Massive Fire in Dunnellon: What We Know
At press time, Marion County Fire Rescue was still working to extinguish the railroad tie fire in Dunnellon, and no cause has been determined.
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Who’s Who in the 352: Karla Greenway, Interfaith Emergency Services
Meet Karla Greenway, CEO of Ocala’s Interfaith Emergency Services.
City of Williston Offers Tips to Save on Natural Gas During Freezing Temperatures
Natural gas prices may rise as the temperatures drop in the 352, but consumers can still stay warm and save money.
352 COLD WEATHER ALERT: What You Need to Know (UPDATED JAN. 31, 2026)
Marion County and surrounding areas are in for a weekend of possible record lows.
Alachua County Under Mandatory Burn Ban
Alachua County has instituted a mandatory burn ban to remain into effect until Feb. 6.
Project Pawsitivity: A Lifetime of Love and Play Awaits
Four-month-old Gaucho is super well-behaved for a young ‘un, and he’s at the Humane Society of Marion County just looking for a lifetime of love.
Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles to Restrict Driver License Exams to English Only
Beginning Feb. 6, 2026, The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles will administer driver license exams in English only.
Sumter County Enacts Burn Ban Due to Drought Conditions
Sumter County has initiated an Outdoor Burning Restriction, effective until conditions improve enough for it to be repealed.
BJ’s Wholesale Club to Open First Ocala Location as Part of Winding Oaks Development
BJ’s Wholesale Club is planning its first location in Ocala, anchoring the retail portion of an upcoming residential and retail development.
The Westminster dog show is turning 150. Here’s what has — and hasn’t — changed over time
When some Gilded Age gentleman hunters organized a New York event to compare their dogs, could they have imagined that people would someday call it the World Series of dogdom or the Super Bowl of dog shows?