Commissioners: Don’t panic over 180-day moratorium on medical marijuana dispensaries
After many, many residents expressed their concerns to the Marion County Board of County Commissioners about the moratorium on medical marijuana, commissioners reached out...
To the Editor: This is a life and death decision for us
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I recently read an article about many positive efforts to improve the economy of Marion County. I also read, and am experiencing,...
Former Sheriff’s kiosk program under investigation, removed from businesses
UPDATE: Ofab Inc. CEO speaks out about the removal of the crime prevention kiosks
Marion County - The kiosk program, which was created by former Sheriff...
More Marion County Fire Rescue employees resign
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Marion County -- Tuesday, at a Marion County Board of County Commissioners meeting, it was announced that Marion County Fire Rescue had...
Commissioners look toward sales tax increase for public safety
Ocala, Florida -- Marion County Commissioners unanimously agreed last Tuesday to schedule a workshop to discuss placing a one cent sales tax increase on...
MCSO: Monumental change within the sheriff’s office
Ocala, Florida — In light of recent terrorist attacks, increased chatter, and intelligence about "lone-wolf" terrorists — both foreign and domestic — the Marion...
MCSO receives salary adjustment for entry-level deputies
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Ocala, Florida -- For the first time in 11 years, the Marion County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) increased the agency’s starting salary for...
911: It is supposed to save lives, not cost you your life
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Ocala, Florida -- Since the transfer of 911 dispatch services from the Marion County Sheriff's Office to the county commissioners control that...
Marion County sales tax initiative
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Ocala, Florida -- Official Press Release - On March 10, Marion County residents will have another opportunity to learn about the county’s...
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Marion County Fire Rescue shuts down 2 squads
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Ocala, Florida -- What has to happen before the Marion County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) realizes that public safety should be...
Marion County Fire Rescue fire chief announces retirement
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Ocala, Florida -- First on Ocala Post -- Marion County Fire Rescue fire chief M. Stuart McElhaney announced today that he is...
City Council overturns Mayor Guinn’s veto; 401-acres will be destroyed
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Ocala, Florida -- Despite his best efforts, Mayor Kent Guinn's veto on the Trinity Lane project was overturned by the City Council...
Labor leaders dislike county contract for firefighters, paramedics, and EMTs
Ocala, Florida -- On July 10, the Marion County Board of County Commissioners offered a contract to firefighters and paramedics that provided wage increases of...
Sheriff Chris Blair Boosts Office Morale Before The Holidays
Ocala, Florida -- Since Sheriff Chris Blair was elected as Sheriff in 2012, Blair and the Sheriff's Office have been under constant attack. The...
Sheriff Chris Blair Strong Armed By Commission But Says, “I Still Have To Protect...
The September 26, 2013, Marion County Board of County Commissioners meeting was nothing short of political strong arming. Residents of Marion County witnessed...
Fire crews had no choice; delayed response time to Monday’s tornado
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Ocala, Florida -- Marion County Fire Rescue specialty units had a delayed response to the EF-1 tornado that touched down Monday in...
City moves forward; allowing farm land to be over-developed
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Ocala, Florida -- Objections by Glen Hill Farm owner, Craig Bernick fell on deaf ears as the city gave the okay to...
City Council will discuss destroying farmland and Outside Sales Ordinance
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Ocala, Florida -- Tonight, January 20, 2015, the Ocala City Council will be holding several public meetings.
The meetings will cover the Trinity...
Marion County official resigns following community outrage
Ocala, Florida -- Recently, Ocala Post did an article titled 'Marion County government official belittles veteran for PTSD.'
The article was about Marcel “Butch” Verrando,...