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A child’s hand rests on a car seat harness, a visual reminder of the importance of checking the back seat—especially on National Heatstroke Prevention Day, May 1.
Local
1 year ago
May 1 is National Heatstroke Prevention Day: A lifesaving reminder for families on the go

With temperatures rising, safety officials urge parents and caregivers to “look before you lock” and help prevent hot car tragedies.

Education
1 year ago
Danielle Brewer officially approved as interim superintendent of Marion County schools

School board vote finalizes leadership transition as Brewer prepares to take full reins in July.

Close-up of piano hammers captured by artist David Kellner, featured in Melodic Metamorphosis at The Brick Gallery in Downtown Ocala.
Entertainment
1 year ago
Melodic Metamorphosis exhibit opens during Ocala’s First Friday Art Walk

Interactive art, music, and poetry blend for a cause at The Brick Gallery.

Local
1 year ago
Parents file lawsuit against Marion school board two years after 10-year-old son’s suicide allegedly tied to teacher’s bullying

Lawsuit claims Legacy Elementary teacher publicly humiliated LJ for months while school officials ignored repeated parent complaints.

Local
1 year ago
CF Hampton Center briefly locked down during nearby police response

All students and staff safe as Ocala Police investigate incident near downtown campus.

Education
1 year ago
How youth programs and education are building Ocala’s future

Discover how Ocala is growing its future through young entrepreneurs, business innovation, and higher education partnerships.

Entertainment
1 year ago
‘The SpongeBob Musical’ is set to make a splash at The Civic May 1-18

Colorful characters, catchy music, and a message of community bring The SpongeBob Musical to life May 1-18 at Ocala Civic Theatre.

Local
1 year ago
Belleview celebrates 140 years with family fun, food, and festivities this Saturday

Belleview’s 140th birthday bash at Lake Lillian offers free family fun, live music, tasty food, and a chance to make history with a time capsule.

Little boy putting on his helmet.
Community
1 year ago
Students’ artwork hits the streets as FDOT celebrates safe cycling in Central Florida

New bike lane icons designed by elementary students unveiled during National Bike Month events in Ocala and beyond.

Community
1 year ago
Fourth graders dive into Marion County’s horse heritage at Black Stallion reading event

Students and parents experience hands-on lessons about horses, literacy, and career paths at Ocala Breeders’ Sales.