(NAPSI)—Generators are critical during severe weather events, when the power can go out. They can bring power to remote job sites, aid in disaster recovery and assist homeowners in emergencies. To help, the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), an international trade association representing power equipment, small engine, utility vehicle, golf car and personal transport vehicle manufacturers and suppliers, reminds home and business owners to keep safety in mind when using generators.
“Not having power when you need it is frustrating, so a generator can provide emergency backup power at a reasonable cost,” says Kris Kiser, president and CEO of OPEI. “It’s important to follow all manufacturer’s instructions and never place a generator in your garage or inside your home or building. It should be a safe distance from the structure and not near an air intake.”
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Dr. James Anderson
Sponsored by Collegium Pharmaceutical, Inc.
(NAPSI)—Back-to-school is an incredibly important moment to get ADHD treatment right.
Every August, I watch the same thing happen. A family walks into my office, and someone describes a version of the same story. The mornings that spiral before 8 a.m. The homework that takes three hours every afternoon, ending in tears. The teacher who pulls a parent aside in the first week to say, “I’m a little worried.”
And the parent, exhausted and quietly heartbroken, says something I will never stop taking seriously: “I don’t know where my kid went.”
I have been practicing for 30 years, and I have seen what ADHD looks like when it is well-managed and what it looks like when it is not. And I can tell you with certainty back-to-school season is not just a scheduling challenge. The demands of structure, sustained focus, and social navigation hit all at once and whatever gap exists between a child’s needs and their treatment gets exposed fast. Continue reading
(NewsUSA) – Modern conflict goes beyond troops and physical weapons. Warfare tactics now include cyber attacks, disinformation campaigns, election interference, and economic coercion.
Dr. Teija Tiilikainen, director of the European Center of Excellence for Countering Hybrid Threats (Hybrid CoE), outlined hybrid security threats in an interview on NatSec Tech, a podcast produced by the Special Competitive Studies Project (SCSP) covering emerging technology and national security.
Hybrid CoE defines hybrid threats as “a mixture of different tools used against democracies, against the democratic principle, against democratic practices in our societies to undermine trust in government,” Tiilikainen said — tools used by authoritarian regimes to shore up their own power. What sets them apart: “The whole logic of these threats is to surprise us unprepared.” The toolkit spans cyber and information operations, election interference, instrumentalized migration, and attacks on critical infrastructure from energy grids to data cables. Continue reading
(Erika Braaksma ) – While World Lung Cancer Day was recognized on August 1, the urgent need to raise global awareness for those affected by the disease and to accelerate the search for a cure remains year-round. With this ongoing mission in mind, Lung Cancer Foundation of America (LCFA) and the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC) are observing the month by awarding $200,000 to two of the field’s most promising young scientists. This investment addresses a critical reality in oncology: too often, brilliant research ideas stall not because they lack vision, but because they lack resources. By providing this funding, LCFA and IASLC are ensuring these researchers have the momentum they need to turn today’s innovative ideas into tomorrow’s life-saving breakthroughs.
The two funded projects take aim at two of the toughest questions in the fight against the disease: how to catch lung cancer earlier, and how to stop it from outsmarting the very treatments designed to beat it. Both are essential to the same goal, helping patients live longer, better lives. Continue reading
Join us for the 25th anniversary 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony on Saturday, September 5, 2026 at 10:30 am. Venue is Highland Memorial Park, 1515 NE 3rd Street, Ocala 34470. The public is encouraged to arrive by 9:30 am to witness hundreds of motorcycles majestically escorting Old Glory into the Park.
This annual ceremony is purposely placed on the weekend prior to September 11 to maximize community awareness and attendance. The alternative is to hold this sacred event during the week at a time when most of the community is working or attending school. Explore www.patriotday.info for all event info!
The month of September is steeped in military history, ranging from the bloodiest single day in U. S. history (Civil War/Antietam 9/17/1862) to the beginning of WWII (Germany invades Poland 9/1/1939). 6 years and 1 day later, Japan formally and unconditionally surrendered to Allied Forces aboard the USS Missouri (9/2/1945).
