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A 46-year-old Dunnellon man was arrested for allegedly choking a woman in an RV during an argument over her relationship with a male friend. On Wednesday, one of the victim’s co-workers contacted the Marion County Sheriff’s Office to report that the victim had been battered by Michael Reid Truax. The victim had called the co-worker and allegedly stated that Truax had “grabbed her by the neck” and “strangled her,” according to the MCSO report.

A 59-year-old trespassing suspect who was openly carrying a revolver was shot by Marion County Sheriff’s Office deputies after he allegedly pointed his firearm at them. On Wednesday, September 20, deputies responded to the 10500 block of Highway 41, just north of Dunnellon, to follow up on a trespassing complaint. Upon arrival, they located a man on the property who was violating a previous trespass warning that had been issued three days earlier, according to the MCSO report.

Two people were recently arrested in Ocala, Marion County, on charges of first-degree murder. The victim, whose identity has not been released, was killed by multiple gunshot wounds three months prior. Police are still searching for an additional suspect who is believed to have fired the fatal shots at the victim's vehicle.

DUNNELLON — Wednesday morning's deputy-involved shooting in a wooded area north of Dunnellon is being investigated by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. But in the meantime, more information about the incident has been released by the Marion County Sheriff's Office. Here's what we know:. Name of the person...

DUNNELLON — There was a deputy-involved shooting Wednesday morning about a mile north of the Dunnellon city limits. The man suffered non life-threatening injuries. No deputies were hurt. The shooting happened in a wooded area off U.S. 41. According to officials on scene, the Marion County Sheriff's Office in the past has received...

DUNNELLON, Fla. (WCJB) - The Marion County Sheriff’s Office has released the identity of a man shot by deputies on Wednesday. At this time, the deputies’ identities remain confidential. According to the sheriff’s office, deputies responded to the 10500 block of Highway 41 near Dunnellon on Wednesday on...

Deputies were involved in a shooting in Marion County on Wednesday morning that sent a suspect to the hospital. According to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office, the incident occurred near the 10000 block of Highway 41, just north of Dunnellon. MCSO stated that the unidentified suspect was shot by...

Future football stars emerge from Marion County every season. This week we highlight eleven early-season prospects who caught the Star-Banner’s eye through the first four weeks. To be considered, you have to meet a few requirements. First, you couldn’t make first or second county in your career, but honorable mentions are eligible. Second, make a major impact on your team. ...

A group of health care providers serving Marion County has expanded into The Villages. Heart of Florida Health Centers was set to officially open its first location this week at 3365 Wedgewood Lane at Southern Trace Plaza. The company began accepting new patients on Monday, Sept. 18, at its new...

A murder suspect who was accidentally released because of a clerical error remained on the lam Thursday, with Indiana authorities warning anyone against helping him, officials said. The U.S. Marshals Service offered a $10,000 reward for any information that could help authorities capture Kevin Mason, 28, who has been missing...

MARION COUNTY, Fla. – A man living in a camp on another’s property near Dunnellon was hospitalized after being shot Wednesday by Marion County deputies who he allegedly threatened with a revolver. The shooting occurred around 9:30 a.m. in the 10500 block of S. Highway 41, playing out...

OCALA, Fla. (WCJB) - The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deputy-involved shooting near Dunnellon on Wednesday morning. Sheriff’s deputies say a shooting occurred on the 10000 block of Highway 41 near Dunnellon. The suspect received non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to the hospital. None of the...

Criminal charges have been dropped against a 27-year-old former Ocala police officer who was accused of stalking his ex-girlfriend and threatening to “shoot up” her residence. According to a court filing by the State Attorney Bill Gladson of Florida’s fifth judicial circuit, the charge of aggravated stalking against...

In Marion County, an incident involving a man and a deputy shooting incident occurred near Highway 41, north of Dunnellon. The man, previously known to deputies due to interactions earlier this month, was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.

DUNNELLON, Fla. (WCJB) - Marion County Sheriff’s investigators said a suspect is in the hospital after he was shot by one or more deputies Wednesday morning. Officials said four deputies responded to a follow-up call on the 10000 block of Highway 41 near Dunnellon just before 9:30 a.m. Deputies had dealt with the same man earlier in the month.

A black bear caught wandering around a Disney World park has been captured and released back into the wild.The creature was seen roaming the grounds of Disney’s Magic Kingdom in Florida on Monday, 18 September, prompting the amusement park to temporarily close some of its rides.On Monday night, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) shared footage of the bear being released into Ocala National Forest in Marion County, around 90 minutes north of the resort.It is the second time this year that a wild animal has crashed the Florida park, after a squirrel was caught on video in July on the Carousel of Progress attraction.

Grand Oaks Resort has been forced to revise its business model due to the dominance of the World Equestrian Center in Ocala. Grand Oaks Resort was long considered a premier venue for a variety of equestrian competitions throughout the year. However, when the World Equestrian Center opened in 2021 in Marion County, it quickly drew events away from the smaller area venues like Grand Oaks.

MARION COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS 23Q-225 RFQ CR 475A (SW 27th Ave) Improvements. Submittals are due October 6, 2023, at 3:00 PM via Demandstar. For more info call 352-671-8444. ________________________________________________________________________________ Marion County Office of the County Engineer is seeking qualifications from consultants for immediate improvements to CR 475A.Visit here for more details.

Give4Marion raised a record $1.4 million this year in its 33-hour online fundraiser for nonprofits. The Community Foundation, which started the fundraiser in 2020, takes “zero dollars” from the program, said Ashley Gerds, director of strategic engagement for the foundation. The foundation’s goal is to link Marion County nonprofits to community resources.

MARION COUNTY, Fla. – A man was injured Wednesday morning in a deputy-involved shooting near Dunnellon, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies said they began investigating the scene in the 10000 block of Highway 41 shortly before 9:30 a.m. No deputies were injured, according to the...