Joe Byrnes
ReporterJoe Byrnes came to WMFE/WMFV from the Ocala Star-Banner and The Gainesville Sun, where he worked as a reporter and editor for several years. Joe graduated from Loyola University in New Orleans and turned to journalism after teaching. He enjoys freshwater fishing and family gatherings.
Recent Stories from Joe Byrnes
Man suspected of crashing into Ocala church and starting fire is accused of hate crimes
Marion County sheriff’s officials say the man told them he was on a mission when he drove a white minivan through the front door of Queen of Peace Catholic Church, poured gas on the floor and ignited it.
Sabatini loses case against Leon County mask ordinance
At the beginning, the Zoom hearing was marred by music, coarse language and pornography. A reporter for Politico tweeted a video of the bizarre interlude.
Marion County Commission candidate Craig Curry is ill with COVID-19
The former Ocala mayor and his wife, who also tested positive, have been in quarantine since the onset of symptoms. But in the days before that, Curry was at public events without a mask.
Doctor, teachers question Marion County’s school reopening plan amid ‘Hurricane Corona’
School Board Chairman Eric Cummings said the whole plan — even the start date — is flexible during what he calls “Hurricane Corona.”
Lake County letter to DeSantis: Confederate statue has no place in its history museum
The commission voted last July to welcome the statue despite vocal opposition. But last month, amid anti-racism protests, the board had a change of heart.
DeSantis: Trump not trying to minimize COVID-19 by saying 99% of cases ‘totally harmless’
Gov. Ron DeSantis said he doesn’t think President Trump was trying to minimize the pandemic when he said 99 percent of cases are “totally harmless.”
Georgia driver accused of shooting at vehicles on I-75
Miguel Espinoza Navarro is being held without bail on several charges, including aggravated assault and resisting an officer.
