College of Central Florida Announces Winter Break Closure Dates
All College of Central Florida campuses in the 352 will be closed from Dec. 18 through Jan. 2.
Education
Marion County School Board to Have Further Discussion on Superintendent Job Search Dec. 18
The Marion County Public School is placing an emphasis on students’ outcomes, rather than a timeline, as part of their decision process for hiring their next superintendent.
Marion HCA Hospitals and the Public Education Foundation ‘Thank a Teacher’
Educator Kathy Nick of Ward-Highlands Elementary School in Ocala was the recipient of September’s “Thank a Teacher” award from Marion area HCA hospitals and the Public Education Foundation of Marion County.
Marion HCA Hospitals Celebrate First Year for Career Pathways to a Healthier Florida Program
HCA Florida Ocala Hospital and HCA Florida West Marion Hospital are celebrating a successful first year of a three-year grant program by congratulating hundreds of local high school students for learning more about healthcare, including pursuing potential careers in the field.
Marion County Schools Update Focuses on Communication and Partnerships
Marion County Public Schools expands partnerships, improves communication and increases community engagement.
Alachua County Public School Students Named All-State Musicians
Forty-three young Alachua County students were selected to be All-State Musicians by the Florida Music Education Association.
College of Central Florida to Offer State’s First Precision Agriculture Degree
The College of Central Florida’s new Precision Agriculture degree will be taught beginning in the fall of 2026.
Citrus County Arts Initiative to Launch Spotlight Series with Benefit Performance Nov. 22
The show will double as a fundraiser for Twistid Arts Initiative, raising funds to support students interested in the performing arts.
Marion School Board Discusses Protocol for Contractor Delays
The Marion County Public School Board talked about procedures for change orders and timelines.
Marion County School Board Discusses Pedestrian Safety in Wake of Tragedy
Safety was a topic discussed by the Marion County Public School Board at their Nov. 11, 2025 meeting, with the recent fatality of Forest High School student Shannon Rushing, who was struck by a vehicle while walking to school.