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A new position was recently created to respond to the issues of Marion County’s farming community. An agricultural deputy will oversee over 3,500 farms in the county. The appointee, Cpl. Tim Ogletree, grew up around farming and is familiar with agricultural-related issues. Due to Marion County’s approximate 1,500 square miles of …
Read More »Marion County Commissioners Approve Single-Family Zoning
Tuesday's Marion County Commissioners meeting brought welcome news to residents of Cherrywood Estates after high-tensions over a nearby multifamily zoning application.
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Make-up companies are now offering pills that can replace your moisturizer - but there are some safety questions.
Read More »Inexpensive Business Model Provides Success for Local Food Trucks
Off The Griddle is one of the food trucks in Gainesville that provide alternative dining options. Michael Musoke, owner of Off The Griddle, said the trucks cost between $20,000 to $100,000, which is less than it would to open and maintain a restaurant.
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