Mentorship Program The VERB Kind Impacts At-Risk Youth in Marion, Alachua, Beyond
Mentors make all the difference in a program that helps reduce the recidivism rate for incarcerated young people.
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Marion County School Board Approves Funding for Osceola Middle School Project
The Marion County Public School Board approved funding for a construction project that will transform Osceola Middle School’s Building No. 2.
City of Belleview Hosts Homeless Task Force Meeting to Strengthen Community Coordination
The Task Force meeting on Jan. 22 focused on strengthening coordination efforts between groups, improving communication and maximizing community impact.
City of Wildwood Launches Online Municipal Improvement Projects Tracker
The City of Wildwood has launched a publicly accessible online tool to keep residents informed of ongoing infrastructure and capital improvement projects.
The Reilly Arts Center: 50 Years of the Ocala Symphony
The Reilly Arts Center celebrates 50 years of community music initiatives with the Ocala Symphony Orchestra.
City of Ocala Announces New Sun & Sand Festival, Opens Call for Vendors
Ocala’s new Sun & Sand Festival will take place May 16 and feature a competition between six professional sand sculptors.
Road Resurfacing and Future Projects Aim to Improve Infrastructure in Marion County
The Marion County Office of the County Engineer is involved with a number of projects that will make life easier as people navigate their way around the county.
Lake County Animal Shelter Announces Valentine’s Adoption Event
The Lake County Animal Shelter is waiving adoption fees for all pets in February as part of its “You Can’t Buy Love, But You Can Adopt It” Valentine’s promotion.
County Road 466/475 Roundabout Project in North Sumter County Enters Final Phase
The roundabout at C 466 and C 475 North near the Sumter/Marion County line is now open to traffic, and in the final phase of construction.
Marion County Office of the County Engineer Works Toward Connecting the Corridors
Flyovers and interchange projects would make life much easier for commuters to get from one side of the county to another. The good news is that there are some projects planned, but they do take time.