Ministry owner dies at 87
Lois Steiner was the longtime owner of the Divine Providence thrift store.
Salute to veterans
Students and others, including the Humble Squadron, pay tribute to Ocala/Marion County military personnel.
STATE NEWS BRIEFS
Cursive instruction and high ed oath
COMMUNITY NEWS
County award, library closure/expansion and call to artists
FWC urges ‘be BearWise’
Florida black bears are more active in the fall, which can lead to confrontations with humans and other animals.
Behind the scenes of history
Bea Swedien’s new book, ‘My Life as a Studio Wife,’ chronicles a lifetime of love and music.
Foundation event honors area nonprofits
More than 100 organizations received Give4Marion funds and 26 were noted for completing a year-long academy.
Uptick in clients
Ocala food bank sees increase in people coming for groceries, possibly related to the pause in SNAP benefits.
Hotel Marion revitalization delayed
Ocala City Council pulls $2.9M incentive package for now.
Former sheriff dies at 90
Don Moreland served in that role from 1973-1992, in an era that saw many firsts.
State university efficiency eyed
The audit showed New College at the top of the cost-per-degree chart, at $494,715, with $150,729 per degree at the University of Florida.
Gallery receives donation
A local foundation will help Rainbow Springs Art pave a parking area.
FHS student fondly remembered at memorial
The sister of Shannon Rushing has launched a pedestrian safety petition after the teen died while walking on a local road.
KOS Concert Band salute
The “Veterans Light the Stars” event honored area military personnel.
State honor for Ocala veteran
Steve Petty, a retired U.S. Army captain, was inducted into the Florida Veterans Hall of Fame on Nov. 6.

