DeSantis signs animal cruelty bills, including statewide database
Marion County has long had an animal abuser database, known as ‘Molly’s Law,’ and local advocate Lilly Baron was on hand for the ceremony.
On the road again
Tom Hockett will set off June 1 on the River Styx 450 Challenge to support three charities.
Renowned local farmer, cattleman dies at 89
D.A. Lewis Jr. will be remembered for his work in growing and teaching about peanuts, and for mentoring youth involved in agriculture.
Alumni celebrate historic Black schools
Graduates of Hardrock and Booker T. Washington High Schools recall a fire, classes in alternate locations, rebuilding and moving through integration.
Fire damages semis at nonprofit
His Compassion did lose any food and continued to supply other pantries in the area.
Strong Families program graduates 42 in latest class
Alumni Ashley Todd and Michelle Hann receive UWMC/CF scholarships.
Marion County Animal Services selected for pilot project
The national endeavor aims to reunite lost pets with their families before they go into a shelter.
Free meals offered during summer school break
The Marion County Public Library System is partnering with the Shores Assembly of God to serve students at seven locations; other sites also are part of the program.
High tea surpasses goals
The annual event is a fundraiser for the Interfaith Emergency Services shelter program for homeless women and children.
Citizens voice views about possible black bear hunt, other issues
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is meeting in Ocala on May 21 and 22 and will consider a regulated hunt.
