The Marion County Public School Board unanimously agreed to move forward with constructing the third floor a the new South Marion High School that would increase the school’s capacity by 700 student stations.
The City of Ocala Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved recommending a request for a church to have off-site parking at a public hearing on April 13, 2026.
The City of Ocala Planning and Zoning Commission approved the Ocala Vision 2050 draft, as the municipality had developed strategies to adapt to the forthcoming changes and growth of the area.
The UF/IFAS NFREC-SV is hosting a community day Saturday for locals to come to the farm and learn about the research and impact of the center.
There were 35 non-instructional employees laid off by the Marion County Public School District. Several people came to speak before the school board on the issue at the April 14, 2026, meeting.
Job seekers facing barriers to employment will have the opportunity to meet hiring employers, receive job coaching and potentially secure on-the-spot job offers during a Nationwide Days of Second Chances job fair on April 23.
Programs focusing on trade skills allow students to earn certifications so they can become successful members of the workforce after graduation.
April is Water Conservation Month, a critical issue for the residents of the Ocala area in the midst of overuse and drought conditions.
Those with a suspended license, nearing a suspension or in past-due collections can get things cleared up and possibly save some money April 20-24.
The expansion of Ocala’s Freedom Public Library means so much more to the community than just enlarging the facility.