Trucks try the water along Three Sisters Trail after Hurricane Debby passed Crystal River, FL on Monday, August 5, 2024. T
Local
7 months ago
​Lake County gets ahead of hurricane season by boosting storm prep

Officials say upgraded equipment will help protect homes and infrastructure when severe weather hits.

Stock photo of a person holding a “Hiring” sign in a storefront window, symbolizing regional job trends.
Jobs
7 months ago
Second chances and new beginnings: Ocala job fair offers hope for those facing barriers

Better Together’s April 30 event connects job seekers with local employers, free coaching, and on-the-spot interviews.

Michael Brown, Chief Building Inspector for the City of Ocala, was named 2025 Inspector of the Year by the Building Officials Association of Florida.
Local
7 months ago
City of Ocala inspector earns top statewide honor for building safety

Michael Brown named 2025 Inspector of the Year by the Building Officials Association of Florida.

Overhead generated image shows the whole of the proposed complex. Courtesy: Golden Ocala
Community
7 months ago
Golden Ocala and WEC propose new sports complex that could bring major traffic impact

Indoor arena, hotel, and soccer fields part of expansion plan—county officials voice concerns over road congestion.

A desktop displays the homepage of “The Right Service at the Right Time,” Marion County’s new online directory for local assistance programs.
Community
7 months ago
Need help for your family? Marion County’s new online tool makes it easier to find support

United Way of Marion County launches family-focused resource to connect residents with local services.

U.S. Rep. Kat Cammack, joined by local officials and veterans, cuts the ribbon during the grand reopening of her Ocala district office at the McPherson Governmental Campus on April 14, 2025.
Community
7 months ago
Kat Cammack reopens Ocala office, pledges support for local farmers

During a ribbon-cutting at McPherson Governmental Campus, the congresswoman shared big news and highlighted efforts to protect Florida’s agriculture.

Casa Marion has been accepting donations through the Mover's for Moms campaign for the last decade.
Community
7 months ago
Movers for Moms campaign returns to support local women and children in need

Two Men and a Truck teams up with the Ocala community to collect essential items for Casa Marion through May 2.

New lighting upgrades are coming to the pavilion at Lake Lillian Park in Belleview, aiming to improve safety and visibility for evening events like Trunk or Treat and Light Up Lake Lillian.
Community
7 months ago
New lighting boosts safety at Lake Lillian Park pavilion

City of Belleview partners with Pat Myers Electric to brighten public spaces and improve visibility for evening events.

Children participate in a classroom activity during story time.
Education
7 months ago
Why missing just two days a month could hold your child back in school

Marion County schools tackle truancy and chronic absenteeism with community partnerships and a focus on student wellness.

Visitors stop by the Save Our Rural Areas booth during the Marion County Farmland Preservation Festival at Stirrups and Strides on April 12.
Community
7 months ago
Marion County Farmland Preservation Festival celebrates 17 years of rural advocacy

Live music, local vendors, and community voices highlight the urgent need to protect Marion County’s farmland and rural heritage.

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