The most glaring single day event in our modern history took place right here on our home turf and it murdered 2,977 Americans. Come join us on Saturday, September 5 to remember and honor. Bring the family.
See you next month.
The signs have been out, the mailboxes have been full and another primary election is officially behind us. Now, attention turns to November.
At the CEP, our interest in election season is centered on public policy and its impact on the business community. Decisions made in Tallahassee and here at home can affect businesses, employees, property owners and communities in ways both large and small. Part of our role is helping Marion County’s business community stay informed about those issues and better understand what they could mean locally.
And this November, there is more to watch than the names on the ballot.
Florida voters will consider three proposed amendments to our state constitution, each bringing a different conversation with potential implications for businesses and communities across the state. Continue reading
by TomL
Information off the web
On April 17th, Charlotte Weber filed a Complaint for Declaratory and Injunctive Relief and a Petition for Writ of Certiorari against Golden Ocala and Marion County over the approvals for the Sports Complex. Also on April 17th, Ms. Weber filed a Petition for a Formal Administrative Hearing against Marion County.
As noted in the complaints, the Marion County Commission voted to approve several land development applications submitted by Golden Ocala at a Board hearing on March 18, 2026, authorizing the development of a 250-acre sports and entertainment facility on property adjacent to Ms. Weber’s iconic 4,300-acre horse farm, Live Oak Stud.
One of the key points made is the 2016 agreement to limit the use of the property, proposed for the Sports Complex, to low-density residential. Continue reading
By TomL
GOD
FAMILY
COUNTRY
FREEDOM
What word should be first? I think freedom.
FREEDOM to praise your GOD!
FREEDOM to raise a FAMILY!
FREEDOM to live and defend your COUNTRY!
FREEDOM to achieve higher education FREEDOM! Continue reading
(OCALA, FL.) Aug. 6, 2026 – At approximately 1:05 a.m., Ocala Fire Rescue responded to reports of a structure fire at Signature Brands, located at 1900 SW 38th Ave. The response was triggered by two alarms: an automated monitoring system and a pull station alarm, both indicating a potential fire.
Upon arrival, firefighters did not find visible flames; however, staff on site had evacuated and were able to inform responders about the source of the smoke filling the building. The fire originated from a commercial popcorn maker, where a pipe had overheated and ignited the ceiling area.
To extinguish the fire, firefighters removed ceiling tiles to access the affected space and used approximately 750 gallons of water.
After the fire was extinguished, teams inspected the area for any remaining hot spots to ensure safety. It was confirmed that the fire had not spread beyond its initial source.
There were no reported injuries.
Responding units included Engines 1, 4, and 6, Tower 1, Squad 7, Battalion Chief 11, and a Safety Officer.
Effective alarm systems and vigilant employees played a key role in minimizing damage during this incident, highlighting the importance of operational fire detection systems and alertness in both commercial and residential spaces.
OCALA, Fla. (
August 11, 2026) – The Ocala Symphony Orchestra’s 2026-2027 season concerts are on sale now to the general public. The season is complete with six subscription concerts, six special events, three choral concerts and a chamber music series. Under the baton of Maestro Matthew Wardell, the season will feature extraordinary musicians, remarkable soloists, beloved masterworks, and bold new voices. Tickets are on sale now at ocalasymphony.com, with prices starting at $15 for adults and $10 for students.
This season begins with the spectacular Pictures at an Exhibition: From Dalí to Mussorgsky, where iconic works of art are transformed into breathtaking orchestral music. Highlights also include the North Central Florida premiere of Disney’s Aladdin in Concert (live with full orchestra), the thought-provoking The Long Arc, featuring Philip Glass’s The American Four Seasons and a world premiere by Gala Flagello, and the powerful season finale, Famous Last Words, pairing Strauss’s radiant Four Last Songs with Tchaikovsky’s deeply moving Pathétique Symphony. Continue reading
