Antoinette B. David Nov 1, 2009
Survivors include her sons, Robert F. David and wife Dale of Frostproof and Dennis N. David and wife Ilonka of Ocala; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, Nov. 3, at Catholic Church of the Holy Spirit with the Rev. Anthony Bluett as celebrant. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Holly Hill manager search nearly complete Nov 1, 2009
She took the job in 2000 after working for five years as assistant city manager of Ocala. Wingo also has experience in education, having worked as assistant to the president of Central Florida Community College and as a member of the Alachua County School Board. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Jacqueline Prine (39) Oct 29, 2009
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2009 6:09 AM EDT Jacqueline Jackie C. Prine, 86, of Fort Meade, died of heart failure Oct. 25, 2009, in Ocala ... Mrs. Prine moved to Ocala from Fort Meade in 1999. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Olympia sweeps district golf titles Oct 29, 2009
The girls head to Ocala next week to play in the Florida High School State Tournament on Tuesday and Wednesday. Celebrating Olympia's district boys golf title are (l-r) Steven Yang, Davis Hall, Coach Kevin McElveen, Alan Schneider, Mikey Hauer and Joey Petronio. (Winter Garden West Orange Times, FL)
Bulldogs, Pirates absorb losses Oct 28, 2009
Sandalwood, coached by Adam Geis, is 5-2 after coming up with a 30-10 win this past week over Ocala Forest where it forced four turnovers. NEWS. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Ruth Farrell Bleau (6) Oct 27, 2009
She is survived by her daughter Rhonda (Timothy) Kelly of Ocala Florida, Daughter Carol (Clayton) Bolden of Mansfield Ohio, and son Robert ( Paula) Bleau of Ocala Florida and one sister Nancy Sheffer of Germantown NY. Seven grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded by her parents, brother and one granddaughter. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
David Plazas: Domestic violence plagues Lee County, SW Fla. Oct 26, 2009
What led to this focus on domestic violence was the recent murders of the Damas family Guerline and her five children, allegedly at the hand of her husband and Martha Torres formerly of Fort Myers, whose husband chased her to Ocala and killed her and then himself. Linda Oberhaus, executive director of the Shelter for Abused Women ren, outlined several points for dealing with domestic violence, which include: that the victims are safe, that the batterers are punished, that providers ask the... (The News-Press -- Opinion)
Iraq casualties Oct 25, 2009
Forces: U.S. tion/Casualties - Special Reports from CNN.com. There have been 4,671 coalition deaths -- 4,354 Americans, two Australians, one Azerbaijani, 179 Britons, 13 Bulgarians, one Czech, seven Danes, two Dutch, two Estonians, one Fijian, five Georgians, one Hungarian, 33 Italians, one Kazakh, three Latvians, 22 Poles, three Romanians, five Salvadoran, four Slovaks, one South Korean, 11 Spaniards, two Thai and 18 Ukrainians -- in the Iraq war as of October 23, 2009, according to a CNN... (CNN -- Specials)
Bartow Commissioners Approve Three-Day Bike Fest For January Oct 23, 2009
Leesburg, Ocala and Plant City have had successful bike fests, she said. We would definitely ensure that it s a family event, Ms. Dorminy told the commission. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Commitment: USF game was real intense Oct 22, 2009
Date: Oct 21, 2009 Chris Veron is one of the top kicking prospects in the entire state of Florida this year and Scout caught up with the USF commitment from Ocala Forest to discuss the latest. Please or to read the rest of this story. (CollegeInsiders.com)
Owls Picked 4th By Coaches in Sun Belt Preseason Poll Oct 21, 2009
Chancellor Dugan will begin her 11th season as head coach of the Owls on November 13 against Webber International. Senior Brittany Bowe selected to Third Team All-Conference. (Fausports.com)
Lady Owls Begin Practice For Upcoming Season Oct 18, 2009
Bowe also was a big contributor last season as the Ocala, FL native led the team in assists per game (3. 7) and steals per game (2. (Fausports.com)
No. 17 FSU Trounces Terps, 3-0 Oct 17, 2009
But at Maryland, the Ocala, Fla. native felt good enough to don the garnet and gold and check into a match for the first time as a junior. (Seminoles.com)
