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Student overwhelmed by textbooks in a lecture hall while others talk in the background.
Education
1 year 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.

Local
1 year ago
Emergency vehicle catches fire in Belleview; MCFR quickly extinguishes blaze

Marion County Fire Rescue responded within minutes to the scene on SE 56th Street; no injuries reported.

Local
1 year ago
Defunct Ocala: Taylor Field, Ocala’s first gateway to the skies

Exploring the lost landmarks and attractions that shaped Marion County’s past

Local
1 year ago
Fire crews quickly extinguish NE Ocala house fire; no injuries reported

Marion County and Ocala firefighters respond to residential blaze on NE 19th Avenue, ensuring all occupants were safe and fire was under control within 30 minutes.

Community
1 year ago
Lady Lake’s ‘The Big Bang’ celebration returns with fireworks, food, and family fun

Enjoy live music, contests, kids’ activities, and a dazzling fireworks show during this free Independence Day event on June 28 at the Guava Street Athletic Complex.

Two men golfing, one mid-swing at the tee and the other watching nearby on a sunny day.
Health & Wellness
1 year ago
3 surprising health benefits of playing golf at Harbor Hills in Lady Lake

From boosting longevity to improving mental health, here’s how a round at this scenic course supports your well-being.

Community
1 year ago
HCA Florida hospitals ‘show up’ to help transform Heart of the Park into Ocala community hub

Volunteers from HCA Florida Ocala and West Marion hospitals joined Ocala Main Street to clean, paint and prep a future shared space at Tuscawilla Park.

Judge holding gavel in courtroom with two people standing in background.
Local
1 year ago
Federal grant funds evaluation of Marion County’s diversion drug court program

University researchers to assess compliance and effectiveness of specialty court under Bureau of Justice grant.

People fill sandbags and load them into a red SUV at a Marion County distribution site ahead of an expected storm.
Weather Updates
1 year ago
Marion County urges residents to prepare now for hurricane season

Emergency Management Director Preston Bowlin shares tips on flood zones, shelters, supplies, and safety planning

Community
1 year ago
Defunct Ocala: Paradise Park and the parallel history of Silver Springs

Exploring the lost landmarks and attractions that shaped Marion County’s past.