Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Forest High School student arrested in the case of social media threat against Marion County teachers

Forest High School student Shomari Akeil Clarke arrested on multiple charges and counts for social media threats.

Education
2 years ago
Window to register your child for Alachua County’s Magnet Program open now thru Feb. 13

The Alachua County Public School District’s Magnet Program application season is your chance to apply for your child’s passage into one of the county’s academic or career-technical magnet programs.

Education
2 years ago
Wanted: Young adults who want to learn trade skills, need help earning a high school diploma

CareerSource CLM is recruiting young adults interested in taking part in Marion County’s next Phoenix Rising YouthBuild. Attend an informational open house today.

Education
2 years ago
Florida waives out-of-state requirements to welcome students fleeing college campus antisemitism

Under an emergency order signed Tuesday, an out-of-state student who has demonstrated “a well-founded fear of persecution” based on religion would have certain requirements, application deadlines and out-of-state tuition, waived.

Education
2 years ago
Marion County hits a new educational milestone

2023 saw a record-breaking enrollment year for Marion County Public Schools.

Education
2 years ago
Threat of severe weather prompts some school closures for Tuesday

Some school districts in the 352 are canceling class for tomorrow or dismissing early. Click to see the full list and the forecast.

Education
2 years ago
High demand for teen driver challenge course in Marion County

MCSO says the program is a no-cost, hands-on defensive driving class designed to educate young drivers on vehicle awareness.

Education
2 years ago
Florida’s tax-free holiday intended to help you get through the rest of the school year

Florida’s back-to-school sales tax holiday is underway through January 14. Some tax-free items include clothing, shoes, personal computers, and school supplies.

Education
2 years ago
Alachua County school district now offering free virtual mental health services for students

The virtual therapy sessions are to help students deal with stress, bullying, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and many other issues.

Education
2 years ago
East Marion Elementary School receives $80k grant to provide more resources for students, families in one place | VIDEO

Becoming a Community Partnership School will allow East Marion Elementary to better support students and families with access to clothes, school supplies, food and services all in one location.

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