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Local
2 weeks ago
Marion County JROTC Programs Enjoy Field Day at Ocala-Marion County Veterans Memorial Park

Marion County JROTC programs participated in Operation Appreciation at the Ocala-Marion County Veterans Memorial Park.

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Local
2 weeks ago
Questions Remain as Dunnellon City Council Holds Public Hearing on Railroad Tie Fire

Dunnellon City Council held a public hearing with much of the discussion centering around what should be done concerning the Feb. 1, 2026, railroad tie fire, and if it was possible to join Marion County’s injunction.

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Community
2 weeks ago
Citrus County Commissioners Approve Construction of New Animal Services Facility

The Citrus County Board of County Commissioners approved construction of a new Citrus County Animal Services facility on March 10, 2026.

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Health & Wellness
2 weeks ago
Panel Discussion and Book Launch to Explore Dementia Care and Aging Support in Ocala

Author and realtor David Culbreath celebrates the launch of his book on caring for elders with dementia by hosting a panel of experts on the subject in Ocala on March 12.

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Entertainment
2 weeks ago
Arching Oaks Japanese Art & Culture Center’s Inaugural Japan Festival Comes to Downtown Eustis March 28

The Arching Oaks Japanese Art & Cultural Center’s Japan Festival Eustis takes over downtown for a day of education and entertainment.

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Education
2 weeks ago
Marion County Public School Board Work Session Focuses on Discussions, Details and Decisions

Last Thursday’s Marion County Public School Board work session addressed some of the questions regarding elementary schools on the county’s Northend, but more input is needed.

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Business
3 weeks ago
Florida Dept. of Transportation to Host Industry Hiring Event in Wildwood March 16

Two contacting companies who are actively hiring will be on hand at the Florida Department of Transportation’s Road to Your Future event in Wildwood March 16.

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Education
3 weeks ago
The Marion County Public School Board Receives an Athletic Update During their Work Session

Marion County Public Schools Athletic Director Donnie Tucker gave an update on athletic projects at the March 6, 2026, MCPS workshop session.

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Community
3 weeks ago
Dinner to Commemorate Inaugural Inductee Class for Marion County Veterans Hall of Fame Set for March 19

The Marion County Veterans Hall of Fame has become a reality, and will induct its first 12 members on March 19, 2026, at a dinner and ceremony at the Southeastern Livestock Pavilion.

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Entertainment
3 weeks ago
WEEKEND TOP PICKS: Local Artistry, Strawberry Festival and Carnival

Celebrate the weekend with local artistry, a strawberry festival and a carnival celebrating its 20th anniversary.