Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of June.
Good morning, Ocala.
TV20's David Snyder is tracking several key stories across North Central Florida this week—former Gator Jac Caglianone has joined the Kansas City Royals, hurricane season begins today with residents preparing, and officials are investigating fatal crashes near Ocala and in Ocklawaha. He will also monitor ongoing efforts to contain the Perchman Fire in Ocala National Forest.
An Ocala architecture company is hosting an art showcase featured in the Weekly Buzz to highlight local creativity.
The event brings community members together to view new designs.
A driver in a Mazda minivan died early Sunday on U.S. 441 when his vehicle, moving at high speed and reportedly driven recklessly, left the road, struck a culvert and overturned — police said he was ejected from the vehicle and pronounced dead at the scene.
A woman died after her car went off the road, hit an amber warning sign, and struck a tree on County Road 450 in Umatilla — she was taken to an Ocala hospital — according to Florida Highway Patrol.
Deputies responded around 3 a.m. Saturday to a shooting on the 3900 block of Southeast Maricamp Road where three people in a car were shot and taken to the hospital—no arrests have been made as the investigation continues.
Today marks the start of the hurricane season and residents across North Central Florida are preparing by stocking up on supplies and cutting trees to guard against falling branches.
City leaders urge everyone to remain alert and educate themselves on what to do before, during, and after storms.
SW 38th Ave Apartments is under construction at 2300 SW 38th Ave in southwest Ocala and will add 432 new rental units near Interstate 75—close to Bedrock Dogwood Acres Mobile Home Park.
The complex will include one, two and three-bedroom units with a resort style pool and a resident clubhouse.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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