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Sunday, January 19th, 2025

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Good morning, Ocala. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The I-75 Flea Market Fair in Marion County, featuring a petting zoo, rides, games, and more, will be open from February 20 to March 2 in northwest Ocala.  Ocala-News
  • Marion County invites public participation to name the new library branch opening in Silver Springs Shores this spring, funded through community development block grants.  Ocala-News

CRIME NEWS

  • A 19-year-old woman from Ocala was arrested and charged with aggravated battery for allegedly using her car to strike her boyfriend after an argument.  Ocala-News

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Champs Sports is set to close its only store in Ocala's Paddock Mall by January 26, amidst Foot Locker's announcement to shut down 400 stores by 2026.  Ocala-News

SPORTS NEWS

  • Former NFL safety Clint Hart is named head coach of Trinity Catholic's football program, bringing extensive football knowledge and a commitment to developing student athletes.  Ocala StarBanner

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Tue, 1/21/25

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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.

    Wed, 1/22/25

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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.

    Fri, 1/24/25

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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.

    Sat, 1/25/25

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  • Goat Yoga Adventure

    Experience a fun beginner yoga class with baby goats, suitable for all ages and experience levels.

    Sun, 1/26/25

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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.

    Fri, 1/31/25

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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.

    Sat, 2/1/25

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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.

    Sun, 2/2/25

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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.

    Thu, 2/6/25

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  • DEKA Strong Challenge at Underground Gym

    The Spartan DEKA Strong event features ten functional training zones with no running, encouraging participants to earn their DEKA Strong mark and train for the DEKA FIT 2025.

    Fri, 2/7/25

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