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Community and calendar briefs for June 6 in Ocala and Marion County.

Brian Schaefering was in the area at the Outlier K-9 Foundation's Dogpatch Downs to meet his service dog, Niko.

Important numbers to have on hand in case of tropical storm related issues.

If you have thoughts, opinions or comments on ideas to relieve an overburdened Interstate 75 by running more roads through Alachua or Marion counties, this week is your chance to speak up.

Through his longtime involvement with Boy Scouts of America, Bud Boyer has served as a leader and mentor for hundreds, if not thousands, of local scouts. On a recent Sunday, Boyer attended the Eagle Scout ceremony for the 50th scout he has led to scouting's highest rank.

AAA also urges drivers to take the advice of the Rubber Manufacturers Association and check vehicle tires for safety, economy and longer tire life.

Hurricane season began Wednesday, so it’s time to update emergency plans and phone lists and restock supply kits.

Community Technical & Adult Education (CTAE) - known for its firefighter/EMT, nursing and welding programs - has been renamed Marion Technical College.

A tropical system is expected to bring a threat of tornadoes and up to five inches of rain to the area in the next few days, with the worst arriving Monday afternoon and continuing through early Tuesday.

Community and calendar briefs for June 5 in Ocala and Marion County