A unanimous vote by the Marion County Public School Board for Marion Technical College to go forward with a project where they will be able to offer an Associate’s of Science degree in radiography was approved at the MCPS board meeting Asept. 9, 2025.
The Marion County Public School Board unanimously approved the millage rated and budget for fiscal year 2025-2026 at a special meeting on Sept. 9, 2025.
Gainesville High School assistant principal Dr. Mallory Becker has been named a recipient of the 2025 Yale Educator Award, which honors tea hers and counselors who inspire and support students to achieve excellence.
The Appleton Museum of Art is launching a new schedule of fall art classes designed for all ages and skill levels. Offering hands-on opportunities to learn, create, and be inspired. Classes are led by experienced educators and artists, with registration now open at AppletonMuseum.org.
Theresa Boston-Ellis Marion County Public Schools chief financial officer is retiring from the school district after 33 years on Aug. 29, 2025.
Ocala’s Jose Juarez has been appointed by Gov. Ron DeSantis to the College of Central Florida District Board of Trustees. A longtime Marion County resident, Juarez is the CEO and founder of Victory Solutions, owner of BarbaCuban, and an active community leader involved in Leadership Florida and the Ocala-Silver Springs Rotary Club. His appointment is subject to confirmation by the Florida Senate.
The College of Central Florida received a $70,000 grant to assist students who may not qualify for financial aid.
From back-to-school milestones to public safety warnings, Marion County residents were engaged with a wide range of headlines this week. Here’s a look at the 10 most-read stories on 352 Today between August 9 and August 15.
Marion County Public Schools’ Food and Nutrition Department is adding two more campuses to its Afterschool Meals Program this year, bringing the total to 39 locations serving free, nutritious meals to students in Marion Afterschool Programs.
Alachua County Public Schools is introducing new and improved communication tools designed to make it easier for families, staff, and the community to stay informed and connected.