CU seeks more than $52,000 from fired professor Oct 15, 2009
"Friesan Fire is doing extremely well training at the Vinery in Ocala," Porter noted on his farm's website. "He will go to a trainer soon. We plan on running him once this year and the main goal, if he is doing well, is the Donn.". (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
1953 Robbery InspiredYouth Ranches Program Oct 15, 2009
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2009 6:10 AM EDT When two teenagers one of them a 16-year-old girl who was seven months pregnant robbed a convenience store in Ocala in 1953, they could not have known that their crime would be the inspiration for a youth program that has reached more than 100,000 troubled young people in Florida. The two were arrested in Texas, and two Florida sheriffs Ed Blackburn of Hillsborough County and Don McLeod of Marion County drove out to bring them back to Florida. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Adding Talent Oct 14, 2009
The Razorbacks staff is also known to be very interested in Ocala (Fla. Central Community College power forward (6-8, 238) a former AAU teammate of current UA freshman and someone who will sign late. (HawgsIllustrated.com)
Scenic bear byway gets grant; celebration planned Oct 14, 2009
WHEN: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 24; 45-minute ribbon-cutting ceremony, 11 a.m.; free lunch, noon-2 p.m.; children's activities, boat tours, kayak and canoe rides, 1-4 p.m.; van tours of key points in the Ocala National Forest, 1:15-3:30 p.m.. WHERE: Camp Ocala, off State Road 19 south of State Road 40 near Altoona ... It features some of the state's most cherished land, including Ocala National Forest. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Grayson Defends "Die Quickly" Remarks Oct 13, 2009
Grayson has always had a reputation for being brash, but few outside his district, which stretches from Orlando to Ocala, knew who he was until now. Hardcore Democrats are rallying around him. (CBS News)
News-Journal wins top award from Florida Bar Oct 13, 2009
Three other newspapers were also recognized for outstanding journalism highlighting Florida's system of law and justice, including the Daily Business Review, the Ocala Star-Banner and the St. Petersburg Times. The St. Petersburg Times received honorable mention for newspapers and periodicals over 50,000 circulation. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Seminoles 14th At Tar Heel Oct 12, 2009
Freshman (Ocala, Fla. closed out her first season in strong fashion with scores of 75-76-76 for a 227 total. (Seminoles.com)
Golf In 10th At Tar Heel Oct 11, 2009
Florida State University Official Athletic Site. Join the Florida State Athletics Department to unite the Seminole fan base across all sports. (Seminoles.com)
Tebow or not Tebow? Oct 10, 2009
A hot prospect out of Ocala Trinity Catholic High, Brantley was named the 2006 Gatorade National Player of the Year and rated the third-best high school quarterback by Rivals. com. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Sports)
Seminoles' Golf In 6th At Tar Heel Oct 10, 2009
Freshman (Ocala, Fla. continued her stellar play as she carded a three-over par score of 75 and finished the first round in a tie for 37th place. (Seminoles.com)
Golden Torch Gala... Oct 9, 2009
Tacetta, an Ocala, Fla. native, earned his second Golden Torch Award. (Seminoles.com)
With help from biologists, residents find life 'bear-able' Oct 8, 2009
It joins 2,100 acres owned by Progress Energy that connect to a corridor of conservation land that stretches from the Wekiva River north to the Ocala National Forest ... He then relocated it to a remote area of the Ocala National Forest, but not before placing a tag in the bear's ear so its future behavior can be tracked. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Edwardo Loco Bird Nerio Oct 8, 2009
Gloria Cantu of Ocala, Olga Nerio of Lake Wales, Janie Nerio of Frostproof, Elva Nerio of Lake Wales; brothers Amadeo Nerio of Kansas, Carlos Nerio of Texas, Antonio Nerio of Haines City, Jorge Nerio of Lake Wales, Eddie Nerio of Texas, Rogelio Nerio of Michigan, and Juan Vera of Texas. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 7, at Marion Nelson Funeral Home in Lake Wales. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Weekend Warriors Oct 8, 2009
1 average) and two touchdowns as Trinity (Ocala, Fla. won 44-7 over South Sumter, according to the Ocala Star-Banner. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
