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Important traffic info in Marion County: I-75 slowdowns; city of Dunnellon lot closures
The Florida Department of Transportation and city of Dunnellon are asking residents to be on the lookout for slowdowns and closures this week. FDOT officials said motorists traveling along Interstate 75 in the northbound lanes, north of U.S. 27, and southbound on the highway north of County Road 318, will be asked to slow down considerably so Duke Energy workers can remove fiber optic cable.
Major Boost for Local Healthcare: $11.7 Million Endowment to Fund Nursing Scholarships in Citrus County
The College of Central Florida Foundation, in partnership with the Citrus County Hospital Board, has established an $11.7 million endowment to support nursing education for local students. Starting in August 2024, this endowment will fund scholarships that cover in-state tuition and lab fees for Citrus County residents enrolled in the Associate Degree Nursing program at CF. This program is available at the Wilton Simpson Citrus Campus and the Ocala Campus, the latter being ranked as the top nursing program in Florida by RegisteredNursing.org.
Local Triumph: Crystal River Celebrates Manatee Toast's Return to Three Sisters Springs
Today in Crystal River, Florida, First Lady Casey DeSantis participated in the release of a rehabilitated manatee named Toast at Three Sisters Springs. Toast was rescued near this location in January with a buoyancy issue and was treated at SeaWorld Orlando. This event highlights Florida's ongoing efforts to protect its manatee population.
Inverness City Council Enhances Meeting Accessibility with New CivicClerk Software for Residents
The City of Inverness is adopting CivicClerk, a new online agenda and meeting software. This software will be used for council meetings, which occur on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month. The aim is to make these meetings more accessible and efficient for residents.
Crystal River Native, Emma Thomas, Serves Veterans While Studying Law in South Dakota
Emma Thomas, a first-generation student from Crystal River, Florida, is studying at South Dakota's Knudson School of Law. She previously earned a bachelor's degree in interdisciplinary social science from Florida State University. Thomas chose the Knudson School of Law for its values of excellence, service, and leadership, which align with her goals. She believes studying law in South Dakota will broaden her perspectives.
Crystal River's Own Emma Thomas: Serving Veterans and Pursuing Law Degree in South Dakota
Emma Thomas, a first-generation student from Crystal River, Florida, is studying at South Dakota's Knudson School of Law. She previously earned a bachelor's degree in interdisciplinary social science from Florida State University. She moved to South Dakota for law school because of the school's focus on excellence, service, and leadership.
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