MARION COUNTY, Florida (December 26, 2017)- Marion County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) Major Crimes detectives are currently investigating a homicide and attempted homicide that occurred this morning in Citra. At approximately 6:30 a.m., on Tuesday, December 26, 2017, MCSO deputies were dispatched to a home located at 3105 Northeast 162nd Place in Citra in reference to a disturbance. When deputies arrived on scene, they located one male deceased inside the home and two other men wounded. Both wounded individuals were transported to the hospital. [Read more…]
Oklawaha Valley Audubon Society
January 5, 2018 by
Birding is the fastest growing new activity and January is peak birding time in central Florida so join Oklawaha Valley Audubon Society for a field trip and start 2018 off right. On Friday, January 5, 2018, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm they will be doing Golf Cart Birding with the Villages Birding Club which is free. On Sunday, January 14, 2018, 8:00 am – 2:00 pm they will be going to Circle B Reserve Birding and the cost is $10 for members and $15 for non members. Both trips will have expert guides and everyone is welcome no matter what your level of experience. Attendees are encouraged to bring binoculars, cameras, hats, water, snacks and wear comfortable hiking clothes and shoes. Email [email protected] or call/text 609-553-0757 for details to register in advance.
E.L. Foster, Jr. Volunteer Program named at Hospice of Marion County
January 5, 2018 by
Jo Foster, left, and her daughter-in-law, Pam Foster, unveil the bronze plaque commemorating the dedication of the E. L. Foster, Jr. Volunteer Services Program at a celebration at Hospice of Marion County on December 5, 2017.
The Volunteer Services Program at Hospice of Marion County (HMC) has been aptly named for a former mayor and staunch supporter of philanthropic efforts in Ocala. E. L. Foster, Jr. who served as mayor from 1995-2002 was also on the HMC Board of Directors from 2003-2005. A longtime financial supporter of HMC, Foster’s legacy as a volunteer will live on among HMC’s 700 volunteers, who provide patient support, fundraising and administrative assistance to the area’s only non-profit hospice. [Read more…]
National Grange Charters New Chapter in Florida
January 5, 2018 by
The National Grange, headquartered in Washington DC has issued a charter for a new chapter of their Fraternal organization here in Florida. Named Tri County Grange #215 of Florida, it has been established in Lake County.
Barbara Borderieux, State Master/President recently presented the charter to Howard Sechler of Leesburg, who will serve as Master/President of the local group.
The Grange is a Fraternal organization, founded after the Civil War, in 1867, as a non profit, non partisan group with an agricultural base in history. The National Fraternity has just celebrated their 150th year in December. The Grange is part of nearly 2,000 hometowns across the United States, and is the first national organization to give full voice and vote to women 50 years before Congress adopted the same. It stresses family values and community service in their activities and events. They have a strong legislative voice and each year contribute many volunteer hours to worthwhile projects. [Read more…]
Marion County Genealogical Society Meeting
January 5, 2018 by
The Marion County Genealogical Society will meet Thursday January 18, 2018 at 2 PM at the Marion County Public Library located at 2720 E. Silver Springs Blvd. in Ocala. A brief business meeting will be followed by the January program Understanding and Using Your Autosomal DNA Test Results” by Drew Smith. For further information, contact Joel Swanson at (352)897-0840 or [email protected].
Ocala Business Leaders
January 5, 2018 by
Art Meadows spoke at the Ocala Business Leaders breakfast about custom Jewelry. Pictured from left: Debbie Blando, Art Meadows and Leine Cheek.
OBL Scholarships
January 5, 2018 by
Pictured are sponsors and recipients of the OBL Scholarships. They had the privilege of providing $2,000 for local college students. Ocala Business Leaders were also honored to be able to provide a total of $1,500 to help several veterans and their families.
Unemployment Rate Remains at 10-Year Low of 3.6 Percent
January 5, 2018 by
Gov. Scott: Florida Businesses Created Nearly 14,000 Private-Sector Jobs in November
NAPLES, Fla. — Today, Governor Rick Scott announced that Florida businesses created nearly 14,000 private-sector jobs across the state in November. The state’s unemployment rate also remained at a 10-year low of 3.6 percent. Since December 2010, Florida businesses have created 1,465,800 jobs. Florida’s annual job growth rate of 2.5 percent continues to exceed the nation’s rate of 1.6 percent. [Read more…]
Merry Christmas!
January 5, 2018 by
By Florida Senator Baxley
“Wreaths Across America” provided a highlight of inspiration this week as hundreds of volunteers and veterans spread out over Highland Memorial Park to place a wreath with a salute and gratitude for each fallen soldier. This is spreading all across the country at the Christmas season as we honor all those who have selflessly served, and remember them with honor and dignity.
We believe in remembering. America is strong and the world is safer when America is strong. All of these dedicated men and women, who took the oath of sacrifice for others, must be remembered. They were not policy makers. They were simply ordinary people ready to protect and serve in defense of others. [Read more…]
January 2018 Publisher’s Notes
January 5, 2018 by
Wild Fires In California:
One death was an elderly woman who had a wreck while evacuating. Another death was a Fire fighter while trying to save lives. A horse trainer said he saw 10 horses die, including his own horse. The Santa Anna Winds moved the fire so fast that there was no time. One minute you’re OK and the next you’re not. The residents are being told to be ready to leave at a moment’s notice. If the Santa Anna Winds would just slow down and give the Fire Team a chance to fight it! [Read more…]
