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Ocala
Monday, May 25th, 2026
Good morning, Ocala. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 25th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Memorial Day, communities across Florida will hold tribute events to honor service members lost in conflicts such as WWII, Vietnam, WWI, the Korean War, and Operation Iraqi Freedom. Florida figures show over 4,600 deaths in WWII & nearly 2,000 in Vietnam. Ocala StarBanner
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ TV20 received photos that show Paynes Prairie as the backdrop for the filming of 'A Land Remembered', featuring a horse-drawn migration in the south. Clawgrass pioneer Mark Johnson — known for blending clawhammer banjo with bluegrass — will be inducted into the American Banjo Museum Hall of Fame in October. WCJB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local Public Works leaders are honored this week during National Public Works Week, with events kicking off today at community venues + organizers will spotlight local achievements and plans for improved infrastructure. WCJB
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ At 12350 NW Hwy 225 in Reddick, a nearly 24-acre horse farm was sold on Friday, May 8 for $2.45 million by Amy Shafmaster to Stone Ridge Farms, LLC — the estate features a Wordley-Martin riding arena, barn with eight stalls, paddocks, and RV hookups in Ocala’s horse country. Ocala-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ocala CEP held its monthly Equine Initiative meeting today to discuss updates on Golden Tempo (winner of the Kentucky Derby) who is prepping for his next race, with his trainer sharing insights in the Weekly Buzz. WCJB
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Hear Us Roar III Fundraiser
7 p.m. — Ocala Civic Theatre — VIP tickets $50 — A vibrant fundraiser supporting Arts in Health and The Arc Marion in Ocala.
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Ocala Toddler Time Multi-Sport Program
9:00-11:00 a.m. — McCall Ballfield — $90 — Engage toddlers in a fun, multi-sport program designed for early development.
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Ocala Toddler Soccer Summer Camp
9 a.m. - 10:50 a.m. — McCall Ballfield — $135 — Fun-filled toddler soccer camp featuring bubbles, ice cream, and exciting activities.
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Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy: Chapter Three
6-7:30 p.m. — Marion Theatre — $55 per person — Experience an immersive theatrical journey through Poe's macabre tales with original music by Danny Elfman and themed cocktails.
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Father's Day Celebration with Live Orchestra
8:00 p.m. — Fonda Dulce Jesus Mio Ocala — Ticketed event — Celebrate Father's Day with live Latin music from The Koko Band and DJ Jota.
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WEC Premier FC Summer Soccer Camps for Ages 9-14
9 a.m.-2 p.m. — World Equestrian Center - Ocala — Cost varies — Engage in immersive soccer training to enhance skills and tactical awareness in a supportive environment.
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