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Local
2 years ago
Florida announces disaster food assistance program for hurricane victims

Pre-registration and phased rollouts start Oct. 28, 2024, for eligible households in disaster-declared counties including Citrus, Dixie, Gilchrist, Hernando, Lake, and Levy.

Local
2 years ago
Withlacoochee River flooding prompts road closures and curfew in Citrus County

Curfew and road closures implemented as rising Withlacoochee River floods roads and boat ramps in Citrus County; residents urged to stay out of impacted areas.

Education
2 years ago
Marion County approves $1.74 million contract to tackle school bus driver shortage

New contract aims to improve transportation for Marion Technical Institute students, addressing inconsistent routes and ensuring quicker access to educational services.

Local
2 years ago
REMINDER: Marion County emergency ordinance for storm debris cleanup in effect

Marion County continues storm debris collection with drop-off sites available until October 27.

Local
2 years ago
FDOT promotes alternative transportation during 9th annual Mobility Week

Mobility Week will take place Oct. 25 through Nov. 2

Local
2 years ago
Community rallies to restore Marion County Sexual Assault Center as services continue at new location

Marion County works to reopen its Sexual Assault Center as community partnerships provide interim support and critical resources for victims.

Entertainment
2 years ago
Gainesville mayor to present key to city to Hot Water Music in honor of 30-year anniversary

This week is a big deal for punk rock fans and the Gainesville music scene as FEST begins, honoring one of the city’s most celebrated bands.

Local
2 years ago
Marion County man wins $1 million prize in Florida Lottery scratch-off game

Hubert Wilkerson, 64, of Summerfield, claims $1 million prize from the Florida Lottery’s 500X THE CASH Scratch-Off game, opting for a lump-sum payment of $640,000.

Community
2 years ago
Lady Lake Library begins expansion project, parking changes announced

Construction of the library’s $1 million expansion begins Oct. 28 with new children’s library and increased public spaces planned.

Local
2 years ago
Wildwood asks residents to prepare vegetative debris for final hurricane cleanup

Residents should stack leftover plant debris in rows along the road’s edge, but not on the street.