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Tuesday, June 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Ocala. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ TV20’s Morning Edition airs weekdays at 7:25 a.m. and provides updates on top stories, weather and traffic. The latest update covered stroke recovery exercises, a Lake City Council vote on park hours, an Ocala truck show, Revolutionary War history in town and a grant expanding vision screening services from Cedar Key Lions—offering a quick look at key local news. WCJB
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 14-year-old girl died on Monday morning in Live Oak after a dump truck struck her while she was walking on the shoulder near State Road 51 — troopers said she stepped into the lane around 10:30 a.m. WCJB
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Marion County deputies arrested a man for possessing nearly 100 grams of cocaine—and almost 100 opioid pills—removing the drugs from the street. WCJB
- ➤ Police arrested six people on June 14 during No Kings protests in Florida, including three arrests in Ocala, while other arrests occurred in Tallahassee, Orlando and Panama City Beach — FDLE said the protests remained peaceful with no blocked roads or property damage. Ocala StarBanner
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Florida law does not allow schools to start before Aug.10 so most districts have set school to begin on Monday, Aug.11 for the 2025–2026 year—some, like Miami-Dade and Pasco, have later start dates. Ocala StarBanner
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Veterans in North Central Florida learned about available benefits after a resource event held in Ocala on Monday—officials say the session helped them access needed services. WCJB
- ➤ The Ocala City Council will vote today at 4:00 p.m. at City Hall on an ordinance to remove the fluoride addition requirement from the city code. The measure comes as the city responds to the new Florida Farm Bill—designed to ban medical additives from public water systems—and will ensure compliance when the law takes effect on July 1. Ocala-News
- ➤ The Ocala City Council will consider increasing water and sewage fees today at 4 p.m. at City Hall—proposals include escalating impact fees for new development and an average 5% increase in residential water and wastewater bills over the next four years, with new rates starting Oct 1. Raftelis Financial Consultants noted that rising operating costs have prompted the need for these changes. Ocala-News
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On June 15th, college coaches first reached out to high school juniors in Marion County for football recruiting. Several players, including Damir Williams and Vanguard’s James Bethea—who received an offer from Alabama—were contacted by schools such as Texas A&M and UCF. Ocala StarBanner
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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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New Bethel Community Church Back To School Bash & Community Picnic
2-6 p.m. — Del Webb Spruce Creek Golf & Country Club — Free entry — Enjoy food, music, and a waterslide at this fun community event with free backpacks while supplies last.
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