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Marion County Overdoses Down In 2018, Opioid Use Remains

December 14, 2018 Health and Science, Public safety 0

The general trend from 2017 to 2018 indicates that there has been a reduction in drug overdose related deaths, but that doesn't necessarily equate to a reduction in drug use.

With Motorcycle, Scooter Accidents Largely On The Rise, Safety Is On Law Enforcement Officers’ Minds

December 13, 2018 Public safety 0

Motorcycle and scooter safety is a concern for multiple counties within North Central Florida. Safety precautions are encouraged by police officers even though Florida riders and passengers are not required by law to wear helmets.

In The Villages, Home To Thousands Of Golf Carts, Golf Cart Seat Belts Are Rare

December 7, 2018 Getting around, Public safety 1

The Villages Department of Safety reported responding to at least 86 accidents involving golf carts in 2018. Sixty-three of these involved injuries.

Local Toddler Makes History For Children With Disabilities

November 30, 2018 Florida Good 0

A local toddler is the first person with Down syndrome to be featured on Family Times and won the cover contest with local support.

Untold Florida: Where Waldo Got Its Name

November 30, 2018 Untold Florida: Your Neighborhood, Your Story 0

In a nearly 400-page book on the history of Waldo, only a few lines allude to the town's namesake.

Virtual Tour Demonstrates Dark World Of Dementia

November 26, 2018 Health and Science 1

Absolute Health of Ocala hosted the Virtual Dementia Tour to simulate the experience of patients living with dementia for caregivers.

Study Predicts Monkey Population Boom In Silver Springs State Park

November 20, 2018 Animals 0

The macaques are just one of Florida's many nonnative wildlife species, and they're also a tourist attraction.

Marion County Oakcrest Elementary Strives To Improve State’s Failing Grade

November 13, 2018 Education, Untold Florida: Your Neighborhood, Your Story 0

Oakcrest is one of Florida’s “turnaround” schools, as it has received five consecutive D grades on the state's annual assessment exams. The Marion Coutny school board believes that Oakcrest is doing everything it needs to ensure that it meets standards.