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

Marion County Public Schools sign displaying logo and motto, "Helping Every Student Succeed," against a clear blue sky.
Education
2 months ago
Reddick and Marion Public Schools Reach Agreement on School Basketball Court Use

An interlocal agreement between the MCPS board and the Town of Reddick will allow students to have a safe and accessible place to play, with use of the basketball courts at Reddick-Collier Elementary School.

Lincoln Middle School eighth-grader Avinoor Jutla was named Overall Middle School Champion at The Great Debate National Civics and Debate Championship in Orlando.
Education
2 months ago
Alachua County Students Excel at National Debate Championship in Orlando

Middle and high school students representing Alachua County Public Schools cleaned up at The Great Debate National Civics and Debate Championship in Orlando.

Marion County Public Schools sign with slogan "Helping Every Student Succeed" against a blue sky.
Education
2 months ago
Marion County Public Schools Recognized by Magnet Schools of America

Eight Marion County public schools have been recognized by the national organization Magnet Schools of America.

A vendor smiles while arranging plants at a flower market, one of many garden-themed displays expected at Ocala’s Big Bloom Home & Garden Show.
Entertainment
2 months ago
Ocala Home & Garden Show Returns to World Equestrian Center this Weekend

Now in its fifth year, the Ocala Home & Garden Show returns to the World Equestrian Center’s Expo Center 1 Jan. 24-25, 2026.

Arc Marion teaches digital literacy in Marion County
Community
2 months ago
The Arc Marion Awarded $20K Grant to Expand Digital Literacy Training

The Arc Marion has received a special subgrant to expand its access to digital literacy training for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

A library with an arched entrance and murals along its sides features a large letters above the arch reading, "Marion County Public Library Headquarters - Ocala."
Features
3 months ago
352 Libraries by County: What Libraries do for the Community

Libraries are an important feature of every community for social connections, educational opportunities, health classes, workshops and more.

Marion County Public Schools sign displaying logo and motto, "Helping Every Student Succeed," against a clear blue sky.
Education
3 months ago
Marion County School Board Approves New Job Description for Drivers

The Marion County Public School Board approved the job description that should help improve the transportation challenges the school district is facing.