Marion County School Board Approves New Job Description for Drivers
The Marion County Public School Board approved the job description that should help improve the transportation challenges the school district is facing.
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Wildwood City Commission Selects Marcos Flores as Mayor Pro Tem
Commissioner Flores was voted mayor pro tem on Monday, Jan. 12.
Lady Lake Police Arrest 2 in Drug Trafficking Investigation
Lady Lake police arrested two individuals while searching suspects wanted on warrants on Jan. 3.
Two Gainesville Police Officers Injured, Shooting Suspect Killed, Victim with Fatal Wound Found Nearby
A shooting suspect has been killed, and two Gainesville Police Department officers sustained non-life-threatening injuries as a result of the incident on Jan. 14.
Marion County’s High School Graduation Rate Continues to Climb
Marion County’s high school graduation numbers are now at a four-year high.
Diamondbacks acquire 8-time All-Star 3B Nolan Arenado in a deal with the Cardinals
The Arizona Diamondbacks acquired eight-time All-Star third baseman Nolan Arenado in a trade Tuesday with the St. Louis Cardinals, adding an accomplished veteran to a team trying to return to the playoffs for the first time since a surprise World Series run in 2023.
Trevor Noah to host Grammys for the sixth and final time
Trevor Noah will be hosting the Grammy Awards for the sixth consecutive year, but this time, it’s being billed as a farewell gig. The Recording Academy announced Tuesday that the South African comedian is returning “one final time” for the Feb. 1 show, for which he will also serve as an executive producer.
Actor Kiefer Sutherland arrested for allegedly assaulting a ride-hail driver, police say
Actor Kiefer Sutherland was arrested on suspicion of criminal threats early Monday morning after Los Angeles police say he assaulted a ride-hail driver.
Luxury retailer Saks seeks bankruptcy protection overwhelmed by debt
The owner of Saks Fifth Avenue is seeking bankruptcy protection, buffeted by rising competition and the massive debt it took on to buy its rival in the luxury sector, Neiman Marcus, just over a year ago.
Iran signals fast trials and executions for protesters as crackdown death toll exceeds 2,500
Iran’s judiciary head said Wednesday there would be fast trials and executions ahead for suspects detained in nationwide protests despite a warning from U.S. President Donald Trump.