The seven independent groups worked together to fight privatization and budget cuts threatening the Marion County Library System.
Read More »Prosecution Wants Bigger Juror Pool In Ex-Deputy Terrell Trial
Charles Hollman, Terrell’s defense attorney, said he understood wanting to expand the radius of potential jurors.
Read More »Ocala Man Killed In Domestic Disturbance Shooting
An Ocala man died Wednesday morning after a domestic disturbance turned into a shooting Tuesday evening.
Read More »Marion County Schools Get Eight New Principals
While some principals are being reassigned to other schools or other jobs in the district, the rest have decided to retire.
Read More »Marion County Voters Approve Sales Tax Increase
Marion County will soon see a 1 percent sales tax increase.
Read More »Florida Schools Strengthen Bullying Policies Ahead of House Bill
Bullying and harassment in Florida schools were addressed Monday when a new bill passed through the Florida House of Representatives. The bill now requires all K-12 school districts in the state to review their policies every three years.
Read More »Human Remains Found In Silver Springs Shores
A hunter found human bones in the north edge of Silver Springs Shores.
Read More »Three-Month Limit For SNAP Benefits
New time limits on SNAP benefits can potentially affect 1 million nationwide. In Florida, hundreds of thousands are at risk of losing their food stamps.
Read More »Research Reveals Higher Test Scores For Morning Exams
Research suggests that for every hour later in the day an exam is taken, a student's average score is reduced by 0.9 percent.
Read More »Marion County Opens Safe Space For Domestic-Crime Victims
The Marion County Sheriff's Office has created a safe space for victims to fill out necessary paperwork for restraining orders. The room is equipped with a lock and key and an escape route.
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