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U.S. Attorney's Office Targets Corruption at FCC Coleman, Inmates and Staff Charged
U.S. Attorney Roger B. Handberg Announces New Prosecutions to Address Crimes at Coleman Federal Correctional Complex. Federal law enforcement agencies have been working diligently since 2021 through the Ocala Division of the U.S. Attorney’s Office, bringing a wide range of criminal charges against inmates and staff members alike. Charges include murder, assault, drug distribution, sexual assault, and bribery, among other offenses.
Steve Spurrier makes surprising comment about rival Florida State
Steve Spurrier offered a surprising comment about the rival Florida State Seminoles. Spurrier was a guest on “A Peek Inside Florida Gators Football” with Ali Peek and was asked about the conference realignment. Peek asked Spurrier what conference he thought Florida State and Clemson should join if they leave the ACC as they are trying... The post Steve Spurrier makes surprising comment about rival Florida State appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Affordable housing complex proposed along Southeast Hawthorne Road. Here's what we know.
A new affordable housing complex is being considered for east Gainesville along Southeast Hawthorne Road. Here's what we know: Where is the project located? 2412 SE Hawthorne Road, a wooded area...
‘Amazing’ Ocala math teacher finishes in top 5 for Florida Teacher of the Year
Jennifer Brown, a math teacher at Forest High School who coworkers described as “amazing,” was awarded $20,000 for being one of five finalists for Florida Teacher of the Year, coming up just shy of the title. On Thursday, the Florida Department of Education named Jaime Suarez as the...
'Overwhelmed, blessed, thankful': Disabled Ocala veteran gets a new roof for free
The sign in front of Derek Ingram's front door reads: "GIVING BACK to Those Who Served." A U.S. Army veteran who joined the service in 1974 and served in Desert Shield/Desert Storm, Ingram moved to Spruce Creek South from Maryland 2 1/2-years ago. ...
Free backpacks, school supplies at back-to-school events throughout Marion this weekend
There are several back-to-school events planned for this weekend across Marion County, with most featuring free backpacks and school supplies, among other community resources and giveaways. Marion County students are invited to receive free backpacks filled with supplies this weekend during several community events this weekend. The Mary Sue Rich...
Where do UF students go to the beach? Fun things to do, day trips around Gainesville
If all of the students that were accepted to the University of Florida for the 2024-25 school year chose to attend in the fall, there will be a little more than 15,000 new students in Gainesville in less than a month. And enrollment data from 2023 shows that around 33% of UF’s students came from outside of Florida. ...
Drive-by shooting outside local home lands Marion man behind bars
A 36-year-old Weirsdale man was arrested earlier this week after he allegedly shot an individual outside a local residence during an argument over his ex-girlfriend. On Monday, July 22, Marion County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to the 13400 block of SE Sunset Harbor Road in Weirsdale in reference to a shooting incident. Upon arrival, they observed a male victim laying on the front porch of a home, according to the arrest report.
Palatka Daily News retires 20th century printing press
PALATKA, Fla. — Although the Palatka Daily News printed its last issue earlier this week on their own printing press, there are nowhere near issuing their final copy. “We don't have any, any intention of stopping the printed edition of the paper, we're not going digital, like a lot of newspapers across the country are that's not our goal. Our goal is to have a newspaper here in the community that we serve,” explained Palatka Daily News Publisher Jennifer Mnoates.
Ty Jackson, the country’s No. 1 LB, set to get another up-close look at UF
Several elite recruits will attend the Florida Gators’ Grille in the Ville recruiting event Saturday but Ty Jackson of Loxahatchee (Fla.) Seminole Ridge arguably is the headliner. The post Ty Jackson, the country’s No. 1 LB, set to get another up-close look at UF appeared first on On3.
US Equestrian announces roster change after eventer's horse is injured
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Will Coleman and his horse Diabolo will no longer compete for the US Eventing Team this year, US Equestrian announced Friday. It has been a tumultuous 24 hours for Coleman. The Ocala-based equestrian made a last minute switch from his horse Off the Record to Diabolo after Diabolo's performance impressed the team during training camp. Then in Paris, Diabolo presented with a likely abscess in his hoof.
The ARK Church of Gainesville to host backpack giveaway on August 3
On August 3rd, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., The Ark Church will open its doors to the community, offering free backpacks filled with notebooks, pens, pencils, and other essential items. The post The ARK Church of Gainesville to host backpack giveaway on August 3 appeared first on Alachua Chronicle.
Florida made a “great” first impression on 2026 4-star WR Cederian Morgan
Cederian Morgan is an On300 talent in the 2026 class and the four-star wide receiver in Alabama had a great first visit to Florida on Thursday. The post Florida made a “great” first impression on 2026 4-star WR Cederian Morgan appeared first on On3.
Gainesville commission moves forward on affordable housing, road redesign plans
Gainesville commissioners voted unanimously Thursday to move forward on a plan that puts $8.7 million over 10 years into buying property for affordable housing throughout the city. Where is the money coming from? The money for the affordable housing purchasing program comes from a half-cent infrastructure surtax called Streets, Stations & Strong Foundations. The...
Volunteers needed for Ocala cemetery cleanup
The City of Ocala Public Works Department is hosting a volunteer cleanup day at Chestnut Cemetery this weekend. The cleanup event will take place on Saturday, July 27, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Volunteers will meet at Chestnut Cemetery, which is located at 698 NW 13th Terrace in Ocala.
CPPI announces retirement of Chairman Breck A. Weingart after 42 years of distinguished service, leadership transition to Brian K. Leslie
CPPI announces the retirement of Chairman and Principal Breck Weingart, following an impressive 42-year tenure with the family-run construction company. Weingart will be succeeded in leadership by Brian Leslie. The post CPPI announces retirement of Chairman Breck A. Weingart after 42 years of distinguished service, leadership transition to Brian K. Leslie appeared first on Alachua Chronicle.
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