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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.
United Rentals Celebrates Grand Opening in Clermont
United Rentals, the largest equipment rental and end-to-end worksite solutions company in the world, recently celebrated the grand opening of its new location in Clermont. The South Lake Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to mark this event. The United Rentals team is ready to custom-engineer solutions for projects...
Beer, coffee, BBQ, pizza, live music all under one (former Ocala fire station) roof
Midtown Station, a repurposed city fire station on the south side of Tuscawilla Park at 235 NE Watula Ave., is slated to have a soft opening in August. The family friendly food/beverage/dessert/live entertainment venue, which can accommodate 300 guests, will open early seven days a week and remain open until 10 or 11 p.m. nightly, according to the developers.
40-year prison term for man who fatally shot another man outside an Ocala grocery store
A man convicted of murder has been sentenced to a 40-year prison term. Here's what we know about that case and others heard at the Marion County Judicial Center the week of July 15. State v. Leandre Rashad Cox. Judge: Circuit Judge Robert Hodges. Lawyers: Assistant State Attorney Adam Smith...
Summer IXL Program: Enhancing Proficiency in Middle School Math
The Middle School Summer IXL program, spearheaded by Ms. Melissa Benner, is in full swing. This program aims to improve students’ foundational math skills over the summer break. “Every student in my class works on a different set of skills, which is challenging to manage within a structured classroom setting. Since these individual gaps can be challenging to address during the regular school year, IXL is an excellent tool for targeted learning over the summer.”
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.
New Rainbow Bridge Pet Remembrance Path opens in Rockledge
Brevard County welcomed a new place to honor pets who have passed away. A ribbon cutting ceremony inaugurated the new Rainbow Bridge Pet Remembrance Path next to Hounds Town Space Coast pet daycare center at 3905 U.S. 1 in Rockledge at the intersection of Barnes Blvd. ...
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."
Ocala equine hospital enhances horse healthcare with new CT wing
OCALA, FL (352today.com) – New technology at an Ocala equine hospital is revolutionizing the way CT scans are performed on horses. On Thursday, July 18, Peterson Smith Equine Hospital (PSEH) announced the newest enhancement to its equine healthcare system; a recently completed CT wing. According to PSEH, the installation...
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...
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.
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.
Orlando nonprofit offering free showers, other services to homeless avoids shutdown but still may face cuts
An Orlando nonprofit that provides free showers, laundry and other assistance to the area’s growing homeless population came within days of having to discontinue key services last week. A last-minute donation has kept Service and Love Together, or SALT, running for now, but it must still raise another $200,000 to continue operating at full capacity through the end of the year, and it may need ...
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...
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