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10/10/2024

Here are the latest power outage numbers for Central Florida as of 3:30 a.m. Across the state, over 2.9 million customers are out of power. Let us know in the comments how you are doing.

10/10/2024

As if the strong wind and storm surges were not enough!

Florida residents! If the driving rain and wind isn’t enough to convince you to remain sheltered in place, there is also the very real threat of tornadoes, even in the outer bands of . These tornadoes spin up quickly and move quickly – making staying in a safe place the best possible opti...

10/10/2024

BREAKING: Milton has now knocked out power to over 1 million homes and businesses in Florida. Due to wind speeds, emergency services have been halted in several counties.

09/10/2024

04/10/2024

The calls came after residents witnessed a vehicle accelerate through an entry gate and...

Ocala, Florida – On Thursday, Oct. 3, Ocala Fire Rescue responded to reports of a vehicle in a pond within the Fore Ranch subdivision at 9:21 p.m. The calls came after residents witnessed a vehicle accelerate through an entry gate, strike the controlled access unit, and veer off the road into a re...

04/10/2024

Even more disturbing is the warning displayed on Taco Bell’s website. --

Ocala — Taco Bell, located at 2380 SW College Road, Ocala, was immediately shut down after an emergency order was issued on January 4 by the state. The restaurant was allowed to reopen on January 5 but will need a follow-up inspection after a time extension was given. The Department of Business an...

27/09/2024

The real heroes during this and every other hurricane.

26/09/2024

The sheriff’s office claimed the deputy could “smell ma*****na emitting from the vehicle.”

On June 11, 2020, the Marion County Sheriff’s Office, located in Ocala, Florida, posted about a “drug” bust on Facebook. A deputy with the sheriff’s office had pulled someone over and busted them with ma*****na gummy edibles. The sheriff’s office then attempted to convince the public that ...

22/09/2024

"The decision to install this tower was made without the knowledge or approval of our HOA, and many residents are deeply concerned."

My name is Maiko Mottie, I’m a resident and board member of the HOA in the Kingsland Country neighborhood in Ocala, Florida. I am writing to bring to your attention a matter of significant concern to our community regarding the planned installation of a 5G tower in the middle of our residential ar...

22/09/2024

HEALTH ALERT: The Florida Department of Health in Marion County (DOH-Marion) has issued a health alert for harmful blue-green algae toxins in...

Ocala, Florida — The Florida Department of Health in Marion County (DOH-Marion) has issued a health alert for harmful blue-green algae toxins in Silver Glen Springs. The alert is in response to a water sample taken on September 12, 2024. The public should exercise caution in and around Silver Glen...

16/09/2024

This is part of their mutual assistance program, which allows Duke to assist neighboring... https://www.ocalapost.com/duke-energy-crews-assist-in-power-restoration-in-new-orleans/

Florida — On September 12, approximately 200 Duke Energy Florida crews and contractors arrived in New Orleans to help restore power following Hurricane Francine. Duke crews included lineworkers, vegetation management, support staff, and a mobile command center. The Duke Energy contingency is suppo...

16/09/2024

See if you are in the area. The Florida Department of Health in Marion County (DOH-Marion) is issuing a rabies alert in Marion County.

Ocala, Florida — The Florida Department of Health in Marion County (DOH-Marion) is issuing a rabies alert in Marion County in response to a confirmed case of rabies in a cat that was killed in the Citra area off NE 30th Court on September 10, 2024. DOH-Marion is monitoring rabies among wild animal...

13/09/2024

05/09/2024

Remember this and how outraged the community was?

Michael Tarver hired attorney Edwin A. Bayo´ of whom used to provide advice and representation to regulatory boards under the umbrella of the Department of Health.

04/09/2024

Read the article, tell us what you think. The property owner, who is now deceased, left the property to his son. The son permitted Donna to set up camp on the private property.

The Citrus County government is cracking down, and criminalizing homelessness. Donna Darwin A.K.A Donna Collins, a homeless woman who has been staying at a homeless camp located at 4765 Yale Lane in Hernando with several other homeless individuals, was forced to leave the property. The property owne...

02/09/2024

American labor has raised the nation’s standard of living and contributed to the greatest production the world has ever known and the labor movement has brought us closer to the realization of our traditional ideals of economic and political democracy. It is appropriate, therefore, that the nation pays tribute on Labor Day to the creator of so much of the nation's strength, freedom, and leadership – the American worker.

31/08/2024

The deputy could not believe what he saw when he walked up to the car.

Ocala, Florida — On August 27, 2024, an Ocala woman was arrested and accused of driving under the influence of alcohol. Even more shocking, she had two young children in the car. According to the arrest affidavit obtained by Ocala Post, the investigation began after authorities received a 911 call...

30/08/2024

Starting today, Ocala Post will begin ! This means we will share a previously written article that was widely read.

Recently, the Ocala Police Department conducted a recorded undercover prostitution operation in a three-block radius of South Pine Avenue, Ocala. In one incident, an undercover officer posing as a “John” met with a known pr******te in the area, Lindsay Wilson, 28. Wilson told the “John” that...

28/08/2024

Read the article, what do you think? "Gross Mismanagement, competition, inflation, and other factors brought down Red Lobster."

In May of 2024, Red Lobster announced it was closing several locations across the United States one week after it announced the company was filing for bankruptcy. Now, the seafood restaurant has announced it will close even more locations. A recent court filing shows that the company is rejecting th...

27/08/2024

Read the article, tell us what you think! (Four students were issued civil citations and will be arrested if... )

Ocala, Florida — Five students were cited and one was arrested following a fight at a Marion County high school Monday. The incident happened at West Port High School. Authorities said during the fight one of the students injured the school’s principal. Four students were issued civil citations ...

17/08/2024

According to reports, Harris was located on the ground in the...

Floral City — On Saturday, Citrus County deputies responded to a call in reference to a man who had intentionally shot himself. Upon arrival, deputies learned that Henry Harris, 59, of Floral City, had threatened su***de and had shot himself in the forearm. According to reports, Harris was located...

17/08/2024

Who do you prefer? Despite many retailers shuttering stores due to economic conditions, ALDI is doubling down on.. ..

In March, ALDI announced it entered into and finalized a definitive agreement to acquire Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket as part of a larger divestiture of Southeastern Grocers to various entities. The acquisition continues the growth of ALDI, expanding its ability to serve the region with great....

16/08/2024

Read the article, tell us what you think!

Florida natives know the phrase “shopping is a pleasure” is associated with entering the front doors and heading straight to the bakery counter for their free chocolate chip cookie for their children. However, “shopping is a pleasure” has been overshadowed by Publix customer’s increased sp...

16/08/2024

Each month, sponsor HCA Florida Healthcare, which operates HCA Florida Ocala Hospital and HCA Florida West Marion Hospital, will provide a winning teacher... HCA Florida Healthcare

Ocala – HCA Florida Ocala Hospital, HCA Florida West Marion Hospital, and the Public Education Foundation of Marion County (PEFMC) announced today the launch of Thank a Teacher, a partnership to celebrate dedicated educators. Each month, sponsor HCA Florida Healthcare, which operates HCA Florida O...