College of Central Florida President Jim Henningson speaks to attendees at the grand opening of the AdventHealth Center for Nursing, highlighting the facility’s impact on healthcare education and workforce development.
Education
8 months ago
AdventHealth Center for Nursing opens at College of Central Florida, expanding healthcare education

Ocala officials celebrate the grand opening of a $20 million, state-of-the-art nursing facility designed to train over 300 students and strengthen the local healthcare workforce.

Miguel Siciliano III of Vanguard High School at the 2024 Big Springs STEM Fair demonstrating his project.
Education
8 months ago
Big Springs STEM Fair 2025: Young innovators showcase groundbreaking research in Ocala

The annual Big Springs STEM Fair features 177 students from Marion and Sumter counties competing in 13 categories, with top projects advancing to prestigious state and international science competitions.

Photo of the letters CF in front of the College of Central Florida in Ocala.
Education
8 months ago
Discover your future at College of Central Florida’s Preview events

Explore programs, waive your application fee, and enter to win free tuition at CF’s largest event of the year.

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9 months ago
Marion County graduation rate rises

MCPS exceeds the state average in graduation rate improvement climbing overall to 80.3%.

Education
9 months ago
SECO Energy launches 2025 youth scholarship program with $36,000 in awards

Twelve high school seniors will receive $3,000 each to support their education and prepare for careers in the energy sector.

Pictured are those who participated in presenting Erin Wheeler the “Thank a Teacher” award. From left to right, they include: Meghan Magamoll, executive director of PEFMC; Sue Eatmon, assistant principal of Marion Oaks Elementary School (MOES); Lisa Dreher, principal of MOES; Beth Abel, Golden Apple Academy member; Emily Brazill, student services manager at MOES; Erin Wheeler, 3rd Grade Teacher at MOES; Emily Cook, Golden Apple Academy chairwoman; Kaitlyn Wilson-Butler, communications and community engagement director for HCA Florida Ocala Hospital and HCA Florida West Marion Hospital.
Education
10 months ago
HCA Florida Healthcare and PEFMC honor Marion Oaks Elementary teacher

Erin Wheeler recognized for her dedication through the “Thank a Teacher” program.

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10 months ago
City of Belleview introduces monthly homeschool hub program

Belleview’s Homeschool Hub program offers themed monthly workshops and activities designed to support education, creativity, and community connections for homeschool families.

Hammett Bowen Jr. Elementary School, Marion County’s first Purple Star School of Distinction, proudly supports military families through dedicated programs and resources.
Education
10 months ago
Hammett Bowen Jr. Elementary earns Purple Star distinction

Hammett Bowen Jr. Elementary becomes Marion County’s first Purple Star School of Distinction, honoring its exceptional support for military families.

Education
10 months ago
Marion County School Board temporarily relocates for January meetings

Meetings will be relocated to the Marion County Board of County Commission chambers to accommodate renovations at MTI Auditorium.

The first shovelful is made at the official groundbreaking of Marion County's latest high school.
Education
10 months ago
Marion County breaks ground on first new high school in over 20 years

State-of-the-art campus in Marion Oaks set to open in 2026, offering advanced programs, modern facilities, and room for future growth.

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