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Parents encouraged to register new students right away
Families of students who will be entering an Alachua County public school for the first time and those who have moved or will be moving to a new school zone within the district are encouraged to register their students as soon as possible. The post Parents encouraged to register new students right away appeared first on Alachua Chronicle.
Garage fire in Silver Springs Shores combatted by firefighters
Marion County firefighters were dispatched to a home in Silver Springs Shores early Tuesday morning after a fire ignited inside a garage. At around 1:45 a.m. on Tuesday, Marion County Fire Rescue units responded to a residence located on Dogwood Drive Course in Ocala. According to MCFR, an individual had called 911 and reported that a fire was located in the home’s garage.
Woman arraigned on DUI manslaughter charges stemming from Ocala accident that killed two
A woman facing two counts of DUI manslaughter was arraigned last week, just over a month after she was allegedly driving at over twice the legal blood alcohol limit and caused an accident that claimed the lives of two men. Tiara Kirkland was arraigned on Tuesday, July 16, in the...
Looking for work? Attend a job fair today
OCALA, FL (352today.com) – Nearly two dozen employers are looking to fill vacancies at a job fair today, Tuesday, July 23. CareerSource Citrus Levy Marion (CLM) says recruiters from the manufacturing, hospitality, healthcare and retail industries will be represented; to name a few. Employers registered to attend include:. Advent.
Ocala teacher says theater instructor changed his life
OCALA, Fla. — A+ Teacher Timothy Mathews says there is a place for everyone in his class. The Horizon Academy at Marion Oaks teacher says he has all kinds of students with all types of talents. What You Need To Know. Timothy Mathews likes to help each of his...
Ocala Police officers host school supply drive for students
OCALA, Fla. (WCJB) - Students received supplies during a school supply drive hosted by Ocala police officers at the Berkeley Pointe apartment complex. They handed out around 60 bags full of notebooks, rulers, and other essentials. Officers say the items were donated by the nonprofit group: ‘Rock Program.’
Cloud formation in sky over On Top of the World Community in Ocala
A summer evening brought this cloud formation to the skies over On Top of the World in Ocala. Thanks to Dean Janssen for sharing!. Share your local photos with us at https://ocala-news.com/submit-your-photos!
Ocala man arrested for setting fire to wife’s clothing, military uniform in backyard
A 30-year-old Ocala man has been arrested and charged with criminal mischief after he allegedly set dozens of his wife’s clothing items, including her military uniform, on fire in their backyard. On Sunday, a Marion County Sheriff’s Office corporal and deputy responded to a local residence in reference to...
Beer, coffee, BBQ, pizza, live music all under one (former Ocala fire station) roof
Midtown Station, a repurposed city fire station on the south side of Tuscawilla Park at 235 NE Watula Ave., is slated to have a soft opening in August. The family friendly food/beverage/dessert/live entertainment venue, which can accommodate 300 guests, will open early seven days a week and remain open until 10 or 11 p.m. nightly, according to the developers.
40-year prison term for man who fatally shot another man outside an Ocala grocery store
A man convicted of murder has been sentenced to a 40-year prison term. Here's what we know about that case and others heard at the Marion County Judicial Center the week of July 15. State v. Leandre Rashad Cox. Judge: Circuit Judge Robert Hodges. Lawyers: Assistant State Attorney Adam Smith...
Malnourished horses seized from Williston farm by law enforcement
Law enforcement authorities seized four horses, including a 3-month-old colt, from a farm in Williston last week after finding the animals malnourished and in need of medical attention. On Friday, Levy County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to 13890 NE 70th Street in Williston in reference to a report of animal...
Hidden cost of vacation rentals skyrockets property taxes for hundreds of local homeowners
Hundreds of northeast Florida homeowners are taking advantage of the summertime beach living to put rooms up for vacation rentals, but are finding a hidden cost in renting out their place.
Gov. DeSantis encourages sheriffs, awards teachers at 2 events in Orlando
ORLANDO, Fla. – Gov. Ron DeSantis had a busy morning in Central Florida on Tuesday. He spoke Tuesday morning at the Florida Sheriffs’ Association 2024 Summer Conference in Orlando. As he did at the Republican National Convention, DeSantis spoke against Amendment 3, which would legalize recreational marijuana in...
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