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Planning for growth in Ocala and the city’s financial future
OCALA, FL (352today.com) – Do you care about growth and development in Ocala? If your answer to the question is, “Yes!” You’ll want to check your calendar to see if you’re available next Tuesday evening. The City of Ocala is making an investment in its...
Florida Supreme Court allows state warning about 'costs' of abortion amendment on the ballot
The Florida Supreme Court has turned down a challenge to the latest financial statement for a November ballot measure that would grant a right to abortion access in the state. In a 6-1 opinion, the court ruled against Floridians Protecting Freedom, the groups behind the proposed constitutional amendment, and agreed with the state,...
Tallahassee software company takes 'full responsibility' for election websites crashing
The Tallahassee-based company that supports Palm Beach County's Supervisor of Elections website and much of the rest of Florida's elections sites, accepted blame for a glitch that caused the delay of Tuesday's primary results posted online. In a statement released Wednesday afternoon, VR Systems said the glitches affected every client's website that they...
Ron DeSantis' political star is tarnished after key Florida primary night losses
Two years has been a political eternity for Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis. In 2022, when DeSantis was at the peak of his political powers and openly flirting with running for president, he used his sway to start remaking local school boards into much more conservative-leaning bodies. During that year's midterm elections, when DeSantis won re-election by a historic near 20-points, he backed 30 school board candidates, and only five lost.
WEEKEND WEATHER: One word… showers!
OCALA, FL (352today.com) – I hate to be the bearer of bad news… but the weekend weather forecast isn’t looking great if you have outdoor plans. Showers and thunderstorms are in store Friday through Sunday for North Central Florida. The National Weather Service (NWS) says the most likely timing is the afternoon and evening.
Wildwood will be home to new Duke Energy training facility
Duke Energy joined community leaders in Sumter County to celebrate the groundbreaking of the company’s new Wildwood Training Center, a state-of-the-art facility that will support the teams and systems that play a vital role in powering Florida communities. The announcement event included remarks from company leaders and elected officials,...
Bridge bunch finds there’s really no trick to parking
A bridge bunch gathered at a home in The Villages and found there was no trick to parking. “The person closest to the house wins the bid,” said the Parking Patrol member who spotted this full house. Share your Bad Parking photos at news@villages-news.com.
WEEKEND TOP PICKS: Music, markets, making art, and more around North Central Florida
OCALA, FL (352today.com) – Families around North Central Florida are getting used to the routine of the school year again: morning car line, afterschool programs, nightly homework, wash, rinse, repeat. Break the routine this weekend by heading out to a local market, workshop, or concert. Here are the top...
Wildwood to host Great Pollinator Census event on Friday
As a way to encourage the public to participate in the Great Florida Pollinator Census, the City of Wildwood is hosting a pollinator event at the Wildwood Community Center this Friday, Aug. 23. “This is a great way for everyday people to become citizen scientists, regardless of background or education,”...
La Hacienda District Customer Service Satellite Office temporary closure
The District Customer Service Satellite Office located at La Hacienda will be temporarily closed Sunday, Aug. 25 until Saturday, Sept. 7. for scheduled remodeling. For immediate assistance, please visit the main District office at 984 Old Mill Run in Lake Sumter Landing.
Florida high school football scores: Palm Beach County live updates from Week 1
The first week of high school football has arrived in Palm Beach County. Stay tuned with The Palm Beach Post for live scoreboard updates on the top local programs as they start the fall regular season! ...
Florida Atlantic among 12 universities to conduct antisemitism checks in curriculum
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — As college students head back to school, state authorities are requiring public universities to do a targeted review of their courses. The goal is to root out any content that contains anti-Semitic material or an anti-Israel bias. Florida Atlantic University along with11 other...
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