COMMUNITY NEWS BRIEFS
National award of excellence, $15K donation for scholarships, designer debuts new collection
Call to artists
The Rainbow Springs Art in Dunnellon gallery seeks entries for its “Creatures of the Sea Community Art Show."
Look up!
New Discovery Center exhibit explores ‘Treehouses: Look Who’s Living in the Trees.’
Hear Us Roar III
Collaborative fundraiser features performances and art created by clients of The Arc of Marion in partnership with Arts in Health Ocala Metro practitioners.
Saluting an American icon
Local students are honored for their essays on “What the American Flag Means to Me” during event that included a proper flag retirement ceremony.
SJRWMD affirms water use declaration
Mandatory restrictions remain in place as drought conditions persist.
Ocala pitmaster is back on TV
Rashad Jones is judging the current season of the Food Network’s ‘BBQ Brawl,’ which he won in 2022.
SW 66th Street bridge over I-75 to close June 15
The closure will span approximately one year, with a scheduled reopening in summer 2027.
Choked by algae
Silver Springs faces an ecological crisis as experts call for local action to turn the tide.
COMMUNITY NEWS BRIEFS
Students compete in ISEF, foundation seeks support for students, student music video
Fun and useful program set for June 20
Sew WHAT? Learning Sewing Basics with G will include music, snacks and camaraderie.
Native Ocalan dies at 73
Russell Baillie was known for his service to the community and his love of the great outdoors.
‘Aging with Grace’
Church will offer free program to uplift and improve the lives of seniors.
Honors and scholarships for adults and youth
The War Cry 4 Peace 2026 Awards and Scholarship Reveal and Mayor’s Olympic Games Challenge took place June 7 in Ocala.
Now read this!
Local authors gather for book signing event that one of them said ‘screamed Ocala.’
“Cats & Dogs: A Portrait of Devotion” opens at The Brick
‘Like our pets, these art pieces evoke emotion and inspire action without speaking a single sentence.’
Flag Day program set for June 14 in Ocala
The Marion County Veterans Council event will include a flag retirement ceremony and student presentations.
