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Notice of Action: ESTATE OF PAULA SHELDON

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`IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MARION COUNTY, FLORIDA   CASE NO.: 2026-CA-000439   MIDFLORIDA CREDIT UNION, AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO COMMUNITY BANK AND TRUST OF FLORIDA, Plaintiff,   vs.   THE ESTATE OF

https://www.ocalapost.com/traffic-advisory-southbound-i-75-off-ramp-to-c-r-484-nighttime-closure-to-start-june-22/

Traffic Advisory: Southbound I-75 off-ramp to C.R. 484 nighttime closure to start June 22

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Motorists are advised that the southbound Interstate 75 (I-75) off ramp to County Road (C.R.) 484 at Exit 341 will close Monday night, June 22, for installation of traffic detection sensors. The closure may be extended to Tuesday night, June 23, if necessary. The closures will begin at 8 p.m. and

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https://www.ocalapost.com/man-struck-by-vehicle-killed-while-mowing-lawn/

Man struck by vehicle, killed while mowing lawn

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Ocala, Florida -- A Marion County man is facing a vehicular homicide charge after authorities say he drove off the roadway and struck a man operating a riding lawn mower, resulting in the victim's death. According to FHP officials, Gary Steve Rowell was arrested on June 17 and charged with

https://www.ocalapost.com/two-fhp-troopers-surrender-to-authorities-facing-multiple-felony-charges/

Two FHP troopers surrender to authorities, facing multiple felony charges

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Florida -- Two members of the Florida Highway Patrol surrendered to authorities Wednesday following an investigation that resulted in multiple felony charges, according to the Osceola County Sheriff's Office. FHP Captain Lenita King turned herself in and was booked into the Osceola County

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Is Marion County still the horse capital?

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Marion County, Florida -- For generations, Marion County has proudly carried the title of "Horse Capital of the World," a designation built on its vast horse farms, renowned Thoroughbred breeding operations, and deep-rooted equine culture. But as rapid development continues across Central

https://www.ocalapost.com/fabove-the-law-law-abiding-citizens-should-be-very-concerned/

Above the law? Law-Abiding citizens should be very concerned

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Florida -- Civil liberties advocates are sounding the alarm after Governor Ron DeSantis signed legislation that critics say tilts Florida's criminal justice system further in favor of law enforcement while reducing protections for citizens who may be subjected to unlawful  arrests or brutal

https://www.ocalapost.com/police-officer-arrested-crimes-against-children/

Police officer arrested, crimes against children

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Tampa, Florida -- A Tampa police officer has been fired and arrested after an Internet Crimes Against Children investigation uncovered what authorities describe as an unlawful relationship with a 16-year-old boy involving explicit communications, financial transactions, and allegations of

https://www.ocalapost.com/chrysler-recalls-over-1-million-vehicles/

Chrysler recalls over 1 million vehicles

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US — Stellantis, the parent company of Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram, has issued a massive safety recall affecting more than 1.07 million vehicles in the United States after federal regulators identified a defect that could increase the risk of vehicle fires, even when the vehicles are parked a

https://www.ocalapost.com/florida-cfo-says-citrus-county-wasted-39-million-in-taxpayer-money/

Florida CFO says Citrus County wasted $39 million in taxpayer money

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Citrus County — Citrus County taxpayers may have been footing the bill for what Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia describes as more than $39 million in excessive and wasteful government spending, according to findings released during his statewide Fiscal Accountability T

https://www.ocalapost.com/lawsuit-florida-property-tax-bill-could-be-misleading/

Lawsuit: Florida property tax bill could be misleading

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Florida — A growing legal challenge to a proposed Florida constitutional amendment aimed at reducing property taxes is raising questions about whether the wording presented to voters is impartial or designed to persuade support for the measure. The proposed amendment, backed by Gov. Ron D

https://www.ocalapost.com/florida-sheriff-throws-temper-tantrum-at-press-conference/

Florida sheriff throws temper tantrum at press conference

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Ocala, Florida — Marion County Sheriff Billy Woods is once again facing criticism after a tense exchange with a reporter during a recent press conference, renewing concerns among press freedom advocates about attempts by public officials to control questioning from the media. The press c

https://www.ocalapost.com/are-officials-using-fear-mongering-when-it-comes-to-voting-for-property-tax-cuts/

Are officials using fear-mongering when it comes to voting for property tax cuts?

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  Ocala, Florida — As Florida residents continue discussing proposals to reduce or eliminate property taxes, some Marion County officials and government advocates warn that public services could face funding challenges. Critics, however, argue that taxpayers are being asked to a

https://www.ocalapost.com/public-says-lawsuit-did-not-properly-address-corruption-within-sheriffs-office/

Public says lawsuit did not properly address corruption within sheriff's office

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Ocala, Florida -- A proposed settlement in a whistleblower lawsuit against the Marion County Sheriff's Office is drawing renewed attention to allegations that former jail officials ignored warnings about inmate medical care while retaliating against an employee who raised concerns. The

https://www.ocalapost.com/man-killed-father-buried-him-in-backyard/

Man killed father, buried him in backyard

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Dunnellon, Florida -- What began as a missing person investigation in Marion County has evolved into a homicide case after investigators accused a Dunnellon man of killing his father and burying his body on the property where the two lived. According to the Marion County Sheriff's Office,

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Wildwood's Fourth Annual Adult Egg Hunt

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Wildwood, Florida -- Wildwood's parks and recreation team has been planning its 2026 Flashlight Adult Egg Hunt since last year's concluded. "Each time we hold an event, we learn and look for ways to make the next one better," said Parks and Recreation Director Courtney Kellem. "Our adult

https://www.ocalapost.com/notice-to-creditors-estate-of-gary-b-slone/

NOTICE TO CREDITORS - ESTATE OF GARY B. SLONE

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MARION COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISIONFILE NO. 42-2026-CP-0011IN RE: ESTATE OF GARY B. SLONE, DECEASED. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The formal administration of the estate of Gary B. Slone, deceased, whose date of death November 12, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for