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Local
8 months ago
County Road 466/475 Roundabout Project in North Sumter County Enters Final Phase

The roundabout at C 466 and C 475 North near the Sumter/Marion County line is now open to traffic, and in the final phase of construction.

Community
8 months ago
Marion County Office of the County Engineer Works Toward Connecting the Corridors

Flyovers and interchange projects would make life much easier for commuters to get from one side of the county to another. The good news is that there are some projects planned, but they do take time.

A rider dressed from Willy Wonka competes in the 1st annual childrens charity classic in February 2025
Community
8 months ago
United Way of Marion County’s Themed Equestrian Children’s Charity Classic Event Puts the Fun in Fundraising

The 2nd Annual Children’s Charity Classic brings, family-friendly fantasy and nostalgia to an equestrian competition and fundraiser on Feb. 20.

A rendering of the Children's Library expansion.
Community
8 months ago
Lady Lake Library Celebrates Opening of Children’s Library with Open House Feb. 23

The Town of Lady Lake is celebrating the official opening and ongoing growth of its expanded Children’s Library on Feb. 23.

Estella Byrd Whitman Community Health Center CEO Levonda Goodson
Features
8 months ago
Who’s Who in the 352: Levonda Goodson, Estella Byrd Whitman Community Health Center

As CEO of Estella Byrd Whitman Community Health Center, Levonda Goodson helps keep west Ocala healthy.

Community
8 months ago
Precautionary Boil Water Notice Issued as Marion County Converts Wells as Part of Septic-to-Sewer Program

A boil water notice has been issued for parts of the Silver Springs Shores community as Marion County continues its septic-to-sewer program.

Firefighter watches a mobile home completely engulfed in flames with heavy smoke rising.
Crime & Safety
8 months ago
Voluntary Burn Ban in Effect for Marion County

A voluntary burn ban has been instituted in Marion County due to dry conditions.

Tall buildings, cranes, palms, turf and tapeta courses in the background, with horses racing over a dirt racetrack in front of a sizable finish line marker.
Local
8 months ago
Equine Groups Fight Decoupling Legislation that Endangers Marion County Legacy Industry

A bill has moved forward in the Florida State House of Representatives that would allow Florida thoroughbred tracks to cease racing while keeping their other gambling facilities in operation.

Community
8 months ago
Stop Children’s Cancer 27th Annual Bear-A-Thon to Raise Cuddly Buddies, Cancer Research Funds

It’s almost time for another Bear-A-Thon, in which Ocala area radio stations K-Country and Wind-FM help raise money for Gainesville-based nonprofit Stop Children’s Cancer.

Education
8 months ago
Marion County Students C-O-M-P-E-T-E In February 17 Spelling Bee

Students from middle schools across Marion County will compete in the Marion County 2026 Spelling Bee on Feb. 17.

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