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Education
2 years ago
Dates set for vote for three Alachua County Schools’ possible conversion to charter schools

The charter school conversion vote for parents and teachers in Newberry is scheduled for April 5-12.

Community
2 years ago
Weekend Top Picks: Free, family fun around North Central Florida

Your weekend family planning guide with activities that don’t require you to break out your wallet.

Community
2 years ago
Warm temps this weekend perfect timing for Ocala’s splash pads to open on Saturday

Ocala operates two free splash pads from sunrise to sunset through mid-November.

Equine
2 years ago
Trot to downtown Ocala to explore the equestrian Walk of Champions honoring the area’s famous horses and riders | PHOTOS & VIDEO

The Walk of Champions experience features 24 bronze plaques along two sidewalk blocks adjacent to the square in downtown Ocala.

Community
2 years ago
Ocala residents call on mayor to unite the community and create equal access to basic resources | PHOTOS

Newly elected Ocala Mayor Ben Marciano shared his vision for the future of the city while residents expressed concerns on a wide range of issues including crime, traffic and food deserts.

Community
2 years ago
Take part in sculpture scavenger hunt at Tuscawilla Park, earn free admission to Appleton Museum | PHOTOS

The sculpture trail in the Tuscawilla Art Park features ten large-scale pieces of public art which will be on display for almost two years as part of the City of Ocala’s outdoor exhibit.

Local
2 years ago
NEW INFO: Troopers say 17-year-old driver caused crash with Marion County Fire Rescue ambulance | PHOTOS

Troopers say a total of three vehicles were involved in the crash.

Community
2 years ago
Have a question or idea about life in Ocala? Attend one of two town hall meetings today

The meetings are on Thursday, March 7, at noon and 5:30 p.m. at the Institute for Human and Machine Cognition in downtown Ocala.

Local
2 years ago
Marion County sheriff targets fentanyl, sex trafficking and other pressing crimes

“Fentanyl is always at the top of the list right now because of the amount of overdoses we have,” said Sheriff Woods. “You know, it’s not just unique to Marion County; it’s across this nation.”

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.