New lighting boosts safety at Lake Lillian Park pavilion
City of Belleview partners with Pat Myers Electric to brighten public spaces and improve visibility for evening events.
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Haven’t filed your taxes yet? Disaster victims in Florida may qualify for IRS extensions and relief
You could get more time and write off storm-related losses, but watch out for tax scams
Why missing just two days a month could hold your child back in school
Marion County schools tackle truancy and chronic absenteeism with community partnerships and a focus on student wellness.
Marion County Farmland Preservation Festival celebrates 17 years of rural advocacy
Live music, local vendors, and community voices highlight the urgent need to protect Marion County’s farmland and rural heritage.
CF students now have a guaranteed path to UF through “Going Gator” program
New transfer program creates a seamless, affordable path from CF to the University of Florida’s College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
Firefighters rescue four dogs from burning Summerfield home
Marion County crews respond quickly to house fire, saving pets and recovering family belongings.
UPDATE: Power restored after vehicle strikes poles in Ocala
Repairs were made and power restored after a commercial vehicle hit utility equipment near NE 43rd Place and NE 36th Avenue.
Young filmmakers shine at Marion County Student Media Festival
From fun animated shorts to powerful public service announcements, students of all ages were celebrated for their creativity and the stories they brought to life..
Ocala women lift each other up through education and sisterhood
This local sisterhood helps women go back to school, find support, and build friendships that last a lifetime.
Meet the Dunnellon couple using backyard science to protect Florida’s water and wildlife
Their eco-friendly solutions turn trees into water filters and old tires into oil, all with local families and the environment in mind.