Community
2 years ago
New numbers reveal Marion County broke tourism records last year

Marion County officials say they reached a ‘record revenue of $5.3 million’ paid by tourists in taxes.

Entrance sign for the College of Central Florida surrounded by greenery and flowers on the Ocala campus.
Education
2 years ago
CF receives grant for enhancement of its cybersecurity program

CF Says the funds will be used to increase awareness about cybersecurity careers, provide students with new equipment, internship opportunities, and more.

Jobs
2 years ago
Florida ranks #1 in nation for entrepreneurship

Florida has the highest percentage of the population that has started a business with 13,238 small businesses per 100,000 residents.

Community
2 years ago
New Ocala developments, jobs unveiled in CEP State of the City address

The Ocala Metro CEP and the City of Ocala revealed some developments and jobs anticipated this fiscal year and through 2035.

Education
2 years ago
MCPS high schoolers can now dual enroll in CF workforce programs through new Collegiate Academy

The College of Central Florida has partnered with Marion County Public Schools to expand the dual enrollment program to include Associate in Science degree pathways for workforce-ready students.

Jobs
2 years ago
Limited spots for streamlined, two-day Florida Highway Patrol hiring event in Orlando

The Oct. 23 to Oct. 27 Streamline FHP event puts nearly all necessary steps of the FHP hiring process in one place to prepare future troopers for the Basic Recruit Class in January.

Jobs
2 years ago
Training for high-demand, broadband infrastructure jobs will be available for Dixie, Gilchrist, Levy County residents

The free, training will support jobs in renewable energy, transportation, and broadband infrastructure sectors. Registration is open now.

Jobs
2 years ago
What would a government shutdown mean for me? SNAP, student loans and travel impacts, explained

If a shutdown arrives, millions of federal employees will be furloughed and many others — including those working in the military and the Transportation Security Administration — will be forced to work without pay until it ends.

Community
2 years ago
Marion Technical College breaks ground on 16,000-square-foot mechanics facility

MTC says the state-funded $5.57 million facility will feature classroom and work space for automotive, diesel and aviation mechanic programs to keep key workers in the community.

Entrance sign for the College of Central Florida surrounded by greenery and flowers on the Ocala campus.
Education
2 years ago
College of Central Florida set to break ground for $20 million nursing center

CF expects construction to be complete in time for classes to begin in January 2025.