Marion County Public Schools kicked off the 2025-2026 school year with 40,461 students returning to classrooms, marking a smooth and successful start. From safe bus rides across 1,650 square miles to thousands of healthy meals served, the day showcased the dedication of more than 3,500 staff members — even as challenges like late buses, crowded carlines, and missing immunizations arose.
The executive committe of the Early Learning Coalition of Marion County Board of Directors has named LaTrisha Sims interim CEO.
Marion County Fire Rescue crews swiftly contained a Belleview mobile home fire Monday morning, preventing it from spreading to nearby homes and trees.
South Ocala Elementary School welcomed students back for the first day of the 2025–26 school year with bright smiles, new backpacks, and an unmistakable sense of excitement.
A pavement preservation treatment of a roadway in south Marion to extend the life of the roadway surface will begin Aug. 13,
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office reported several arrests this week tied to separate cases of battery, fleeing law enforcement, attempted burglary and property damage.
Ocala homebuyers just got a break. Mortgage rates dropped to 6.57%—the lowest in 10 months—saving buyers up to $81 a month compared to rates earlier this year. With more homes for sale than buyers, now may be the perfect time to negotiate a deal before the market shifts again.
OXFORD, FL (352today.com) – The Sumter County Board of County Commissioners has approved the removal […]
A man shot is being charged with second degree murder after a woman was found shot and dead in a dwelling in Homosassa Springs.
Ocala’s first week of school brings hot, humid days with daily chances for afternoon thunderstorms.