Marion County Public Schools kicked off the 2025-2026 school year with 40,461 students returning to classrooms, marking a smooth and successful start. From safe bus rides across 1,650 square miles to thousands of healthy meals served, the day showcased the dedication of more than 3,500 staff members — even as challenges like late buses, crowded carlines, and missing immunizations arose.
The executive committe of the Early Learning Coalition of Marion County Board of Directors has named LaTrisha Sims interim CEO.
South Ocala Elementary School welcomed students back for the first day of the 2025–26 school year with bright smiles, new backpacks, and an unmistakable sense of excitement.
A pavement preservation treatment of a roadway in south Marion to extend the life of the roadway surface will begin Aug. 13,
Ocala homebuyers just got a break. Mortgage rates dropped to 6.57%—the lowest in 10 months—saving buyers up to $81 a month compared to rates earlier this year. With more homes for sale than buyers, now may be the perfect time to negotiate a deal before the market shifts again.
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A man shot is being charged with second degree murder after a woman was found shot and dead in a dwelling in Homosassa Springs.
Advocates say school-based McKinney-Vento data offers a more accurate picture than HUD’s Point-in-Time count.
The Food and Nutrition Department of Marion County Public Schools will provide free breakfast and lunch to all students, regardless of family income, within 56 school sites for the 2025-2026 school year.
The City/County Bowling League, organized by Marion County Property Appraiser Jimmy Cowan, wrapped up a spirited season by donating $2,275.10 to Marion County Animal Services. What began as friendly competition between local government teams turned into a heartwarming act of community giving.