McIntosh 1890s Festival, a Beloved 352 Annual Tradition, is Discontinued
The Friends of McIntosh announced on Tuesday, Jan. 13 that it would discontinue the McIntosh 1890s Festival after more than 50 years.
Education
UF/IFAS Extension Experts Help Tavares Cemetery Become Accredited Arboretum
Tavares Cemetery is the first in the state to become accredited as an arboretum.
Marion School Board Presented with FDLRS Update at Work Session
The Marion County Public School Board was provided with an update on the Florida Diagnostic Learning Resources System at their Jan. 8, 2026, meeting.
Marion County Public Schools Expanding Evening Meal Service to Belleview High School
Marion County Public Schools has expanded its Afterschool Meals Program for the third time this school year.
Marion Public Schools Meeting to Feature Diagnostic and Learning Resources System Update
The Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resources System will provide an update on fiscal year 2024-2025 at the Marion County Public Schools administrative briefing and workshop session this Thursday.
Poet with Global Reach, Local Roots to Debut New Book in Ocala Dec. 23
Poet, author and “freedom worker” Dr. Jaiya John, PhD, has family in Ocala, and has chosen the location to debut his new book on Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2025.
Marion County Public School Board Receives Breakdown on Threat Management Metrics
Assessing student behavior, and the importance of threat management practices, can make a significant different in safety and student support among Marion County public schools.
Marion County School Board Hears Update on Internal Audit from Outside Consultant
An audit firm presented the Marion County Public School Board with an update in a number of areas including planning, design and construction.
Marion County School Board Unanimously Approves Purchase of Vehicles
Some much-needed vehicles are now part of the Marion County Public School fleet to make the school district more efficient.
Festival at Fort King: The History of the Seminole War
The Fort King National Historic Landmark was host to Festival at Fort King where visitors could learn about the Seminole Wars and the fort’s significance.