A placard with an image of a horse and writing in the left, and writing against a blue background on right. On the left is pavement in the background and foreground, and on the right is grass.
Education
4 weeks ago
Ocala Horse Alliance to Raise Funds for Black Stallion Reading Project

The Ocala Horse Alliance will be holding a fundraiser, Leg Up for Literacy, to help support the Black Stallion Reading Project, which has become a staple in Marion County Schools.

Education
1 month ago
College of Central Florida Nursing Program Touted in U.S. News & World Report

CF’s RN to BSN program has been ranked among the best in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.

MCPS sign with motivational message on grassy roadside in Ocala under partly cloudy skies.
Education
1 month ago
Marion County School Board Weighs Options for Northside Schools

Concepts for how to use facilities on the north side of Marion County, particularly the four elementary schools, were discussed at a Marion County Public School Board administrative briefing and work session on Oct. 16, 2025.

Education
1 month ago
Marion County Public School Board Hears Parents’ Concerns over Potential School Merger

Marion County residents voiced their concern regarding the possible merger of the Fordham Early Learning Academy with Reddick Collier Elementary School.

352 Fall Guide
1 month ago
Ocala’s Historic Fort King Hosts ‘Phantoms in the Fort’ for One Night Only

Take a lantern-lit stroll through Fort King’s darker history.

Pictured from left to right: Angela Ponder, principal, Hammett Bowen Jr. Elementary School; Meghan Magamoll, executive director, PEFMC; Alan Keesee, chief executive officer, HCA Florida Ocala Hospital; Stephanie Hill-Palmer, PEFMC board member; Erin Buss, PEFMC board member; Rebecca Koloszy, Thank a Teacher recipient; Danielle Brewer, interim superintendent, MCPS; Allison Campbell, MCPS school board member; Lori Conrad, chairwoman, MCPS school board; Julie Shealy PEFMC board member; Melissa Conner; Renae Robinson, PEFMC board member.
Community
1 month ago
Local HCA Hospitals, Public Education Foundation of Marion County ‘Thank a Teacher’ 

OCALA, FL. (352Today) – HCA Florida Ocala Hospital and HCA Florida West Marion Hospital, […]

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Community
1 month ago
Local Fundraisers Supporting the Fight Against Breast Cancer

Join Ocala and surrounding communities this October in celebrating Breast Cancer Awareness Month with events, fundraisers, and organizations dedicated to supporting survivors, funding research, and ensuring every woman has access to life-saving care.

Marion County Public Schools sign displaying logo and motto, "Helping Every Student Succeed," against a clear blue sky.
Education
2 months ago
Marion County Public Schools Session Focuses on Superintendent Search

Marion County Public School Board workshop focused on the recruitment process for the new school superintendent for fiscal year 2026-2027.

Community
2 months ago
Artify Ocala to Preview New Marion County Maker Collective Space

OCALA, FL (352today.com) – Artify Ocala, the four-year-old nonprofit dedicated to nurturing local creatives […]

Several boats on a river are docked at a waterfront building surrounded by trees. The boats include green-roofed glass-bottom tour boats and a small pontoon boat labeled "Silver River." The building has a green roof with white trim and multiple gables. Palm trees and other vegetation are visible in the background under a blue sky with scattered clouds. Trees and sky are reflected on the river.
Entertainment
2 months ago
Educational and Active Things for Young Adults to do in Ocala

Whether it’s for weekend plans or something to do in the area, here are some educational and active thing to do in Ocala.