FHP: No charges in accident; lack of evidence
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Ocala, Florida -- The Florida Highway Patrol has released the report on an accident that occurred on May 2.
This crash...
Marion County Fire Rescue toy drive
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Ocala, Florida -- Marion County Fire Rescue wants to make sure that all children in Marion County have a toy...
Unbelievable act of kindness from firefighters after man sustained serious injuries
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Belleview, Florida -- While an elderly man was mowing his yard Friday morning he fell and suffered serious injuries.
Marion County...
911: It is supposed to save lives, not cost you your life
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Ocala, Florida -- Since the transfer of 911 dispatch services from the Marion County Sheriff's Office to the county commissioners...
Marion County Fire Rescue & Marion County Sheriff’s Office, railroaded by county leaders
Ocala, Florida -- The Marion County Board of County Commissioners once again gave Marion County Sheriff, Chris Blair, an ultimatum in reducing his budget...
Mother involved in 225A crash died
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Ocala, Florida -- A mother who was critically injured following a two-vehicle crash on August 3, has died.
Florida Highway Patrol...
To the Editor: This is a life and death decision for us
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I recently read an article about many positive efforts to improve the economy of Marion County. I also read, and...
Firefighter’s house burnt down; neighbor saved his two dogs
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Umatilla, Florida -- Who do firefighters turn to when they need a hero? Other firefighters, of course.
On August 15, Marion...
To the Editor: Citizens & commissioners show little support for public safety
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Ocala, Florida -- It was a little disheartening to see all the Marion County citizens rally for the Confederate flag...
Big win for citizens: Staffing back at fire station 21, but not out of...
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Marion County -- Staffing levels at Marion County Fire Rescue station 21 are to return to normal on May 16 after...
Arsonist targeting law enforcement in Marion County
Ocala, Florida -- Marion County law enforcement are under attack, and this time it's not from the Commission.
Marion county has an arsonist that is...
Florida Association of Counties provided misleading data for MCFR and EMS
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Ocala, Florida -- A report recently issued by the Florida Association of Counties (FAC), claimed that Marion County is among...
MCSO receives salary adjustment for entry-level deputies
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Ocala, Florida -- For the first time in 11 years, the Marion County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) increased the agency’s starting...
Busy weekend for Marion County Fire Rescue
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Marion County, Florida – In less than 24 hours, Marion County Fire Rescue crews responded to three unrelated home fires.
The...
Fire crews had no choice; delayed response time to Monday’s tornado
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Ocala, Florida -- Marion County Fire Rescue specialty units had a delayed response to the EF-1 tornado that touched down...
Commissioners look toward sales tax increase for public safety
Ocala, Florida -- Marion County Commissioners unanimously agreed last Tuesday to schedule a workshop to discuss placing a one cent sales tax increase on...
Winter and holiday safety tips from Marion County Fire Rescue
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Marion County Fire Rescue Press Release – During this winter season, Marion County citizens will be busy cooking for...
1 person arrested, 1 remains hospitalized after CR 484 crash
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Ocala, Florida -- On Friday, Marion County Sheriff's Deputies and Marion County Fire Rescue responded to a two-vehicle crash on...
MCFR: Driver failed to yield; struck rescue vehicle
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Ocala, Florida -- Emergency vehicles, including police, fire, and ambulances, respond to calls throughout the county every day. While...
MCFR fire chief candidate accused of harassment against women and lack of higher education
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Ocala, Florida -- On August 26, acting County Administrator Mounir Bouyounes selected Deputy Fire Chief Paul Nevels as the candidate...
