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Friday, May 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Ocala. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 22-year-old motorcyclist died when his bike struck the rear of an SUV turning left into a driveway north of CR 484 on May 14 in southwest Marion County, and the Florida Highway Patrol is investigating the crash & a 19-year-old driver with his passenger were not injured. Ocala StarBanner
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An Ocala man received a life sentence on May 7 for premeditated first-degree murder after fatally shooting 44-year-old David Vega in November 2020 at a residence on NW 16th Place—video and audio evidence linked him to the incident. Ocala-News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ WalletHub ranked Ocala among the bottom cities for student debt to income ratio—its study showed a 39.04% ratio with a median debt of $20,091 and median earnings of $51,468 for bachelor’s degree holders. The analysis compared data from 2,520 cities and highlights how high student loans can delay other financial goals. Ocala-News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Marion County Public Schools will host a hiring event for teachers and staff this weekend — at the College of Central Florida’s Klein Conference Center from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Later events on June 19 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. and on July 17 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. will offer job interviews and conditional contracts — with the July session open for positions across all departments. Ocala-News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials reopened Ocala Wetland Recharge Park on Thursday morning after closing it on May 9 because of multiple sinkholes and subsidences. The park is open from sunrise to sunset and visitors are advised to follow fenced area signs—measures set up to protect both public safety and the ecosystem. Ocala-News
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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All About Joel - Billy Joel Tribute
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Reilly Arts Center — Ticket costs vary — Relive the classic hits of Billy Joel through an energetic tribute performance.
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Ocala Toddler Time Multi-Sport Program
9-10:50 a.m. — McCall Ballfield — $85 — A fun summer multisport program for toddlers aged 18 months to 5 years.
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