Good morning, Ocala.

An Ocala man was convicted of murder and sentenced to life in prison on May 9th—Ocala police said the verdict followed a trial.

Marion County Sheriff’s Office declared 15-year-old Elizabeth Grace Fulmer missing after she left her Ocala home on May 8 around 3 p.m.— she was last seen riding a purple beach cruiser with a pink backpack bearing NIKE and had not taken her prescribed medication as her family feared for her safety.

Ocala police identified three suspects — Baker, Bishop, and Williford — linked to a TD Bank robbery on May 8 that triggered a car chase ending in a crash and a shooting that injured Williford.

The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is searching for 15-year-old Elizabeth Grace Fulmer, who was last seen Thursday around 3 p.m. leaving her Ocala home on NE 6th Place on a purple beach cruiser without her prescribed medication—a call for tips is urged at 911.

Ocala Police officers fired at a suspect fleeing a bank robbery at a TD Bank branch on May 8th—he was hit in the right wrist after crashing his vehicle with two passengers as FDLE gathers evidence.

Today, thousands of country music fans gathered at the Florida Horse Park in Ocala for the Rock the Country festival to beat the heat with water bottles, lemonade and even kiddie pools while preparing for possible storms (organizers increased medical support and traffic management for safety). Popular acts such as Kid Rock and Hank Williams Jr. perform as the two day festival runs from May 9 through May 10 and offers food, merchandise and camping options.

Fable Fest

10 AM – 5 PM — Brown & Brown Farms and Country Store — Cost Info Unavailable — Experience an immersive fantasy world with quests, mythical creatures, and diverse attractions.

Axe Throwing & Tiny Golf Event

11 AM – 4 PM — Homestead Park — Axe Throwing $15 for 30 min | Tiny Golf $5 per round — Enjoy fun-filled outdoor activities with friends and family at Homestead Park.

Open House in Ocala

12-3 p.m. — 8205 SW 78th Terrace Rd — Free entry — Discover a charming home in a vibrant 55+ community with fantastic amenities.

Geek Fest May Edition

12:00 – 11:59 PM — Ocala Downtown Market — Free entry — Dive into a wonderland of over 60 vendors specializing in video games, vintage toys, comic books, and more.

Twilight Trail Trot

11:10 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. — Santos Trailhead — Registration fees apply — Enjoy a thrilling twilight trail running event with local community support.

3rd Annual Children's Miracle Network 5K Walk/Run

8:00-9:30 a.m. — Baseline Road Trailhead — Entry fee applicable — Participate in a fundraising event supporting children in need through UF Health.