INTO THE SPOTLIGHT Oct 7, 2009
Since arriving at Trinity Catholic High School in Ocala, and then backing off a Texas commitment and choosing Florida, Brantley has been "the next Tim Tebow." He was the Gatorade national player of the year in 2006. As a junior, he threw for 2,835 yards and 41 touchdowns with five interceptions. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Women's Golf 2nd At Eat A Peach Oct 6, 2009
Freshman (Ocala, Fla. finished in a tie for 17th place to earn her third consecutive top 20 individual finish. (Seminoles.com)
Haas surges to win after Watson fades Oct 5, 2009
Mina Hardin shot a 3-under 69 to share medalist honors with three others in the US Women s Mid-Amateur in Ocala, Fla. Hardin matched Laura Ladden, Jennifer Lucas, and Meghan Stasi at 2-over 146. (Boston Globe)
Satellite graduate killed in battle Oct 5, 2009
and maternal grandparents James and Mary Wilson of Ocala. Contact Spitzer at 242-3722 or. (Florida Today)
Archives Highlight Roadside Attractions Before Disney Oct 4, 2009
In 1963, Six Gun Territory opened in Ocala. This attraction offered vacationers a Wild West town experience complete with saloons, gun fights, stage coach rides, and a sky ride until it closed in 1984. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Bears prowl DeBary neighborhood Oct 3, 2009
News - newsjournalonline. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2009. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Florida getting Brantley ready if Tebow can't play Oct 1, 2009
Brantley, a third-year sophomore from Ocala, has taken most of the snaps for the top-ranked Gators this week and could be the one directing coach Urban Meyer's offense in what looks like the toughest test of the season for the defending national champions. The Gators (4-0) aren't worried a bit, either. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Ocala, the Easy Day Trip from Orlan... Sep 30, 2009
Ocala, the Easy Day Trip from Orlando. Ocala, the Easy Day Trip from Orlando ... Paddle a canoe in Silver River State Park in an attempt to spot a monkey and enjoy lunch in downtown Ocala, an easy day trip from Orlando, Florida. (Suite101.com)
Nancy Grace denies abuse allegations in Duckett case Sep 30, 2009
OCALA - Cable TV talking head Nancy Grace denies that she subjected the mother of a missing child to mental abuse during a testy taped interview that preceded the young mother's suicide. In a routine motion filed last week in a wrongful-death civil suit in federal court in Ocala, lawyers for Melinda Duckett's estate attached Grace's responses to their interrogatories, a set of written queries that Grace and her lawyers were required to answer. (FOX61, CT)
Silva Leads Golf To Title Sep 30, 2009
Freshman (Ocala, Fla. earned the second top 20 finish of her career with a tied for 19th place standing in the individual standings. (Seminoles.com)
Seminole Golf In 1st Place Sep 26, 2009
Freshman (Ocala, Fla. is in a tie for 13th place after carding a three-over par 75. (Seminoles.com)
Private funeral for Travolta son Sep 24, 2009
The service at Travolta's house near Ocala took place six days after the boy died in the Bahamas. Jett, who had a history of seizures, was on holiday with his father, his mother Kelly Preston and his sister Ella Bleu when he died. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Two detained over Travolta 'scam' Sep 24, 2009
Jett's body was cremated in the Bahamas and his ashes were returned to Florida, where a memorial service was held near the family home near Ocala. Jett was the only son of 54-year-old film star John Travolta and his wife Kelly Preston, 46. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
HCA, Humana sign two-year agreement Sep 23, 2009
It also includes Lake City Medical Center, Ocala Regional Medical Center, Gulf Coast Hospital, Capital Regional Medical Center and West Florida Hospital for Medicare products; and North Florida Endoscopy Center and North Florida Surgical Pavilion for Medicare and commercial products. HCA Florida affiliated facilities include 40 hospitals, 32 ambulatory surgery centers, 22 diagnostic imaging facilities and five consolidated service centers. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Scouts: Florida defense » Sep 23, 2009
The Red Raiders have commitments from four-star Under Armour All-American receiver (Ocala, Fla. Trinity Catholic) and three-star pass-catcher (Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
