01/23/2021
01/23/2021
Local News for Ocala, Florida
01/23/2021
01/22/2021
December jobs report highlights ‘encouraging, measured’ progress across region
Laura Byrnes CareerSource The unemployment rate in the CareerSource Citrus Levy Marion region was 5.8 percent in December, down 0.1 percentage point over the month and 2.4 percent higher than the same time last year. The region’s December jobless rate was equal to the state rate for the month. The Ocala metropolitan statistical area, which READ MORE.
01/21/2021
Fatal Crash On I-75 In Ocala Kills Two And Injures One
A fatal crash on I-75 in Ocala killed two members of Pennsylvanian family and critically injured one on Tuesday night. Read the rest of the article on wuft.org READ MORE.
01/20/2021
Man arrested after he tried to force himself on a juvenile as she slept
A 20-year-old was arrested Tuesday and charged with Lewd and Lascivious Behavior by an Adult Over 18. On December 18, Jerome Merritt was hanging out in a “she shed” at a friend’s house who was celebrating turning 21. By the early morning hours, Merritt had consumed a large amount of alcohol, began to feel sick, READ MORE.
01/19/2021
4-year-old hit by truck, listed in serious condition
Ocala, Florida — A 4-year-old girl remains in serious condition after she was struck by a vehicle Monday. The girl suffered multiple broken bones and had to be transported to UF Health Shands Hospital in Gainesville. According to Ocala Police, the accident happened when the girl, and four adults, including her mother, attempted to READ MORE.
01/19/2021
Department of Health in Marion County moving COVID-19 vaccination operations to Paddock Mall
Marion County — The Department of Health in Marion County is moving its COVID-19 vaccination operations to the Paddock Mall, located at 3100 SW College Road, beginning Tuesday, January 19, 2021. The site, a joint venture with AdventHealth Ocala, Marion County Emergency Management, and Paddock Mall, will be available for vaccinations by appointment only. Process READ MORE.
01/19/2021
College of Central Florida, Appleton Museum of Art launch new websites
Ocala, Florida – The College of Central Florida and Appleton Museum of Art has launched new websites with a fresh design and improved functionality that focuses on the user experience. “Now more than ever, it’s vital that information about college and museum programs and services be easily accessible and inviting,” said Dr. Jim Henningsen, CF READ MORE.
01/19/2021
Sixth annual Marion County Youth Career Expo goes virtual
Ocala, Florida – The sixth annual Marion County Youth Career Expo for middle- and high school students is set for January 28 and will, for the first time, take place virtually. The expo, held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., will be open at no charge to public, private, and home-schooled students as well as READ MORE.
01/19/2021
Positive outcome for Ocala family following COVID-19 shutdown
The shutdown due to COVID-19 was not bad news for everyone. Philip Hurst, of Ocala, spent most of his work career in sales and restaurant management. In March, when the pandemic hit, he was left with no income and he had no idea what he and his family were going to do. Instead of feeling READ MORE.
01/19/2021
Man sexually abused little girl, gave her an STD
Ocala, Florida — A Department of Children and Families Investigator notified law enforcement after a young girl was diagnosed with a sexually transmitted disease. When the girl was interviewed, she denied that anyone had touched her. However, medical personnel, after examining the little girl, said the disease is only sexually transmitted. In a later interview, READ MORE.
01/15/2021
Elementary school paraprofessional arrested, touched little girl
Dunnellon, Florida — A Romeo Elementary para-professional was arrested Thursday after a young student said he had touched her. The investigation began on November 20, 2020, after a female student came forward and told school officials that Juvenal Gomez, 58, had sat down beside her at a table and put his hand up her skirt. READ MORE.
01/14/2021
Trinity Catholic HS: Blessings to our 2nd …
Blessings to our 2nd Quarter Honor Roll students! Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
01/13/2021
News 6 WKMG / ClickOrlando: An Ocala man was …
An Ocala man was arrested on aggravated child abuse charges after an infant under his care was taken to the hospital with bruises and head trauma. Read the rest of the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
01/13/2021
WCJB TV20 News: While most movie theaters …
While most movie theaters across North Central Florida remain closed due to the pandemic, you can still see a movie on the big screen at the Ocala Drive-In. Read the rest of the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
01/13/2021
Woman severed tip of man’s thumb, charged with aggravated battery
Marion County, Florida — An argument between a husband and wife ended with a 911 call and the tip of the man’s thumb in a plastic baggie. When a deputy and medics arrived at the residence, they were greeted by a man holding a plastic baggie and the tip of his thumb was inside. The READ MORE.
01/13/2021
Marion County Sheriff’s Office: MISSING ENDANGERED ROBERT SENECHAL …
MISSING ENDANGERED ROBERT SENECHAL Mr. Senechal is still missing and we are looking for any information that may help locate him. Attached is the original missing person flyer sent out September 12, 2020. Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
01/13/2021
Marion County Sheriff’s Office: Sheriff Woods was sworn …
Sheriff Woods was sworn in for a second term today by the Hon. Judge Scott, along with his other fellow constitutional officers. We look forward to another four years of serving Marion County with Sheriff Woods at the helm of our agency! Congratulations to all!! Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
01/13/2021
Forest High School: Parents: Please take our …
Parents: Please take our survey. Use the link below and scroll to the bottom of the page for the survey. Your input is valuable. The survey closes January 18th. @fhs_wcat @Forest_AVID @FHSEntrepreneu1 @FHS_CCAP Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
01/13/2021
Marion County, Florida: Marion County is launching …
Marion County is launching our own podcast! This is your chance to hear in-depth conversations with the people who work each day to make Marion County great. Tune in later this week for our first episode with Marion County Commission Chairman Jeff Gold! Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
01/13/2021