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Ocala Man Pleads Guilty to Methamphetamine and Fentanyl Distribution, Faces Life in Prison
A Marion County man, identified as 41-year-old Terrance Maurice Washington from Ocala, has entered a guilty plea to six counts of possessing controlled substances with the deliberate intent to distribute, including methamphetamine and fentanyl. Announced by U.S. Attorney Roger B. Handberg, Washington is now facing sentencing that ranges from a required 10 years to a potential life in prison for the methamphetamine-related charges. The fentanyl charge could add another 5 to 40 years to his time behind bars. His sentencing hearing is currently set for October 18, according to an official release from the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Florida.
Large ‘ground depression’ sparks evacuations in Florida
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Several residents have been evacuated after a large “ground depression” opened up underneath a home in Florida Saturday night. At 6:30 p.m., the Groveland Police Department was called to the home after the hole was discovered. Fire crews arrived shortly after to assist.
Ocala ranks No. 4 on list of U.S. cities with fastest rising home prices
Have you been watching home sales and prices in Ocala/Marion County in recent months?. Six Florida cities are among the top 10 in the U.S. when it comes to the fastest-rising home prices, according to AgentAdvice, which describes itself as "for agents, by agents and a real estate school and media company."
New thrift store opens in southwest Ocala shopping center
A new thrift stop that sells vintage graphic tees, shoes, vinyl records, and a variety of other secondhand merchandise just opened in southwest Ocala. The ATTIC Thrift Store celebrated its grand opening on Saturday, July 20 at 184 Marion Oaks Boulevard, in the Marion Oaks Shopping Center. Owned by Ed...
Harbor Freight Grand Opening in Sebastian on August 3rd
Harbor Freight Tools has informed Sebastian Daily that the grand opening of its new store in Sebastian will be on Saturday, August 3, 2024, starting at 8 a.m. Located at 13550 U.S. Highway 1 (corner of US1 and Roseland Road), the store has been operating a soft opening in recent days.
Former homeless woman gives back to others in Orlando
ORLANDO, Fla. — Several community foundations and organizations came together to give back to the homeless community on Saturday. One of the organization's founders said she gives back because she was in the same position not too long ago. Joanne Renucci was homeless for 15 years. Living in the...
Report: Tampa General Hospital ranked one of Florida's best
TAMPA, Fla. — Tampa General Hospital was ranked one of the best hospitals in the state in a report, moving up a few spots from last year. U.S. News and World Report evaluated the 258 hospitals in the state with the Tampa hospital coming in at No. 2. Tampa General was also nationally ranked in eight medical specialties.
HERNANDO: Spring Hill Man Killed in Head-On Collision
BROOKSVILLE, FLa. A head-on collision Monday morning on Fort Dade Avenue claimed the life of a 20-year-old Spring Hill man. The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) reports that shortly before 8:00 am, a Dodge Dakota driven by the Spring Hill man was traveling eastbound on Fort Dade Avenue. A Ford F150, driven by a 48-year-old Brooksville man, was traveling westbound. Just east of a private driveway at 18092 Fort Dade Avenue, the Dodge Dakota crossed the centerline for unknown reasons and collided nearly head-on with the Ford F150.
Brooksville's wastewater situation more dire than thought
BROOKSVILLE – The city’s wastewater crisis is pushing the system closer to its limits — and exceeding those limits could cost a lot. The problem of stormwater leaking into the system is causing the city to push toward its cap of 1.9 million gallons of wastewater per day, Public Works director Richard Weeks said at a July 15 meeting of City Council.
Villager avoids stalking prosecution after neighbors forced to sell and leave The Villages
A Villager who had been accused of tormenting her neighbors will avoid prosecution in a stalking case after her neighbors were forced to sell their home and leave The Villages. Suza Barr, 77, of the Village of Santo Domingo, earlier this month in Sumter County Court agreed to enter into...
Leesburg officials approve plan to use speed zone cameras in school zones
LEESBURG, Fla. – Another Central Florida city is looking to crack down on speeders in school zones. On Monday, city commissioners in Leesburg approved a plan to allow speed cameras in school zones. Drivers caught going 10 miles or more over the posted speed limit would receive a ticket...
Florida woman accused of murdering roommate, wrapping body in tarp
INVERNESS, Fla. (CBS12) — A 61-year-old woman is accused of murdering her roommate and leaving the victim's body wrapped in a tarp in Central Florida. The Citrus County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) said deputies were called to a home on 6033 East Rector Street in Inverness, roughly 77 miles west of Orlando.
TIMELINE: Afternoon showers return Tuesday afternoon with highs in mid-90s
ORLANDO, Fla. - Monday's remaining storms will wind down rapidly this evening. Expect significantly higher rain chances on Tuesday, with around 70% coverage. Once storms develop, they will move northwest, affecting the entire area. LONG-RANGE: Typical July weather will bring scattered afternoon and evening storms across Central Florida, with very...
Golfer celebrates first hole-in-one with brother-in-law
Mark Williams got his first hole-in-one at Hole #2 at the Escambia Executive Golf Course. He celebrated the lucky ace with his brother-in-law, Doug Hoover. If you get a hole-in-one, share the news at news@villages-news.com.
Maserati driver jailed without bond after leading cops on two chases
A Maserati driver was being held without bond after leading cops on two chases. Marcus J. Sims, 32, of Leesburg, was booked this past week after a judge revoked his bond. Sims had been free on $16,500 bond following his arrest in July 2023 after he was hunted down and charged in connection with a Jan. 28, 2023 crash on State Road 44 near Lake Deaton.
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