States of recruiting: Fla. offense » Sep 22, 2009
Texas Tech commit (Ocala, Fla. Trinity Catholic) is a total football player at the position. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Sex offender helps others find suitable housing Sep 22, 2009
"The Everglades and the Ocala National Forest is about the only place sex offenders can live," Purdy said with a hint of sarcasm in his voice. Some cities, like Deltona and Ormond Beach, have increased that buffer -- something Young says is good for his business because it forces offenders out of certain areas and "clusters" them in others. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
7 people sent to hospital after interstate crash Sep 20, 2009
(AP) -- Authorities say four passengers were ejected from a car after an accident on Interstate 75 near Ocala that sent seven people to the hospital with injuries. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, 30-year-old Beverly Black was driving a van Thursday night when she apparently lost control and drove into the path of a semi truck. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Gators get tough test from Vols on way to 23-13 win Sep 20, 2009
" Florida (3-0) beat the Vols (1-2) for the fifth year in a row but was far from perfect even though it now has a school-record 13-game winning streak. For the first time in the series, UF leads UT 20-19, including wins in 18 of the last 24 meetings. As expected, Tebow (14 of 19, 115 yards passing and 24 rushes for 76 yards) played a major role especially in a bruising third quarter in which he carried eight times for 40 yards and completed 6 of 7 pass attempts. But he also had some bad moments... (USA Today -- Sports)
Florida finishes strong, tops Vols Sep 20, 2009
But UT's Daniel Lincoln, a native of Ocala, had field goals of 24 and 20 yards and it was a 7-point game at the half. "They played a lot better than they did on film," said Haden. (Florida Today)
Gamecocks Set for FAU Saturday Sep 19, 2009
They include (Altamonte Springs), and (Clearwater), (Fort Myers), (Hollywood), , , , , and (Jacksonville), (Jacksonville Beach), (Lutz), (Madison), (Naples), and (Ocala), (Orlando), (Palm Harbor), and (Tampa). LAST TIME OUT: GEORGIA. (Uscsports.com)
Toast of the Coast: Pay tribute to Woodstock at Caf Unique Sep 17, 2009
The cars have a lot more power than grip, which means Berkowitz and his new red baby will be doing some exciting turns as they race in Sebring, Ocala Grand Prix and other points in the Sunshine State. "Since I'm busy with my restaurant, I don't think I'll get out of the state of Florida, but that's good enough for me.". (Florida Today)
Naked man riding motorcycle charged with DUI Sep 17, 2009
Place an obit: (559) 441-6228. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Fresno Bee)
City water, wastewater rates could increase Sep 16, 2009
These rates are higher than some cities, such as Ocala, but lower than other places, such as High Springs, Woodcock said. Also, vacant resident rates would be increased based on the percentage of users. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Women's Golf Finishes Second Sep 15, 2009
" Freshman (Ocala, Fla.) earned the best individual score of the final round as she carded a four-under par 68 to finish with a two-over par total of 218 and in a tie for 16th place. She earned six birdies in the third round including three over the course of her final seven holes to move to four-under par. Negron began the final round in a tie for 45th place and moved up 29 spots in the individual standings with her play in the final round. Junior (Santiago, Chile) finished in a tie for 10th... (Seminoles.com)
Friday Night Feats - Week 1 Sep 11, 2009
Player Name Chris AlexanderGrade 12Position QBTeam Union CountyOpponent Ocala ForestFinal Score: 27-24What was the Friday Night Feat ... Player Name Bryan HolmesGrade 11Position WR,FS,KRTeam Union County HighOpponent Ocala Forest HighFinal Score: Union27-Forest24What was the Friday Night Feat ... Player Name Leo BurgessGrade 12Position RBTeam Ocala VanguardOpponent West PortFinal Score: 31-0What was the Friday Night Feat. (Miami Sports -- Rivals.com)
Prescription abuse focus of Recovery Month conference Sep 11, 2009
