Homecoming just two days after his unexpected passing. This is just one example of OPD brotherhood at its finest. #FAMILY Emma, every step you take, OPD will be there for you and your family. Song Credit: The POLICE, Every Breath You Take READ MORE.
09/22/2019
West Port High School: West Port is “Dancing the Night Away” …
West Port is “Dancing the Night Away”. HOCO 2019 @WestPortHigh Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.09/21/2019
Hurricane Dorian: Bahamian families hosted in Ocala
Two families say they are lucky to be alive and are thankful for the kindness they have found in Marion County. Read the rest of the article on ocala.com READ MORE.09/21/2019
Ocala man arrested on drug trafficking charge
Abijah Shomariah Browne, who also faces a probation violation, is being held without bail at the Marion County Jail. Read the rest of the article on ocala.com READ MORE.09/21/2019
A breakthrough in the battle against citrus greening
A team researchers, with help from a UF scientist, have figured out how to grow the bacteria, which could lead to treatments and disease-resistant trees. Read the rest of the article on ocala.com READ MORE.09/21/2019
Ocala police investigate shooting at Steeples
Officers said the gunshot victim’s injuries were non-life-threatening. Read the rest of the article on ocala.com READ MORE.
09/21/2019