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Thursday, April 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Ocala. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 3rd of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ An all-breed horse show will take place in Ocala this month—Horse Capital TV shared details for horse lovers to plan their visit. WCJB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Ron DeSantis held a press conference in Ocala on April 2nd to update local reporters on state matters. WCJB
- ➤ During a recent City Council meeting, the Ocala Police Department reported making 1,256 traffic stops from March 17 to March 30, which marked a 65% increase over the same period last year. A heat map showed that stops were concentrated on major roads such as State Road 200 — S Pine Avenue, Silver Springs Boulevard, SE Maricamp Road and U.S. Highway 27. Ocala-News
- ➤ Governor Ron DeSantis held a press conference at 10 a.m. at the Marion County Sheriff's Office in Ocala on Wednesday. WCJB
- ➤ Gov. Ron DeSantis awarded $5,000 bonus checks to several Marion County sheriff's deputies on April 2nd as part of Florida’s Law Enforcement Recruitment Bonus Payment Program—at least 12 new deputies received their checks during a news conference. He said that more than 7,800 bonuses had been awarded statewide and about 700 additional checks will be mailed to law enforcement officers—this program began in 2022. FOX 35 Orlando
- ➤ On Tuesday, April 1, Ocala City Council approved spending $576,380 to buy bulletproof vests and a Lenco BearCat armored vehicle to upgrade the police SWAT gear—the decision came after discussions on improving safety and replacing an older, hard-to-drive MRAP that served for over a decade. Ocala-News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ AdventHealth broke ground on a new 12-bed emergency room in Ocala on Wednesday. The facility will offer services such as x-rays & CT scans and is set to open next year as the area grows. WCJB
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6th Annual Golf Extravaganza
12-5 p.m. — Ocala Golf Club — Enjoy a day of golfing fun for a good cause with fellow enthusiasts.
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Makers Market
11 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Grumbles House Antiques & Garden Shop — Free admission — Discover unique handmade arts and crafts from local artisans while enjoying live music and good food.
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Candlelight: The Best of The Beatles
8:30-9:30 p.m. — Ocala Civic Theatre, Inc. — Ticket prices may vary — Experience the magic of The Beatles' music performed by an intimate string quartet under candlelight.
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Ocala Oddities Market April Edition
6-10 p.m. — Florida Oddities Markets LLC — Free entry — Explore a uniquely quirky market with over 70 vendors showcasing oddities from taxidermy to handmade jewelry.
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Spring Strings Concert
4-7 p.m. — Sholom Park — Free entry — Experience the modern bluegrass sounds of Remedy Tree in a serene park setting.
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Women Build 2025 Kickoff Party
5-8 p.m. — OHC Community Center — Free entry — Celebrate the kick-off of a meaningful local initiative supporting women in building homes.
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Brandon Dull Live Performance
3-5 p.m. — Tierra Del Sol Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy timeless tunes from a talented singing guitarist based in Ocala, Florida.
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Ocala Home & Garden Show
12 PM – 5 PM — World Equestrian Center — Free entry — Explore gardening innovations and home improvement ideas at this vibrant expo.
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Kids Day Celebration
4-6 PM — Graffiti Seafood & More — Free activities — Celebrate Kids Day with games, balloon art, and fun activities for the whole family.
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Marion County Youth Job Fair 2025
3:30-6:00 p.m. — Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP — Free entry — Explore job opportunities tailored for young adults aged 16 to 24 in a supportive environment.
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