Tag Archives: City of Ocala

Ocala public policy program, Phoenix Rising, recognized by Harvard’s Kennedy School

By Bianca Bahamondes on September 28th, 2012 | Last updated: December 20, 2012 at 4:55 pm

Ocala’s Phoenix Rising program was recognized as a “Bright Idea” by Harvard’s Kennedy School. It helps young adults get back into society.

Florida, In the News | Tagged Ash Center for Democratic Governance and Innovation, Bright Ideas, City of Ocala, Harvard Kennedy School, Harvard University, Laurie Whitaker, Ocala, Ocala Police Department, Phoenix Rising | Leave a comment

Ocala offering sandbags

By Forrest Smith on August 24th, 2012 | Last updated: September 20, 2012 at 1:29 pm

From City of Ocala Public Information Office With the potential of heavy rain in the forecast due to Isaac, the City of Ocala is establishing sandbag locations for Friday, August 24 and Saturday, August 25. City residents may get up [...]

Environment, Local | Tagged City of Ocala, hurricane preparation, Jervey Gantt Park, Martin Luther King Jr. Recreation Complex, Tropical Storm Isaac | Leave a comment

Members of the Ocala Racial Harmony Taskforce (from left to right Sonny Allen, Mary Rich and Stan Creel)

Ocala hopes to bring unity to the community

By Front Page Edition on April 18th, 2012 | Last updated: October 3, 2012 at 11:55 am

By Dina Lewis – WUFT-FM Ocala is spotlighting racial issues by responding with racial harmony discussion and cultural awareness. The City of Ocala held an open annual task force meeting at the Ocala Police Department today to promote unity between different cultures in the community. [...]