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Front view of the Reilly Arts Center, featuring a gray and purple art deco facade with arched doorways and palm trees.
Community
3 months ago
Ocala City Council Gets Annual Update from Reilly Arts Center and Marion Theatre

An update on the Reilly Arts Center and the Marion Theatre annul activity report was provided at the Ocala City Council on April 21, 2026.

Marion County Public Schools sign displaying logo and motto, "Helping Every Student Succeed," against a clear blue sky.
Education
3 months ago
Marion County Public Schools Discusses Third Floor Construction at South Marion High School

The Marion County Public School Board unanimously agreed to move forward with constructing the third floor a the new South Marion High School that would increase the school’s capacity by 700 student stations.

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Health & Wellness
3 months ago
North Central Florida Kids’ Charity Receives Grant, Distributes Free Child Car Seats

Safe Kids North Central Florida will distribute free car seats and provide safety education to eligible families during the free Healthy Heroes Day for Kids event, made possible by a $3,000 grant from the Children’s Trust of Alachua County.

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Entertainment
3 months ago
Gainesville’s Cotton Club Presents ‘Black Cowboys/Cowgirls in Florida’ Program April 17 & 18

GAINESVILLE, FL (352today.com) – Gator City’s Cotton Club Museum & Cultural Center, an institution […]

A farm in the background is separated by rows. In the foreground is white text reading, "Community Day." Under that text is a wooden sign graphic with white text above it reading, "Saturday, April 18. 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. UF/IFAS NFREC-SV. 122W Main St, Live Oak.
Community
3 months ago
UF/IFAS Hosts Community Day this Weekend in Live Oak

The UF/IFAS NFREC-SV is hosting a community day Saturday for locals to come to the farm and learn about the research and impact of the center.

Marion County Public Schools sign displaying logo and motto, "Helping Every Student Succeed," against a clear blue sky.
Community
3 months ago
Family Liaison Layoffs Discussed at Marion County Public School Board Meeting

There were 35 non-instructional employees laid off by the Marion County Public School District. Several people came to speak before the school board on the issue at the April 14, 2026, meeting.

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Education
3 months ago
Trade Skills Emphasized by Speakers at Marion County Public School Board Meeting

Programs focusing on trade skills allow students to earn certifications so they can become successful members of the workforce after graduation.

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Community
3 months ago
Ocala’s Freedom Public Library Expansion Shows that Liberty Lives in Marion County

The expansion of Ocala’s Freedom Public Library means so much more to the community than just enlarging the facility.

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Entertainment
3 months ago
Curtain Up on Creativity: The Academy at Ocala Civic Theatre Brings Stories to Life for All Ages

The Academy at Ocala Civic Theatre offers year-round theatre classes, workshops and scholarship opportunities that help students of all ages build performance skills, confidence and creativity on and off the stage.

belleview high school grand award ying scholar briana stephens
Education
3 months ago
Belleview High School Junior One of Eight Florida Students to be Named Grand Award Ying Scholar

Briana Stephens is just one of eight students in Florida to win the award.