Marion County responds to potential Wyomina Park Elementary School closure
Marion County Public Schools says no decision has been made on rezoning Wyomina Park Elementary after August community meetings.
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Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission launches event request portal
Representatives of the FWC receive requests to appear at events all the time, and this new online portal should make the process much more efficient.
Dr. Sarah James, Donald Barber Head to Nov. 3 Runoff for Marion School Board District 5
Incumbent Chair Dr. Sarah James and challenger Donald “Donny” Barber split on Ten Commandments displays, school safety, spending and how to raise the district’s C grade.
Ocala Community Bands Together to “Save Wyomina Park Elementary” at Public Schools Event Aug. 27
Parents and residents are calling for support in opposition to closing or rezoning the school at tomorrow’s public meeting.
Marion County Schools Supports ‘Baby Olivia’ Videos from Anti-Abortion Organization as a Classroom Option
Marion County School Board members signaled support for adding the Baby Olivia fetal development videos to an approved list of optional classroom supplements after a packed work session Aug. 20.
City of Belleview Opens Submissions for Students’ ‘If I Were the Mayor’ Essay Contest
The annual essay contest is broken down into three grade categories, and winners will be announced in conjunction with Florida City Week in October.
Marion County Public Schools, CF to Present 2026 Careers and Colleges Expo August 26
Dozens of institutions of higher learning, along with representatives from trades and the military, can help focus your vision for your future.
Ocala Metro CEP Equine Initiative Launches Horse Capital Coloring Book Program Aug. 20
Mini therapy horse Moonshadow will help deliver the first of 20,000 educational coloring books to Marion County Public Schools children.
(UPDATED) Marion County School Board Postpones Wyomina Park Elementary Rezoning after Parent Outcry
The board delayed a decision on the possible closure of the school and scheduled community workshops for September after parents said they never received the same public meetings given to other campuses.
Affordable High-Speed Internet Options Help Marion County Students Stay Connected
The Local Technology Planning Team is sharing details on discounted Spectrum and Xfinity high-speed internet plans that start at about $15 a month for qualifying households.