Marion County, Florida

06/02/2026

Join Marion County Commission Chair Carl Zalak, III for a special edition of "Straight From The Chair" as he recaps the historic collective bargaining agreement for Marion County firefighters, paramedics and EMTs at the June 2 commission meeting!

Keep an eye out for more video updates following each commission meeting twice a month. Thanks for watching and staying informed!

To view meetings and agendas, visit: www.MarionFl.org/agendas

06/02/2026

🇺🇸 Saturday, June 27, 2026 is National PTSD Awareness Day 🇺🇸

Join us at Tuscawilla Park at 8:00 AM for a 2.2-mile awareness walk featuring mental health resources to help raise consciousness about the effects of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

This event supports local resources available to those affected by PTSD.

To support the cause, Marion County is selling quality dry-fit t-shirts for $26–$30, with proceeds benefiting local organizations that help our Hometown Heroes living with PTSD.

Purchase your shirt here: https://mission1776.org/ptsd-shirts

Together, we can bring awareness, support healing, and stand beside those who have sacrificed so much for our communities.

06/01/2026

World Environment Day is almost here on June 5th!
One simple way to make a difference is by picking up litter and helping keep Marion County clean and beautiful.
Follow No Horsin' Around with Marion for tips, resources, and information about Marion County Solid Waste. Keep an eye out for Rubbish and Debrie as they share ways to reduce waste, recycle, and care for our community!

World Environment Day is almost here! 🌎⌛

Marion County is celebrating the global effort on June 5th. Protecting our environment.

This is a reminder that small actions, like reducing waste, cleaning up our spaces, and caring for nature, add up to a big impact.

Let's get ready to make a difference for our planet. 💚🌳

05/29/2026

05/27/2026

Meet our Pets of the Week!

Joyce | 6 yrs | Female | A374931
Calm, gentle, and full of quiet charm, Joyce loves affection, takes treats softly, and happily leans in for neck and butt scratches. Easygoing with people but likes to be the boss with other dogs, she’s ready to be someone’s sweet and loyal companion.

Baby | 3 yrs | Female | A382173
Super sweet and loving, Baby is a gentle cat who adores affection and being close to her people. She’s calm, cuddly, and happiest soaking up attention and companionship.

Silver | 5 yrs | Male | A351619
Fun, active, and always ready to play, Silver is an energetic guy looking for a family that can keep up with him. He’s playful, outgoing, and full of personality, but no cats please. If you’re looking for an adventure buddy with lots of enthusiasm, Silver may be your guy.

May is National Pet Month!

We’ve reduced our adoption fees to only $5!

05/27/2026

05/26/2026

Operational Update: Marion County Solid Waste facilities are open today, Tuesday, May 26. All locations will return to their regular operating schedules starting tomorrow.

♻️ To review standard hours of operation and facility locations, please visit www.marionfl.org/solidwaste