Davies, an assistant professor of psychiatry at the University of Florida, talks about his recovery when working with clients now at a treatment facility in the Ocala National Forest. He is also past medical director of the Stewart-Marchman Center, now Stewart-Marchman-Act Behavioral Healthcare. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Buyers Remain Largely in the Driver's Seat Sep 11, 2009
Other Florida cities with a percentage of discount in the top 25 nationally were Naples, Daytona Beach, Miami-Fort Lauderdale, Panama City, Punta Gorda, Melbourne, Ocala, Tampa, Jacksonville, Port St. Lucie, Gainesville, and Lakeland. In California, the situation is swinging in the other direction. (Realtor Magazine Online)
How nation's best played » Sep 8, 2009
How top recruits fared over the weekend - ESPN. Updated: September 7, 2009, 2:29 PM ET. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Debts closing in on photographer Annie Leibovitz Sep 6, 2009
At a bankruptcy court hearing, Magna attorney Brian Rosen said an auction Wednesday morning resulted in a top bid of more than $8 million for an undeveloped tract in Ocala, Fla. on which Magna had once hoped to build a race track or a horse training facility. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Verl W. Gruver Sep 5, 2009
Service: 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 6, Roberts Funeral Home, Bruce Chapel West, 6241 S.W. SR 200, Ocala ... In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorials be made to Hospice of Marion County PO Box 4860 Ocala, Fl 34478 ... He was a member of Countryside Presbyterian Church, Ocala, the American Legion, the NRA, the Iowa Electrical Engineers and was a farmer and enjoyed following politics. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Sheriff: Hundreds of animals found in filth Aug 30, 2009
Officials say the animals, covered in feces, were kept in crates and pens. Video: Crime & courts. (MSNBC -- Crime)
Barker-Karpis Gang, Public Enemies,... Aug 30, 2009
FBI agents killed Freddie Barker and his mother, Kate Barker, in Ocala, Florida on January 16, 1935. Karpis always claimed that Ma Barker was a simple old lady on the fringe of the gang s criminal career solely because she lived with them. (Suite101.com)
Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites Ocala,... Aug 30, 2009
Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites Ocala, Florida. Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites Ocala, Florida ... Located in the center of horse country, the Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites Ocala Conference Center is perfect for business, vacation and dining at Sky Asian Fusion. (Suite101.com)
Fort Meade To Fight To End FMPA Contract; Pickup Location Change Aug 27, 2009
The All Requirements Project (ARP) co-op was originally made up of 15 cities Fort Meade, Bushnell, Clewiston, Fort Pierce, Havana, Jacksonville, Key West, Kissimmee, Lake Worth, Leesburg, Newberry, Ocala, Starke, Vero Beach, and Green Cove Springs. As of yesterday, five of those had withdrawn: Fort Meade, Green Cove Springs, Starke, Vero Beach, and Lake Worth. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Horse track owner moving ahead on property sales Aug 27, 2009
At a bankruptcy court hearing, Magna attorney Brian Rosen said an auction Wednesday morning resulted in a top bid of more than $8 million for an undeveloped tract in Ocala, Fla ... 75 million bid from Stronach's Ocala Meadows Lands LLC. ... In approving the purchase, which is expected to close by Sept. 15, Walrath also signed off on expense reimbursements of up to $50,000 for Ocala Meadows, which Rosen credited with engaging in a lively auction process that resulted in Par Avenue's higher offer.... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Colonial BancGroup files for Chapter 11 protection Aug 26, 2009
Recent moves triggered by the Federal Housing Administration's Aug. 3 suspension of the privately held company's authority to issue FHA-insured loans "crippled the company's business operation," Ocala, Fla. -based Taylor Bean said. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Harbortown Canaveral Marina claims tournament Aug 24, 2009
Alan Friedenstab had 15 hits in 18 at-bats, and Rick Hankins had 16 hits in 21 at-bats as Harbortown defeated Double L Roofing of Altamonte Springs 9-8, Ottman Environmental of Ocala 12-8, Jarrett Ford of Lakeland 19-2 and Cardiac Kids of Orlando 17-10. lect> Add your comment (max {maxchars} characters) You must be logged in to leave a comment. (Florida Today)
