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Saturday, January 11th, 2025
Good morning, Ocala. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ocala residents express strong support for a Costco in Marion County, citing convenience, quality, and economic benefits. Ocala-News
- ➤ Marion County Animal Services is offering free or reduced-fee adoptions for loving homes for pets like Cindy, Tortilla, and Adam, with special offers for gym members and a focus on pet care essentials. WCJB
- ➤ Ocala to begin construction of a new downtown parking garage in May, aiming for completion by summer 2026, involving road closures and community discussions. Ocala-News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 15-year-old boy in Ocala, Florida, is on life support after a car struck him while he was riding a scooter, a gift from his mother. FOX 35 Orlando
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 32-year-old man pleaded guilty to transporting a missing 16-year-old girl from Ohio to Florida for illicit activities and faces up to life in prison after authorities located her through video game login records. Ocala-News
- ➤ A Silver Springs man was arrested after leading deputies on a high-speed chase and crashing his vehicle in the woods. Ocala-News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Brick City Anime Festival, featuring special guests, voice actors, and creators from popular series like Demon Slayer and My Hero Academia, is returning to Ocala's World Equestrian Center this weekend with tickets priced at $35. Ocala-News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Marion County School District reports 100 student expulsions and approximately 146 alternative placements in the first 75 days of the 2024 school year. Ocala-News
TECHNOLOGY NEWS
- ➤ Marion County Fire Rescue introduces the Skydio X10 drone to improve safety and efficiency in emergency situations without risking first responder lives. WCJB
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Park After Dark: 1980's Concert Featuring Napoleon Complex
Enjoy an outdoor concert featuring the Napoleon Complex Band, performing hits from the 1980s at Sholom Park.
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Operation OCALA 2025 - Endurance Challenge
Operation OCALA 2025 is a 65+ mile endurance event through the Ocala National Forest, requiring participants to carry a 25 lb backpack and navigate a challenging course within 24 hours.
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King of the Streets: Annual Street Stock Racing Event
The 'King of the Streets' event at Ocala Speedway features exciting Street Stock races as part of the DIRTcar UMP Winter Nationals, running from January 20th to 25th, 2025.
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Annual King of the Streets Street Stock Extravaganza
The 'King of the Streets' event showcases an exciting lineup of Street Stock racing as part of the DIRTcar UMP Winter Nationals at Ocala Speedway.
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King of the Streets Street Stock Extravaganza
The King of the Streets event features exciting Street Stock racing as part of the DIRTcar UMP Winter Nationals at Ocala Speedway.
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Ocala Home & Garden Show Celebration
The Ocala Home & Garden Show features a variety of home improvement exhibitors, live cooking seminars by celebrity chef Warren Caterson, and free admission for all attendees.
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Goat Yoga Adventure
Experience a fun beginner yoga class with baby goats, suitable for all ages and experience levels.
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Chris Janson Benefit Concert: Never Give Up On Country
Country music sensation Chris Janson will perform at a benefit concert supporting the Travis Mills Foundation at Sheltair Aviation OCF.
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New Year Paso Festival 2025
The New Year Paso Festival showcases a variety of equestrian events and competitions, held at the Southeastern Livestock Pavilion in Ocala, Florida.
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Glenn Miller Orchestra Concert
Experience the iconic Glenn Miller Orchestra, a renowned band that has been touring since 1956, as they perform live at the Reilly Arts Center.
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