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Saturday, June 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Ocala. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Marion County Animal Services is calling for local volunteers to join a Pack Walk at Silver Springs State Park on Sunday, June 22 from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The event lets residents walk adoptable dogs along multiple loops for a $2 park entry fee and stay in the park until 5:30 p.m. Ocala-News
- ➤ Marion County Animal Services features three adoptable dogs—Puppy, a four-year-old who likes grass and belly rubs, Tito, a two-year-old who loves treats, and Lion, a four-year-old with movie-star looks. For June, all adoption fees are waived and the shelter is open Tuesday through Saturday for visits. WCJB
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Retailers are offering special 4th of July deals on outdoor BBQ appliances and patio furniture for shoppers in Ocala. Shoppers will find discounts on grills, BBQ tools and accessories at stores like Lowe’s and Amazon—offers that will help upgrade home outdoor spaces before the holiday. Ocala StarBanner
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An Ocala man, Frank Adriel Romero Leandro, was indicted on charges of wire fraud and price gouging for allegedly selling fraudulent facemasks on his website between March 16, 2020 and February 10, 2021 — he misrepresented cheaper facemasks as N95s to earn over $1.2 million and could face up to 20 years in prison if convicted. Ocala-News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Miss Ocala's Caroline Schapansky and Miss Gainesville's Paris Richardson will join 38 contestants in the Miss Florida Competition in Lakeland from Monday, June 23rd to Saturday, June 28th. Schapansky, a UF nursing student in her senior year appearing for the second time, and Richardson, a UF graduate and former cheerleader making her fourth appearance, will perform their talents — yodeling and acro-dance — to promote inclusion and health equity. WCJB
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The annual PTSD Awareness Walk will begin at 6:30 p.m. June 27 at Ocala-Marion County Veterans Memorial Park, and proceeds from T-shirt sales will benefit Veterans Helping Veterans USA, the Marion County Fire Rescue Peer Support Fund and H3 Adventures. The Marion County Board of County Commissioners proclaimed June 27 as PTSD Awareness/Teal Out Day to encourage residents to wear teal and show support for those affected by PTSD. Ocala Gazette
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Marion County officials approved the final plans on Tuesday, June 17th for a new development of 74 single-family residences on a 10.33-acre site in Silver Spring Shores. The revised project replaces an earlier plan for 82 townhomes and offers homes with 26x100-foot lots—each with about 1.5 parking spaces—after prolonged discussions over parking and layout. Ocala-News
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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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Phil Collins Tribute Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Reilly Arts Center — $28 to $57, VIP Box $270 — Experience the magic of Phil Collins through the powerful voice of Rick Snider.
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Ocala Christmas in July Festival
10 AM – 3 PM — World Equestrian Center — $5 — Experience a winter wonderland of holiday shopping with handcrafted gifts and a special appearance from Santa.
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