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Friday, May 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Ocala. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Marion County has seen 26 deaths on its roads this year — five from alcohol crashes, four from drug-related crashes, ten motorcyclists, nine pedestrians, and one bicyclist amid over 2,000 crashes and ongoing hit-and-run incidents. Ocala-News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Aldi announced that 18 new stores will soon open in Florida including one in Ocala at Marion Oaks Shopping Center on Thursday, June 5 where the first 100 customers will receive gift bags and a chance to win a $500 gift card. The discount grocer plans to convert many former Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket sites and aims to complete 220 conversions by 2027. Ocala StarBanner
- ➤ Ellianos Coffee is nearly finished building its new drive-thru location at 101 SW 60th Avenue—just north of the Ocala International Airport—as four Bullard Investment Group family members prepare to offer quick, high-quality coffee on the west side of the city. Ocala-News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On May 26 at around 2:45 p.m., Ocala police arrested 63-year-old Edmond Joseph Clermont IV at a RaceTrac gas station on NW Blitchton Road after he was seen completely naked and using a penis pump while waiting for an unknown woman—he is charged with exposure of sexual organs and failing to obey a law enforcement officer and will appear in court on June 24 at 9 a.m. Ocala-News
- ➤ At around 8 a.m. on Monday, Marion County deputies chased Leroy Graham (31) after his Chevy Malibu sped in the 2600 block of NW 27th Avenue before he fled onto Interstate 75; using PIT maneuvers, officers pursued him until he stopped on SW Highway 200 and was arrested for fleeing and driving without a valid license when he said he did not have one. ClickOrlando
- ➤ Christina Gates Thagard, a 40-year-old former deputy, was indicted for robbing TD Bank in Ocala on May 3 using force, violence, and intimidation—she was arrested minutes later during a traffic stop on Southwest College Road. ClickOrlando
- ➤ Marion County deputies arrested 42-year-old Cain Matias-Godinez on Wednesday during an undercover operation when he called a detective while driving to meet a minor after reaching out on Sunday to offer payment for sex with a 13-year-old—he now faces charges of human trafficking, using a computer to lure a child, and traveling to meet a child. WCJB
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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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Smokin' and Forever Foreigner Tribute Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Reilly Arts Center — Tickets vary — Rock out with iconic hits from the bands Boston and Foreigner performed by top-tier tribute bands.
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On-Site Tour of AdviniaCare at Paddock Ridge
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — AdviniaCare at Paddock Ridge — Free entry — Explore the best of senior living with engaging activities and quality dining options.
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Florida-Friendly Foodscaping Garden Tour Program
9:30 a.m. — 5151 SE 58th Ave, Ocala, FL — Free entry — Explore an edible ornamental landscape with hands-on experiences and take home plant cuttings.
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Jason Ricci Live Performance
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Reilly Arts Center — Check the venue for ticket prices — Experience the award-winning harmonica virtuoso Jason Ricci in concert, promising an unforgettable night of contemporary blues.
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