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Ocala · OcalaAmerican redstart
The hardwood forests of Marion County are full of colorful creatures, especially during the spring and fall migration. Twice a year the black and flame-colored American redstarts pass through, moving frenetically among the trees. Adult males are black and orange, females and juveniles are dark gray and yellow-orange. This one was spotted on the Swamp Trail at Silver SpringsSee the Story
Bird of the week 2024 | American redstart - Ocala Gazette
Infrastructure · Ocala"To all the letter writers complaining about traffic, infrastructure, and development: You may feel better after submitting your thoughts, but it's unlikely your complaint will be read by anyone who actually votes on a development agreement" - An Ocklawaha resident says those who want to share their thoughts should do so at city and county meetings. Read more: Pay attention to Ocala and Marion County government if you want to be heardSee the Story
Pay attention to Ocala and Marion County government if you want to be heard
Ocala · OcalaA public hearing on April 22 for rezoning of a parcel near the entrance to On Top of the World had several unusual aspects, starting with a prayer from Marion County Commission Chair Michelle Stone that asked for wisdom, patience and acceptance of the outcome even if “we do not agree.”
Stone’s prayer previewed the 4-1 vote by the commission to approveSee the Story
BOCC votes 4-1 to approve 312-unit apartment complex at On Top of the World - Ocala Gazette
Ocala · OcalaMarion County commissioners approved a rezoning request this week that will allow owners of the Baldwin Angus Ranch to use a plot of farmland for agricultural purposes, which the family says is essential for keeping their longtime cattle business alive as massive development continues to surround them.
Despite county staff’s recommendation to deny the zoning change, commissioners were persuaded by pleasSee the Story
Zoning change approved for Baldwin Angus Ranch to expand - Ocala Gazette
Ocala · OcalaWith the deadline fast approaching for Ocala Electric Utility customers to receive and cash court-ordered refund checks for illegally assessed fire service fees, attorneys for Ocala and the customers have agreed to pause a provision of the agreement calling for any uncollected refunds to revert to the city.
According to a May 2022 court order, refund checks totaling almost $80 millionSee the Story
Ocala’s processing of fire fee refunds leaves questions - Ocala Gazette
Ocala · OcalaThe Interstate 75 southbound on-ramp at State Road 200 will be closed overnight starting at 8 p.m. Wednesday and is expected to reopen by 7:30 a.m. Thursday as work continues on an emergency asphalt repair, according to the Florida Department of Transportation.
Detour Information:
Motorists traveling southwest on S.R. 200 will turn left on SW 60th Avenue, left on SW 95th Street, rightSee the Story
Traffic Advisory: I-75 southbound on-ramp at SR 200 to be temporarily closed starting at 8 p.m. tonight - Ocala Gazette
Ocala · OcalaAn exciting week of sales concluded at Ocala Breeders’ Sales on April 19, with an impressive turnout and profit from the sale of hundreds of young horses.
OBS netted $82.7 million in its annual Spring Sale last week after the auction and sale of 642 premier thoroughbred horses from April 16 through 19, according to OBS.
The sale, for 2-year-old thoroughbreds inSee the Story
OBS nets $82.7 million in annual spring sale - Ocala Gazette
Ocala · OcalaSanitation customers of the city of Ocala may receive a random survey call next week as the Public Works department gathers feedback about its sanitation collection.
The annual survey will take place from April 29 through May 3 this year, and commercial and residential customers can expect a call any time from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily.
Caller ID will displaySee the Story