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23 hours ago in Lifestyle

What to know about student loan repayment plans and collections

It's been a confusing time for people with student loans. Collections restarted, then were put on hold. At the same time, borrowers had to stay on top of changes to key forgiveness plans.

23 hours ago in Lifestyle

Why some women choose Galentines over Valentines. And how they might celebrate

Galentine's Day became a pop culture phenomenon with a 2010 episode of the TV comedy "Parks and Recreation" that celebrated female friendships around Valentine's Day. Amy Poehler's character, Leslie Knope, gathered her gal pals on Feb. 13.

6 days ago in Lifestyle

Renters use ‘rent now, pay later’ services to manage monthly payments, but fees raise concerns

Rent can eat up an entire paycheck at the start of the month, so a growing number of renters are turning to a financial product that promises relief by letting them split the bill — for a price.

Sports

6 hours ago in Sports

LeBron James will sit for Lakers vs Spurs, taking him out of consideration for 22nd All-NBA honors

LeBron James will sit out of the Los Angeles Lakers' game against the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday night due to left foot arthritis, a decision that will prevent him from qualifying for consideration for his 22nd straight appearance on an All-NBA team.

6 hours ago in Sports

US skating star Ilia Malinin leads after near-perfect short program at the Milan Cortina Olympics

US skating star Ilia Malinin leads after near-perfect short program at the Milan Cortina Olympics

23 hours ago in Sports

Justin Verlander returns to the Detroit Tigers on a $13 million, one-year contract

For his 21st season in the majors, Justin Verlander is going back to the very beginning of his career. All the way back to Motown.

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1 hour ago in Community, Local

Mentorship Program The VERB Kind Impacts At-Risk Youth in Marion, Alachua, Beyond

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Mentors make all the difference in a program that helps reduce the recidivism rate for incarcerated young people.

3 hours ago in Education, Local

Marion County School Board Approves Funding for Osceola Middle School Project

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The Marion County Public School Board approved funding for a construction project that will transform Osceola Middle School's Building No. 2.

9 hours ago in Community, Entertainment, Local

The Reilly Arts Center: 50 Years of the Ocala Symphony

Front view of the Reilly Arts Center, featuring a gray and purple art deco facade with arched doorways and palm trees.

The Reilly Arts Center celebrates 50 years of community music initiatives with the Ocala Symphony Orchestra.

1 day ago in Community, Local

Road Resurfacing and Future Projects Aim to Improve Infrastructure in Marion County

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The Marion County Office of the County Engineer is involved with a number of projects that will make life easier as people navigate their way around the county.

1 day ago in Community, Local

Marion County Office of the County Engineer Works Toward Connecting the Corridors

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Flyovers and interchange projects would make life much easier for commuters to get from one side of the county to another. The good news is that there are some projects planned, but they do take time.

3 days ago in Entertainment, Features, Local, Photos

Raney’s Truck Parts Supports Make-A-Wish Foundation at Ocala Truck Show (PHOTOS)

Two awards sit on a table with a black tablecloth with a black and white background. The awards read, "Road to Wishes Truck Show" with categories reading, "Kids Choice" and "Lights Out."

Raney's Truck Parts hosted their second annual Road to Wishes Truck Show in Ocala to support the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

5 days ago in Community, Local, State

Equine Groups Fight Decoupling Legislation that Endangers Marion County Legacy Industry

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A bill has moved forward in the Florida State House of Representatives that would allow Florida thoroughbred tracks to cease racing while keeping their other gambling facilities in operation.

6 days ago in Community, Local

Liberty Lives Here: How Marion County Celebrates America’s 250th Anniversary

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A host of activities will be part of the nation's 250th birthday celebration with Liberty Lives Here, America 250 Marion County, FL.

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6 hours ago in Entertainment

Oscar hopefuls including Jessie Buckley and Timothée Chalamet gather for luncheon and class picture

Nearly all of the 230 people up for Oscars across 24 categories gathered Tuesday for the Academy Award nominees luncheon, an event that functions as a celebration, group portrait session and orientation for next month's big ceremony.

6 hours ago in Sports

LeBron James will sit for Lakers vs Spurs, taking him out of consideration for 22nd All-NBA honors

LeBron James will sit out of the Los Angeles Lakers' game against the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday night due to left foot arthritis, a decision that will prevent him from qualifying for consideration for his 22nd straight appearance on an All-NBA team.

6 hours ago in Sports

US skating star Ilia Malinin leads after near-perfect short program at the Milan Cortina Olympics

US skating star Ilia Malinin leads after near-perfect short program at the Milan Cortina Olympics

6 hours ago in National

Trump administration says El Paso airspace closure was tied to Mexican cartel drones

The Federal Aviation Administration reopened the airspace around El Paso International Airport in Texas on Wednesday morning, just hours after it announced a 10-day closure that would have grounded all flights to and from the airport.

6 hours ago in National

Attorney General Bondi will face questions from Congress on Epstein and investigation of lawmakers

Attorney General Pam Bondi will face questions from lawmakers Wednesday over the Justice Department's handling of files related to Jeffrey Epstein that have exposed sensitive private information about victims despite redaction efforts.