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Numerous Events Celebrate Back to School Season Across North Central Florida
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - The Stop the Violence rally starts at 9 a.m. and continues until noon at Santa Fe College on Saturday, July 27th. The event will be held in Santa Fe College’s northwest campus gym at 3000 NW 83rd Street. The first 5000 school-aged children in attendance will receive a free backpack filled with school supplies, provided by Meridian Behavioral Healthcare.
Kut Different looks back on its success at the 3rd annual End of Summer banquet
OCALA, Fla. (WCJB) - It was a night of thankfulness and reminiscing as non-profit Kut Different members reflected on all the lessons and skills they learned this summer. “It’s just different,” said Founder, Jamie Gilmore Jr. “You don’t get it anywhere else. That’s why we’re kut different.”
WEEKEND TOP PICKS: Join the audience for these North Central Florida events
OCALA, FL (352today.com) – There is no shortage of things to do around North Central Florida this weekend. You can start your weekend with a candlelit string quarter date night on Friday and spend Saturday morning enjoying a family day with a free movie. Or, kick off your weekend with a rockin’ concert at the Orange Blossom Opry and end it celebrating 80 years of the iconic Smokey Bear.
'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. ...
Beautiful morning skies in the SummerGlen Community
After afternoon and evening thunderstorms, the following morning skies were vivid with color in certain areas of our SummerGlen Community in Ocala. Thanks to Terrie Bauman for sharing!. Share your local photos with us at https://ocala-news.com/submit-your-photos!
VIDEO: Two arrested after fleeing Ocala police in stolen car
Two men who led Ocala police on a brief chase in a stolen car that began on State Road 200 were apprehended after they ditched the vehicle in downtown and tried to escape by foot. On Tuesday, July 23, at around 10:30 a.m., an Ocala Police Department officer spotted a...
The old Sears at Paddock Mall is getting a new life. Learn all about the Paddock Market.
Sharon Sharaby is spearheading a nearly $7 million bet that Koosh & Co.’s new Paddock Market can turn the long closed but once thriving Sears store building in the Paddock Mall into a popular customer destination. Paddock Market is described by developer Sharaby as a “micro-mall” with 10 restaurants (everything from burgers to Mediterranean fare)...
Ocala aquatic venue brings you closer to the Olympic Games in Paris
OCALA, FL (352today.com) – It’s like being poolside in Paris, diving into the excitement of the event. North Central Florida residents will have an opportunity to watch their favorite Olympic aquatic sports: swimming, diving, artistic swimming (formerly known as synchronized swimming), and water polo this weekend as ‘France Comes to FAST!’
'Massive bust' leads to recovery of about 2,000 fentanyl pills, 5 pounds cocaine; 1 arrest
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY - Nearly 2,000 fentanyl pills and 5 pounds of cocaine were recovered during the arrest of an Ocala man, after a months-long drug operation, law enforcement authorities said. The arrest was made in a drug sting outside a Sebastian area Tractor Supply Co. store on County Road 512 Wednesday just...
‘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...
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...
TIME Magazine recognizes the World Equestrian Center as one of the world’s top places to visit or stay
OCALA, Fla. (WCJB) - Time magazine is giving a once-in-a-lifetime recognition to a hotel in Marion County. The Equestrian and The Riding Academy was recognized as part of TIME’s list of 100 exciting destinations to visit and stay in worldwide. Officials say it could’ve been the portraits of dogs,...
Winding Oaks Farm in Ocala sells for $31.7 million to Palm Beach County developer
Development of the former Winding Oaks Farm property in Ocala has advanced another step. Here's what we know: What's the latest at Winding Oaks Farm in Ocala? The former Winding Oaks Farm has sold for $31.7 million, according to a deed on file with the court clerk. ...
State leaders host safety training for responding to electric vehicle fires
OCALA, Fla. (WCJB) - The state fire marshall visited Ocala this afternoon to demonstrate firefighter safety when responding to electric vehicle fires. Florida Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis hosted the training at the Florida State Fire College. He says the training event is part of a research project looking into...
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.
Read the Ocala Gazette’s award-winning stories
Looking to read the Ocala Gazette’s award-winning stories from 2023? Look no further. On Friday, the Gazette received eight 1st place awards at the Florida Press Association Weekly Newspaper Contest. These awards represent the hard work done by our devoted staff to keep our community informed with accuracy, timeliness,...
Marion County Animal Services recruiting employees to staff new animal services center
OCALA, FL (352today.com) – Marion County Animal Services (MCAS) has exciting news for North Central Florida animal lovers! The shelter has announced some plans for a new animal services center, signaling growth and expansion in their efforts to serve the community. This expansion brings opportunities to join the dedicated MCAS team.
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