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Community
5 months ago
Second Rabies Alert Issued for Marion County in Less than a Week

The Florida Department of Health in Marion County has announced a 60-day rabies alert for part of Ocala.

Local
5 months ago
Lake County to Release 2026 “Adopt-a-Lake” Calendar on Dec. 3

Lake County’s Adopt-a-Lake Calendar came from nearly 200 photos submitted by the public, and more than 2,600 public votes on the favorites.

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Business
5 months ago
Marion Planning and Zoning Approves Recommendation for Ocklawaha Alcohol Sales Permit

The Marion County Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval for a special use permit for a business that would allow them to sell and have on-site consumption of alcohol within 1,000 feet of three religious institutions. The recommendation will now go before the Board of County Commissioners.

Community
5 months ago
City of Wildwood Invites Applications for Commission Seat 2

The Wildwood City Commission is looking for applicants to fill the vacant Seat 2 following the retirement of former Mayor Pro Tem Pamala Harrison-Blivins.

Community
5 months ago
From Your Sink to Our Streets: The Journey of Cooking Grease

Ocala Water Resources is holding a Fat, Oil and Grease (FOG) Collection Event on Saturday, Nov. 29 to help keep the community’s water getting where it needs to go.

Business
5 months ago
Florida Small Business Network Encourages Buying Local on Small Business Saturday

The Florida Small Business Development Center encourages residents to shop local and independent to support their hometown economies during Small Business Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025.

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Holiday Guide
5 months ago
Light Up Ocala: Historic Downtown Gets its Traditional Seasonal Shimmer

Light Up Ocala illuminated local businesses, performers and the community during the tree lighting ceremony on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025.

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Education
5 months ago
Marion County Schools Update Focuses on Communication and Partnerships

Marion County Public Schools expands partnerships, improves communication and increases community engagement.

Community
5 months ago
Alachua County to Counter SNAP Disruptions with Fresh Produce Distribution

Alachua County is partnering with Frog Song Organics, various local organizations and farmers’ markets to distribute fresh produce to those whose SNAP benefits have been delayed or disrupted.

Marion County Growth Services building exterior with department names listed on facade.
Local
5 months ago
Marion County to Consider Special Use Permit for Ocklawaha Business for Alcohol Sales

The Marion County Planning and Zoning board will consider a special use permit request by a business that would allow them to sell and have on-site consumption, within 1,000 feet of three houses of worship.

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