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Hurricane Ian 2 pm update

A tropical storm warning remains in effect for Marion County. A Flood watch is also in effect until October 1. Central and Northeast Florida: 12 to 18 inches, with local maxima up to 24 inches. At 200 PM, the eye … Continue reading

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Hurricane Ian 11 a.m update, remains a CAT 4

D: Tropical Depression – wind speed less than 39 MPH S: Tropical Storm – wind speed between 39 MPH and 73 MPH H: Hurricane – wind speed between 74 MPH and 110 MPH M: Major Hurricane – wind speed greater … Continue reading

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Hurricane Ian update, Ian expected to make landfall as catastrophic hurricane

IAN IS EXPECTED TO CAUSE CATASTROPHIC STORM SURGE, WINDS, AND FLOODING IN THE FLORIDA PENINSULA STARTING LATER TODAY… At 8:00 AM, the eye of Hurricane Ian was located by Air Force and NOAA Hurricane Hunter data plus Key West radar … Continue reading

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Video: Hurricane Ian changes, warnings, instuctions for Marion County

Public schools will open shelters at noon on Wednesday, September 28. General Population Shelters: Dunnellon High: 10055 SW 180th Avenue Rd, Dunnellon, FL 34432 Belleview Middle: 10500 SE 36th Avenue, Belleview, FL 34420 Fort McCoy School: 16160 NE County Road … Continue reading

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Tropical Storm Ian likely to have quick uptick in strengthening

Brought to you by our weather partners at AccuWeather As of 2 p.m. EDT Sunday, Ian had sustained winds of up to 50 mph and was moving steadily westward at 14 mph. Tropical-storm-force winds extended up to 60 miles outward … Continue reading

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Florida deputy frequently displayed aggressive behavior, stomped girlfriend’s pet

Florida — A deputy who was arrested after he lost his temper and stomped his girlfriend’s cat to death says he did not do anything wrong and plans to plead not guilty in court. Those closest to the incident say … Continue reading

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ATTENTION: TRUIST AND SUNTRUST CUSTOMERS

ATTENTION: TRUIST AND SUNTRUST CUSTOMERS Were you or a loved one the victim of an online scam? Tricked into believing you won the lottery or gems? Did your banker let you wire money to the scammer? Please Call Attorneys David … Continue reading

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Marion County Commission approves master plan for Veterans Memorial Park

Marion County — At the Marion County Commission meeting on September 7, the commission approved the master plan for the Ocala-Marion County Veterans Memorial Park. The master plan, consisting of upgrades and improvements to the park, is drafted in collaboration … Continue reading

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Marion County weather forecast for 9-7-22

Showers and thunderstorms are likely before midnight, then a slight chance of showers between midnight and 4 am. Mostly cloudy, with a low of around 73. South wind 5 to 8 mph becoming calm in the evening. The chance of … Continue reading

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Marion County Commission chooses name for new library inside Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place

Marion County — On January 5, 2021, the Marion County Commission entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Ocala for branch library services at the Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place. The memorandum states the … Continue reading

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