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FHP: Ocala man, 82, dies in single-vehicle crash on Northwest 80th Avenue
An elderly man died in a single-vehicle crash in northwest Marion County on Sunday. Where did the crash occur? NW 80th Avenue, by 100th Street. Who's investigating the incident? Florida Highway Patrol. What time was the crash? 10:20 a.m. What troopers said about the crash? Troopers said a newer model...
Memorial Day program held at Ocala-Marion County Veterans Park
The annual Memorial Day program held at the Ocala-Marion County Veterans Park on Monday honored those who gave their lives to protect America and preserve freedom. This year’s program included the placing of a ceremonial wreath by the family of a local man killed in Afghanistan in 2012 and acknowledgement of several World War II and Korean War veterans in attendance. ...
Mothers of man shot May 19 by Ocala Police Department officers praying for his recovery
David Laperriere has had at least four surgeries since he was shot early that afternoon, his mothers said, and he's expected to have more. Surgeries performed so far include those to his stomach, a lung and a kidney. The women, Jeannine Laperriere and Sharon Pittsley, said they've been told by...
Court documents detail ugly eviction at rented home in The Villages
Court documents are offering details of an ugly eviction at a rented home in The Villages, resulting in a tenant’s arrest. Judy Aline Schmersey-Staton, 77, is facing a felony charge of battery following an alleged attack on her landlord during a walk-through at the rental property at 3942 Zenith Loop in the Village of Osceola Hills. The Illinois native remains free on $500 bond.
World War II, Korea veterans honored during Marion County Memorial Day ceremony
OCALA, Fla. (WCJB) - Military service members who died serving their country were recognized across North Central Florida for their bravery this Memorial Day. A ceremony honoring the fallen heroes was held at Ocala-Marion County Veterans Memorial Park. World War II veterans Robert Anderson and Howard Mautner, alongside Korean War...
Bus schedules in Gainesville and Ocala change for Memorial Day
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - People who depend on bus systems around North Central Florida may have to find a different way around Monday. Gainesville city officials say RTS bus drivers are running on their holiday schedule Monday. Buses will run from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on a handful of...
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