County Commissioner Matt McClain reads the Engineers Week proclamation into the record during the Feb. 17 county commission meeting, and is joined on stage by engineers across multiple county departments.
Education
8 hours ago
Marion County Proclaims Feb. 22-28 “Engineers Week”

The proclamation coincides with National Engineers Week, which celebrates the vital contributions of those who pursue careers in math and science.

a young boy plays with a goat at the soutneastern youth fair in marion county
Local
3 days ago
Marion County Commissioners Kick Off 86th Southeastern Youth Fair with Proclamation

The Marion County Board of County Commissioners issued a proclamation celebrating the Southeastern Youth Fair, which kicks off Feb. 19

Dr. Danielle Brewer interim superintendent for marion county public schools
Education
3 days ago
Marion County Schools Interim Superintendent Delivers State of the Schools Address

MCPS Interim Superintendent Dr. Danielle Brewer gave a revealing presentation on the Marion County school system at an Ocala MetroCEP event on Feb. 18.

Marion County Public Schools sign with slogan "Helping Every Student Succeed" against a blue sky.
Education
1 week ago
Marion County School Board Approves Funding for Osceola Middle School Project

The Marion County Public School Board approved funding for a construction project that will transform Osceola Middle School’s Building No. 2.

A rendering of the Children's Library expansion.
Community
2 weeks 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.

Education
2 weeks 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.

marion county 2026 teacher of the year zanita hendry
Education
3 weeks ago
Hillcrest School’s Zanita Hendry Named Marion County’s 2026 Teacher of the Year

Zanita Hendry of Hillcrest School was named Marion County’s 2026 Teacher of the Year at the annual Golden Apple Gala in Ocala on Jan. 31.

Marion County Public Schools sign displaying logo and motto, "Helping Every Student Succeed," against a clear blue sky.
Education
3 weeks ago
MCPS School Board Unanimously Approves Funding for Weapons Detection Systems for High Schools

The Marion County Public School Board approved the purchase of a weapons detection system that should make schools safer.

A standalone entrance sign with a white arch and red structural supports, displaying a blue panel with “CF” and below it “College of Central Florida.” Behind it is a small pond with a fountain and a grassy lawn.
Education
3 weeks ago
New Report Shows How College of Central Florida Helps Boost the 352’s Economy

A new report says that College of Central Florida’s economic impact on Citrus, Levy and Marion counties is comparable to that of hosting the Super Bowl.

MCPS sign with motivational message on grassy roadside in Ocala under partly cloudy skies.
Education
3 weeks ago
Marion County School Board Approves Pricing for East Marion Elementary Project

The Marion County Public School Board approved the guaranteed maximum price for a project that will change the interior of East Marion Elementary School.

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