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Thursday, January 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Ocala. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ An equine veterinarian in Ocala expands his horse rehabilitation business by acquiring a 25-acre facility, fulfilling a lifelong commitment made after a personal childhood loss. Ocala-News
- ➤ A drive-thru coffee shop founded by four siblings is set to open next month in Ocala, adding to the city's growing coffee culture. Ocala-News
- ➤ Country artist Jay Allen will headline The Pinnacle Cares 2025 Gala Weekend (Jan. 25-27), featuring events to benefit Alzheimer's awareness. Ocala Gazette
- ➤ Marion County's high school football stadium lighting upgrade project, initially slated for December 2024 completion, is postponed to February 2025 to avoid clashing with sports schedules. Ocala Gazette
- ➤ Marion County Sheriff's deputies issued a Silver Alert for 86-year-old Kenneth Bell, who has dementia and diabetes, after he left his home in Summerfield possibly heading to New York. WCJB
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Ex-Ocala principal Dontay Akeem Prophet was arrested for allegedly molesting an 8-year-old boy by pouring syrup on him and licking it off, amid awaiting trial for assaulting another student. Ocala-News
- ➤ Juan Abreu-Reyes was arrested for stealing nearly 300 gallons of diesel from an Ocala gas station, using a modified minivan equipped for siphoning fuel. ClickOrlando
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Ocala/Marion County offers a variety of live entertainment options, including music performances, a lecture on reptiles, and an architectural photography exhibition. Ocala StarBanner
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Two Marion County residents gain recognition as their horse, Fireman, helps a rider become the first woman to win the National Reining Horse Association’s Futurity Award. WCJB
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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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Yellow Brick Road - A Tribute to Elton John
Brann and his talented band deliver an authentic tribute to Elton John, complete with replica costumes and audience participation in a lively concert experience.
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