Health & Wellness
2 years ago
Black Balloon Day: Families grieving loved ones lost to overdose gather to raise awareness about addiction

In Marion County, Black Balloon Day will be observed at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, March 6, at Good Shepherd Memorial Gardens which is located at 5050 SW 20th St. in Ocala.

Education
2 years ago
Voices of Hope: Young women share how Pace Center turned their lives around | VIDEO

Since 2001, the Pace Center for Girls has served more than 1,000 girls in Marion County through its academic and counseling programs.

Community
2 years ago
Swarm of bees forces temporary closure of Wildwood dog park

The city says it received numerous calls about a sudden influx of bees at the dog park and have shut it down as a precautionary measure.

Health & Wellness
2 years ago
UDPDATE: Marion County Utilities rescinds boil water order for residents of a mobile home park

The utility says customers within Golden Holiday Mobile Home Park should boil water for consumption as a precaution until the notice is lifted.

Health & Wellness
2 years ago
Make a friendship bracelet as part of Gainesville Fire Rescue’s monthly free, family-focused event

Healthy Afternoons with Gainesville Fire Rescue are held the last Wednesday of each month from 3 to 5 p.m. Locations vary.

Health & Wellness
2 years ago
UPDATE: Marion County Utilities lifts boil water order for three communities

The boil water notice for customers in the Fore Acres, Hillside Acres, and Courtney Acres communities has been lifted.

Local
2 years ago
Grants for Marion County substance abuse prevention programs now available

If your agency operates within Marion County and focuses on alcohol and substance abuse prevention, this is your chance to take your efforts to the next level.

Health & Wellness
2 years ago
Here’s how to beat the hype and overcome loneliness on Valentine’s Day

The U.S. Surgeon General says about half of adults in America say they’ve experienced loneliness and the problem has been stewing since well before the pandemic, worsening in recent years.

Community
2 years ago
Volunteers reflect on 25th annual Bear-A-Thon and the impact of your donations

It’s not too late to give to Stop Children’s Cancer. If you donate before April 6, you too will be entered into a drawing for a new car from Honda of Gainesville.

Community
2 years ago
2024 Bear-A-Thon breaks one-day fundraising record with $125,916 donations

North Central Florida Media and Stop Children’s Cancer would like to thank the community for your generous support!

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