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The proposed closure date to begin the transition to permanent housing is after January.
Read More »Marion County Technical College Acquiring Freightliner Truck For New Commercial Class B Driving Program
The program will begin in January.
Read More »Ocala To Become First Florida City To Install Safe Haven Baby Boxes For Mothers In Crisis
Since 2000, records show 388 babies have been abandoned in Florida.
Read More »Mike Balken Named Ocala Police Chief After City Council Unanimously Approves Nomination
The Ocala City Council unanimously approved Mike Balken’s nomination to serve as Ocala police chief Tuesday.
Read More »Marion County High School Students Will Learn Construction On The Job While Helping Habitat For Humanity
An agreement with Habitat for Humanity of Marion County will allow high school students enrolled in construction programs to build Habitat for Humanity homes.
Read More »Marion County School Board Adopts Mandatory Face Mask Policy
All persons who visit, work or enter school board district property must now wear face coverings.
Read More »Light Up Ocala Rescheduled For November 2021 Due To Pandemic
Due to the pandemic, the Ocala City Council has agreed to reschedule the annual Light Up Ocala event for November 2021.
Read More »Increased Demand In Florida For Concealed Weapons Carry Licenses During The Pandemic
Businesses and government officials are noticing an increase in demand for guns and a concealed weapons carry license due to the pandemic.
Read More »Uber Tightens Mask Requirements
Uber says any rider reported for not wearing a mask will be required to take a selfie with a mask on before requesting their next ride using Uber’s mask verification.
Read More »Annual Tour De Felasco Fundraiser Canceled, Though Park Remains Open
Despite the recent cancellation of the annual mountain biking event, some riders are planning their own ride.
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