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tussock moth caterpillar Larry D. Moore, CC BY 4.0, Wikimedia Commons.
Health & Wellness
4 months ago
Look but Don’t Touch: It’s Tussock Moth Caterpillar Season in North Central Florida

Tussock moth caterpillars are interesting or even cute, but don’t touch them as they appear everywhere around North Central Florida this season.

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Health & Wellness
4 months ago
HCA Florida Healthcare and Air Methods Launch New Air Ambulance Service

HCA Florida Healthcare has partnered with Air Methods to provide critical air ambulance services to the Nature Coast and North Central Florida.

Health & Wellness
4 months ago
Dept. of Health Marion County Reports Blue-Green Algae on Ocklawaha River

Residents are asked to remain vigilant and report evidence of the potentially toxic algal blooms.

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Community
5 months ago
Early Learning Coalition Urges Marion County ‘Heroes’ to Help Curb Diaper Shortage

The Early Learning Coalition of Marion County desperately needs members of the community to help with diaper donations.

Health & Wellness
5 months ago
Florida Department of Health Marion County to Host ‘World’s Greatest Baby Shower’ March 20

The Florida Dept. of Health-Marion County is parenting with multiple local and regional organizations to throw a county-wide baby shower for new and expectant parents in the 352.

Health & Wellness
5 months ago
Marion County Issues Planned Water Boil Notice for Courtney Acres, Fore Acres, & Hillside Customers

Portions of the Marion County should expect water service interruptions on Tuesday, March 17 as Marion County Utilities works on new connections for water and sewer services.

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Health & Wellness
5 months ago
Panel Discussion and Book Launch to Explore Dementia Care and Aging Support in Ocala

Author and realtor David Culbreath celebrates the launch of his book on caring for elders with dementia by hosting a panel of experts on the subject in Ocala on March 12.

Health & Wellness
5 months ago
Florida Dept. of Health Marion County to Provide Free or Low-Cost Breast Cancer Screenings

The Florida DOH-Marion will conduct mammograms on a sliding scale in Ocala on March 25.

A closeup of a raccoon.
Crime & Safety
5 months ago
Rabies Advisory Issued for Marion County

A raccoon that was killed near Belleview in late February tested positive for the disease.

Runners take off during a community 5K race, with the warm evening sun casting long shadows on the course.
Community
5 months ago
Gator Steps for Lung Disease 5K Returns to Support Pulmonary Patients on March 7

The third annual Gator Steps for Lung Disease takes place at the UF Cancer & Genetics Research Complex in Gainesville on Saturday, March 7.