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Community
3 years ago
White Cane Day events aim to increase awareness about people with visual impairments

“So much of the time we’re invisible,” said Donna Evans, President of The Villages Visually Impaired Persons Group. She helped organize a White Cane Walk for Friday, Oct. 13, at the Lake Sumter Landing in The Villages.

Community
3 years ago
Flashing beacons installed at Alachua County school crossings to protect student pedestrians

Last week, three Alachua County Public School crosswalks received Rapid Rectangular Flashing Beacons (RRFBs) to improve safety for students crossing the street.

Community
3 years ago
How you can help make the dying wish of a 12-year-old girl continue to come true

Stop Children’s Cancer has set a goal to raise $10,000 during Bonnie’s Birthday Bash this month. Donations are down this year and the nonprofit is asking for your help.

Community
3 years ago
Gainesville to install native wildflower garden for bees

Bees and other pollinators will receive a new safe haven in Gainesville on Oct. 21 as the first Bee City USA native wildflower garden takes root.

Community
3 years ago
Lake County Animal Shelter modifies operations to contain spread of contagious disease

The Lake County Animal Shelter has stopped accepting dogs due to multiple confirmed cases of canine pneumovirus.

Community
3 years ago
Gainesville to hold three Indigenous peoples’ celebrations this month

All three events, including two with live performances from local Native dancers and drummers, will be free and open the public.

Community
3 years ago
Amazon launches test satellites for its planned internet service to compete with SpaceX

Amazon plans to begin offering service by the end of next year.

Community
3 years ago
Stroll downtown Ocala and enjoy the sights and sounds of ‘First Friday Art Walk’

The event includes over 30 artist displays, live entertainment, free family art activities and extended hours at local businesses.

Community
3 years ago
REMINDER: Ocala residents can get rid of old tires this Saturday

Ocala’s “Tire Amnesty Day” is this Saturday, Oct. 7, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Find out where you can discard your used tires for FREE.

Community
3 years ago
UPDATE: Mojo’s raises $4,000 for employee who lost home, pets in fire

56-year-old Millie works in the prep kitchen at Mojo’s Grill & Catering. She recently lost her home and pets in a fire. The wait staff came up with the idea to do a fundraiser for their co-worker.