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Marion County should prepare for flash flooding
Forecasters warn that North Central Florida, including Marion County, should prepare for flash flooding from Hurricane Milton. Water as high as one foot can cause significant damage to buildings and contaminate water supplies. Even though Marion County is safe from coastal storm surges, flash floods can still occur during major...
Marion County: Sign up for text message updates, crucial information on Hurricane Milton
(This story was updated to accurately reflect the most current information.) As Florida braces for Hurricane Milton a week after Hurricane Helene devastated many across the Southeast, all of us at the USA TODAY Network are dedicated to doing everything we can to keep you informed. As a resource, we are manning a...
Lawsuit against Sheriff Billy Woods and jail personnel concerning inmate's death settled
A lawsuit filed against Marion County Sheriff Billy Woods and jail officials regarding an inmate's death in 2022 has been settled for $150,000, according to the sheriff's office. The family of Scott "Scotty" Leslie Whitley III filed the suit against the sheriff and jail personnel last year. According to the suit, Whitley's parents said they endured "loss of companionship, instruction, and guidance; and mental pain and suffering from the date of injury and continuing for the remainder...
Putnam County man driving golf cart killed in crash on US 17
CRESCENT CITY, Fla. — A Putnam County man is dead after a crash on U.S. 17 involving a golf cart and a car. A 59-year-old man from Crescent City was driving a golf cart east from a private driveway attempting to cross U.S. 17 around 3:44 p.m., according to a release from Florida Highway Patrol. A sedan, driven by a 23-year-old man from Crescent City, was driving north on U.S. 17, approaching Old U.S. 17, when the golf cart pulled out from the driveway and into the sedan's path, the release says.
Welaka neighbors prepare ahead of Hurricane Milton
WELAKA, Fla. — The Putnam County Sheriff’s Office is recommending evacuations for people living along the St. Johns River in parts of Welaka, Bardin and Bostwick ahead of Hurricane Milton. Neighbors in Sportsman Harbor say it was spared during Hurricanes Helene and Debby for the most part, fortunately,...
Florida Retro Diner Forced to Close After State Inspection
If you're a fan of that old-school, retro vibe when grabbing a bite to eat, places like Freddy’s Frozen Custard and Steakburgers are likely on your radar. Known for their made-to-order steakburgers and creamy frozen custard, Freddy’s is a favorite for comfort food lovers across Florida. But recently, the at 3558 SW College Road, Ocala location of this popular chain found itself in a sticky situation and was temporarily shut down after failing a state inspection.
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