Community painting party
On May 30, members of the community can become part of the Horse Fever legacy.
Ocala teen earns high level recognition
Christina Hernandez helped save her grandfather’s life and was awarded the Girl Scout National Lifesaving Medal of Honor.
Community connector
FAFO’s annual Symphony Under the Stars fundraiser shows “how powerful the arts can be in bringing people together.”
Food drive donations down this year
Collections were about 44% less in the annual Stamp Out Hunger endeavor but will still “help many families.”
Rails to ranches: 150 years of Anthony
From its early beginnings, this small town has been home to a diverse population and has seen many changes and challenges.
Bringing the beach to Ocala
The May 16 Sand & Sun Festival will feature a sand sculpture competition and more.
Help sought in organizing senior citizen prom
The Salvation Army-Ocala Corps’ invites the community to provide support.
Former NAACP president passes away in Ocala
TiAnna Harris was involved with numerous area organizations, many of which are connected to youth.
High tea fun(d)raiser
Annual Interfaith event draws teams competing for honors while supporting local families.
IHMC Ocala evening lecture set for May 21
Dr. Theresa Currier Thomas will discuss ‘the invisible aftermath of concussion.’
Rolling for The Rock
Car show and vendor fair on May 16 will support program that helps area students.
Ocala’s Howard Mautner takes Honor Flight trip to DC
WWII veteran visited several memorials and helped lay a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
Lotus Marion name and mission unveiled
The organization will serve as a dual certified center for sexual assault and domestic violence.
Inspire Gala highlights philanthropy and collaboration
The Community Foundation for Ocala/Marion County event celebrated collective impact.
COMMUNITY NEWS BRIEFS
Nonprofit awards, food outreach, new book, student scholarship
