A professionally dressed man with white hair and glasses smiling in front of a sign that reads 'College of Central Florida.' He is wearing a dark suit, striped tie, and a lapel pin.
Community
4 months ago
Leading by example: CF President Jim Henningsen’s commitment to community and service

Through visible leadership, service-learning initiatives, and a family-wide commitment to giving back, Henningsen reinforces CF’s mission to serve and uplift the Marion County community.

Group of College of Central Florida students sitting and standing around large red "CF" letters on campus.
Education
4 months ago
CF and Embry-Riddle partner to bring drone tech to the farm

New agreement gives CF students hands-on access to uncrewed aircraft systems and expert training in modern agriculture.

Smiling restaurant server holding two plates of salad inside a warmly lit restaurant.
Education
4 months ago
New CF program opens doors to hospitality and tourism careers

Hands-on training and local internships prepare students for jobs in Florida’s top industry

Diana Fye smiles while holding her “Thank a Teacher” award certificate and flowers, presented by HCA Florida Healthcare and the Public Education Foundation.
Education
4 months ago
West Port High School teacher Diana Fye honored with student-nominated “Thank a Teacher” award

HCA Florida hospitals and Public Education Foundation celebrate impactful educators.

Five smiling children holding fruit and drinks during a summer library program, standing in front of colorful shelves.
Community
4 months ago
Free summer meals and library programs for Marion County kids keep parents covered

Marion County Public Library branches offer free meals and educational fun June 2–Aug. 8 through the Summer BreakSpot program..

Businessman in handcuffs faces judge in court
Education
4 months ago
Judge jails two Marion County parents over extreme school absences

One student missed 120 days; officials say Truancy Court is making a difference in attendance.

Children pet a brown horse with a white blaze on its face during a school visit from the Ocala Horse Alliance.
Education
5 months ago
Right from the horses’ mouth: The more you read, the smarter you will be

Ocala Horse Alliance brings real horses to schools to spark summer reading with blue ribbons, big smiles, and a pledge to read every week.

Close-up of hands applying a bandage to a person's scraped knee on the ground, with a red first aid kit nearby on pine needles.
Education
5 months ago
Learn to save a life: Stop the bleed training coming to your high school

Free hands-on sessions teach students how to take action in emergencies and control bleeding before help arrives.

Three men in suits pose for a photo at the FIAAA conference in Kissimmee, Florida. Donnie Tucker, standing in the center, holds a plaque that reads "State Award of Merit."
Local
5 months ago
Marion schools’ Donnie Tucker earns prestigious state award for athletic leadership

Tucker recognized by FIAAA and NIAAA for advancing high school sports in Marion County and across Florida.

Police officer Roger Wissinger stands smiling with a thumbs-up in front of the South Ocala Elementary School sign, which displays dates for the first day of school, early release, and hat day.
Education
5 months ago
How your half-cent helps: Marion County parents and pros now overseeing school spending

A new oversight committee made up of community members will ensure Marion County’s school sales tax funds go toward safer, less crowded, better-equipped schools.

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