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Hand feed and learn about alpacas at a Lunasea farm in Clermont
CLERMONT, Fla. — It’s an animal you don’t see much of in the Sunshine State. In fact, most of all alpacas in the world are found in South America. But at a beautiful five-acre property in Clermont, over 40 alpacas make their home at the Lunasea Alpaca Farm.
Workshop on nature journaling at Fort King this weekend
Children are invited to participate in a Fort King Youth Summer Workshop this weekend where they will learn about nature journaling. The workshop will take place on Saturday, July 20, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Fort King National Historic Landmark, which is located at 3925 E Fort King St. in Ocala.
Fighting for Faith: Ocala city council votes unanimously to continue lawsuit over prayer vigil
OCALA, FL (352today.com) – The City of Ocala isn’t backing down from a court battle over a prayer vigil held a decade ago. This week, the Ocala City Council consulted with an attorney from the American Center for Law and Justice regarding the legal matter of Rojas versus the City of Ocala.
Construction of new EMS station in Ocala nearing completion
Marion County officials will open a new Emergency Medical Services (EMS) station in southwest Ocala soon, with construction of the facility nearing completion less than one year after it began. On Friday, Marion County Fire Rescue provided a brief update on the progress of construction on the new Ocala EMS...
Unmatched Wisdom Remains Undefeated With Curlin Win
Two years ago, Unmatched Wisdom sold for $25,000 at the 2022 Keeneland September Yearling Sale. Six months later, Klaravich Stables went to $450,000 for the son of Cairo Prince at the Ocala Breeders' March Sale of 2-Year-Olds in Training. And in winning the $135,000 listed Curlin Stakes at Saratoga Race...
Marion man gets 30 years in prison for abusing elderly girlfriend over bank account charges
A Marion County man who beat and choked his elderly ex-girlfriend following an argument over “suspicious transactions” in his bank account will spend the next three decades in prison. On Wednesday, July 17, 53-year-old Dunnellon resident Thomas Harold Gibson III was found guilty of one felony count of...
Universal Drops Massive Bombshell, Leaves Competition in the Dust
Universal Orlando Resort continues taking massive leaps ahead of its competition, and you won’t believe its most recent announcement. Universal Orlando Resort is on track to becoming the most popular theme park resort in Florida, leaving its competition in the dust with the grand opening of Universal Epic Universe, its third theme park — or fourth if you’re counting Universal Volcano Bay Water Theme Park.
Knife held to throat of handyman who finds sleeping homeless pair in residence
A homeless man and woman were charged with burglary when a handyman found them asleep at the home he was working on. Deputies were dispatched to an undisclosed Eustis residence regarding a handyman finding a male, 46-year-old Kenneth Ray Hutchinson, and female, 35-year-old April Dominique Cain, who broke into said residence around 12:45 p.m. Tuesday, according to an arrest report from the Lake County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies were advised that Hutchinson held a knife to the handyman’s throat.
Emotional support roosters approved for Marion woman’s property
A local woman’s request to keep emotional support roosters on her property was approved by Marion County officials this week. April Smith, of Silver Springs, presented her “reasonable accommodation” request to the Marion County Board of County Commissioners during its regular meeting on Tuesday, July 16. Smith,...
Ocala woman allegedly threatens to ‘shoot up’ ex-spouse’s home
A 21-year-old Ocala woman was arrested after she allegedly wielded a gun and threatened to “shoot up” her former spouse’s home. On June 17, Marion County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a local residence in reference to a domestic disturbance between former spouses. Two victims had informed MCSO that the ex-wife of one of the victims, identified as Keyrra Leigh Jenkins, had shown up at their home and threatened them with a firearm, according to the arrest report.
Library saved after push from Altamonte Springs residents
ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla. - Altamonte Springs residents came together to save their local library. In an Altamonte Springs City Commission meeting on Thursday, commissioners voted to keep the city's local library after the city announced it would close. Last week, the city announced the last day to check out books...
Disney World and Universal Orlando Injury Report Includes Guests Losing Consciousness on Rides
The newest injury report for Florida theme parks reveals guests at Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Orlando Resort experienced dizziness, loss of consciousness, and more. Disney and Universal Injury Report. Major Florida theme parks are required to self-report guest injuries that require 24+ hours of hospitalization to the Florida...
Heat advisories arrive in pairs this weekend from Miami to Fort Lauderdale. And the Keys?
The National Weather Service in Miami’s heat advisories are coming like BOGOs now. Early Saturday, forecasters at the service issued a heat advisory for Saturday and for Sunday for all of South Florida because of “feels-like” temperatures expected to run from 105 to 108 degrees. The weekend...
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