Marion County Public Schools sign with slogan "Helping Every Student Succeed" against a blue sky.
Education
4 months ago
MCPS announces second round of principal changes for 2025–26 school year

Interim Superintendent Dr. Danielle Brewer promotes new leaders, fills key roles, and finalizes staffing for Marion County’s newest schools.

Scaffolding and workers on the brick exterior of Osceola Middle School’s historic Building 1 during renovation.
Education
4 months ago
New gym, renovations underway at Osceola Middle School in Ocala

Marion County Public Schools updates include new gymnasium, waterproofing, and HVAC improvements at Osceola; minor updates at Eighth Street Elementary.

Samantha Trevino smiles while holding a flower arrangement and her “Thank a Teacher” award outside Eighth Street Elementary School.
Education
4 months ago
Eighth Street Elementary teacher honored with final “Thank a Teacher” award of the school year

HCA Florida Healthcare and the Public Education Foundation of Marion County recognize Samantha Trevino for going above and beyond to support students in and out of the classroom.

Local
4 months ago
Marion County Fire Rescue launches in-house firefighter training through new Florida State Fire College partnership

Five-year agreement with FSFC allows MCFR to train recruits on-site, saving nearly $46,000 per class and boosting operational alignment.

Dr. Allison Campbell raises her hand during a swearing-in ceremony as president-elect of the Florida School Boards Association in Tampa.
Education
4 months ago
Dr. Allison Campbell named president-elect of Florida School Boards Association

Campbell becomes first Marion County School Board member to lead FSBA, the state’s largest school board organization.

Students from the CF Collegiate Academy pose by the large CF letters on the College of Central Florida Ocala Campus. The academy allows high school students to earn college credits while completing their diploma.
Education
4 months ago
College of Central Florida hosts free Application Day with scholarship giveaway

Prospective students can apply for free, explore degree options, tour CF campuses, and enter to win tuition coverage during June events in Ocala, Chiefland, and Lecanto.

Dustten Martineau in blue scrubs holding his DAISY Award certificate and statue in front of a framed beach painting.
Health & Wellness
4 months ago
From Ocala roots to Daisy honors: Dustten Martineau recognized for extraordinary nursing care

Vanguard grad and UNF-trained nurse Dustten Martineau earns prestigious DAISY Award for compassion and clinical excellence at Baptist Medical Center Beaches.

Red brick exterior of Beacon College building in Leesburg, Florida, with arched entryway and palm trees nearby.
Education
4 months ago
Beacon College awarded $210K Fogg Trust grant to expand campus and fund scholarships

Leesburg’s Beacon College will renovate a new mixed-use facility and provide scholarships for students with learning differences, thanks to the Edward C. and Lisbeth A. Fogg Charitable Trust.

Entrance sign for the College of Central Florida surrounded by greenery and flowers on the Ocala campus.
Education
4 months ago
College of Central Florida unveils record workforce expansion for 2024–25

New programs in nursing, agriculture, hospitality, GIS, and CDL training address Florida’s job market needs.

Student overwhelmed by textbooks in a lecture hall while others talk in the background.
Education
4 months ago
Public invited to review proposed health and PE curriculum for Marion County schools

Open review night set for June 18 as district committees consider new instructional materials for middle and high school students.

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