Strike up the band

Members of The Royal Guardsmen will be guests of honor at the June 28 Ocala Main Street kickoff for its America 250 Celebration events.

COMMUNITY NEWS BRIEFS

National award of excellence, $15K donation for scholarships, designer debuts new collection

Hidden danger beneath our feet

Why conserving Marion County’s groundwater is critical before the heavy summer rains arrive.

World premiere in Ocala

The June 27 and 28 Red, White and OSO Blue concerts will debut “Revolutionary Triptych,” an orchestral work honoring Revolutionary War patriots.

Call to artists

The Rainbow Springs Art in Dunnellon gallery seeks entries for its “Creatures of the Sea Community Art Show."

Strike up the band

Members of The Royal Guardsmen will be guests of honor at the June 28 Ocala Main Street kickoff for its America 250 Celebration events.

Government advisory board vacancies

By serving on a local board, your experience and knowledge can influence governmental decisions and help you, fellow citizens and local government.

Recycling program revised

Ocala shifting from curbside recycling to drop-off sites, avoiding boost to monthly bills.

BOCC approves two new communities

The commission voted yes to more than 350 new homes in the northeast corridor and Silver Springs Shores areas.