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Saturday, March 14th, 2026
Good morning, Ocala. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Independence Project will hold a fundraiser and awareness event on April 18 at the Tioga Town Center — off Newberry Road — to support their independent living community. The event will run from noon to 4 p.m. WCJB
- ➤ Community groups are expanding support for child abuse survivors in Marion County as reports rise; Bikers Against Child Abuse pairs trained volunteers with affected children using a teddy bear + patch symbol to help restore safety and confidence. WCJB
- ➤ Marion County Animal Services has adoptable pets including Rune, Peanut, and Nuri for families seeking a new companion. The $50 fee covers spay/neuter, vaccinations, licenses, and microchips with visits available Tuesday through Saturday. WCJB
- ➤ Operation Compassion of Florida (OCFL) is asking county officials to permit recurring mobile food events at the Southeastern Livestock Pavilion parking lot. The Marion County Commission will vote Tuesday, March 17 at McPherson Governmental Campus to decide the request. Ocala-News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Florida gas prices increased to an average of $3.72 per gallon on March 13, up from $3.35 a week earlier, AAA reports. The rise follows nearly a 70-cent monthly jump due to global oil disruptions — market conditions shifting amid a war in Iran. Ocala StarBanner
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ College of Central Florida will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, Apr. 2 at 10:30 a.m. to unveil its $7 million renovated EMS building on the Ocala Campus at 3001 SW College Road; the upgraded facility offers high-tech simulation labs that prepare first responders. Ocala-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Marion County commissioners will vote Tuesday, Mar. 17 to extend renovations at the Heagy-Burry Park boat ramp and update the floating dock system, moving the project deadline to Nov. 30 and adding a $162,710 change order. Ocala-News
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Live On Stage: Steel Magnolias
2-4 PM — Ocala Civic Theatre, Inc. — Price info not provided — Experience heartfelt laughter in a vibrant Louisiana beauty salon.
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Marion County Fair at I-75 Flea Market
4-11 p.m. — i-75 Flea Market-Vallejo Eventos — $5 admission — Experience family-friendly rides, games, live music, and thrilling circus acts at this annual community fair.
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Park After Dark: Musical Mosaic Featuring Gypsy Sparrow
5:15-6:15 p.m. — Sholom Park — $20 per person — Experience a dynamic concert with Gypsy Sparrow performing classic hits across the decades.
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Tara Cannistraci Stand-Up Comedy Show
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Marion Theatre — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of Bronx-born humor from Italian-American comedian Tara Cannistraci.
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3rd Annual Ocala Spring Craft Fair
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — World Equestrian Center - Ocala — Free entry — Discover over 200 artisans showcasing their creativity and craftsmanship at this vibrant craft fair.
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Tailgate at For Love of the Horse Polo Classic
12-6 p.m. — Florida Horse Park — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a thrilling afternoon of competitive polo in Ocala's scenic horse capital.
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Ocala Arabian Spring Qualifier
8 AM – 9 PM — World Equestrian Center - Ocala — Free admission — Celebrate the beauty and versatility of the Arabian horse across various disciplines.
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Southern Easter Prix-Fixe
12-5 p.m. — Stirrups Restaurant — Reservations required — Celebrate Easter with a Southern-inspired four-course menu and unlimited mimosas.
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Orange Blossom Classic
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. — World Equestrian Center - Ocala — Varies — Experience top-level Quarter Horse competition with significant prize money on the line.
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Art Park Literary and Poetry Festival
10 AM - 5 PM — Tuscawilla Art Park — Free entry — Celebrate the power of language with live poetry, author showcases, and musical performances.
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