4-H National Forestry Champs - Jerimiah Caswell, Caroline Cassidy, Abree Perryman, and Lydia Sharp
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2 years ago
Marion County 4-H wins National Forestry Invitational Competition

This year’s 4-H National Forestry Invitational champs hail from Marion County!

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2 years ago
Welding program to expand at Dunnellon High School

The Marion County School Board will contribute over $200,000 to expand the program by March.

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2 years ago
Six schools to receive fencing modifications

Several Marion County elementary schools will receive security fencing upgrades by December. Is your child’s school on the list?

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2 years ago
Sun City Center woman and Lady Lake man earn TOPS® Recognition

Two north-central Florida residents were crowned Queen and King in a statewide weight loss competition.

Southwest Florida Water Management District
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2 years ago
Southwest Florida Water Management District makes land purchase in Citrus County

The acquisition of Jordan Ranch will help conserve wetlands, marshes and forests along the Withlacoochee River.

Duke Energy
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2 years ago
$682,000 in Duke Energy grants provide economic boost to Florida communities

UF says the funding will go toward bringing new biotechnology businesses and jobs to north-central Florida.

Marion County Community Services receives Innovation award
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2 years ago
Marion County Community Services receives Innovation award

Marion County’s new Emergency Housing Replacement Program helps homeowners whose houses have suffered structural damage.

Bear the Burden, hosted by The Professional Fire Fighters to Marion County (PFFMC) are partnering with Marion County Fire Rescue (MCFR)
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2 years ago
Marion County Fire Rescue focuses on mental health with event

Local firefighters team up to fundraise for first responders in annual “Bear the Burden” weightlifting competition.

Governor Ron DeSantis speaks to the crowd during a press conference in Ocala in April.
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2 years ago
Governor Ron DeSantis awards $247 million through Broadband Infrastructure Program

On July 7, Governor Ron DeSantis announced more than $247 million would be awarded to various counties and municipalities throughout Florida as part of the Broadband Infrastructure Program. Funding includes nearly $42 million for Marion County region.

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2 years ago
Ocala man arrested for church arson

Ocala Police arrested a man after he allegedly set fire to a church’s front door and a nearby home’s patio.

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