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Fast food chain gets approval for new mural on south Marion location
A fast food chain with over 500 locations across the country has gotten approval to add a new mural to one of its locations in south Marion County. On Tuesday, the Belleview City Commission approved a request from Checkers to create a mural at their location in the city, which is situated at 5497 SE Abshier Boulevard.
Fourth of July drone shows offer silent alternative for veterans, pets and wildlife
DOVER, Fla. - Cities and counties across the state are turning high-tech this Fourth of July. Instead of the classic fireworks displays, they're lighting up the skies with drones. American flags, eagles, and fighter jets are all configurations that were created using drones. "A drone is essentially a pixel in...
Police and Security Have Florida Theme Park Locked down After Threat of Another Violent ‘Takeover’
Last week, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay saw a massive “takeover” of its property. These “takeovers” are orchestrated events that encourage guests to “bring the drama” and encourage them to fight with each other. And that’s precisely what they got. A massive fight broke out...
Ocala Fire Rescue adds ‘groundbreaking’ new fire truck to fleet
Ocala Fire Rescue recently welcomed a new state-of-the-art fire truck to its fleet. According to OFR, the newest addition, Ladder 3, is an “innovative vehicle [that] seamlessly combines the equipment capabilities of a ladder truck with the water-pumping ability of a fire engine.”. Locally manufactured by E-One, Ladder 3...
Blue-chip OL Peyton Joseph commits to FSU over Memphis
Mike Norvell and the Florida State Seminoles have landed another four-star verbal commitment for #Tribe25, making all 10 of their 2025 commits blue-chips. It’s a little sweeter this time, as FSU’s newest gain is UF’s loss. Peyton Joseph is a 6’3”, 310 pound offensive lineman who plays...
Unlicensed immigrant arrested for driving without headlights
An unlicensed immigrant was arrested after a traffic stop for driving without headlights. Julio Cesar Lopez-Davila, 22, Summerfield, was driving a silver Toyota Sienna, at about 2:45 a.m. Tuesday when a deputy noticed the vehicle’s headlights were not on and initiated a traffic stop on U.S. 301 in Belleview, according to an arrest report from the Marion County Sheriff’s Office.
Auditions Open for Live Oak’s “Beauty and the Beast”
It has been called a tale as old as time–and when it comes to the legend known as “Beauty and the Beast,” they ain’t lyin’! Indeed, this popular fairy tale originates from a 1740 short story by Gabrielle-Suzanne Barbot de Villeneuve. The 30th Anniversary Production...
Salvation Army suspends public meal distribution at downtown Ocala site
The Salvation Army has indefinitely suspended daily meal distribution at its site in downtown Ocala. On Monday, July 1, the organization suspended public feedings at its Center for Hope, which is located at 320 NW 1st Avenue. Although the organization says it will still feed residents of the shelter, it...
'When is enough enough?' Ocala leaders call for end to gun violence in Black community
That's the question Pastor Darrell Tolbert, a longtime member of War Cry 4 Peace, asked the people who gathered Wednesday at a candlelight vigil for 24-year-old Derrick "DJ" Brown Jr. Tolbert said he has lost count of how many of these events he has attended and how many speeches he...
Poké Go opens new ramen, bubble tea restaurant on SR 200
A new restaurant specializing in poké bowls, ramen, and bubble tea recently opened along Ocala’s busiest highway. Located at 3131 SW College Road #406, in the College Park Plaza across from Paddock Mall, Poké Go celebrated its grand opening on June 7. The restaurant’s menu includes the...
Shannon Roth Collection on Ocala's downtown square is closing
An iconic downtown Ocala retailer, Shannon Roth Collection, is closing. "Founded by Shannon Roth, the store has been a cherished destination for unique home décor, gifts and baby & kids boutique items through its adjoining Olivia & Co. Kids," the store said in a social media post. Roth "started Shannon Roth Collection in the...
Police, wildlife officials commended for relocating bear from downtown Ocala
The Ocala City Council took a moment this week to recognize the collaborative efforts of local and state officials who relocated two bears from downtown Ocala using a trap baited with donuts. During Tuesday’s meeting of the Ocala City Council, president Barry Mansfield and Mayor Ben Marciano recognized members of...
World War II Navy vet from Jacksonville becomes centenarian on 4th of July
A World War II veteran and current Jacksonville resident celebrated his 100th birthday on Fourth of July Thursday. Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5968 in Orange Park hosted a special celebration for Fred A. Long Jr., a 30-year highly decorated veteran of the U.S. Navy, according to Times-Union news partner First Coast News.
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