Good morning, Ocala.

Ocala Shrine Club will host a gun show on Saturday, June 28 and Sunday, June 29 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 4301 SE Maricamp Road, where visitors can buy, see, and trade firearms and other related items (admission is $10 for adults 15 and older while children 14 and under enter free).

Reshon Keonte Reese, a 16-year-old North Marion High School student from Ocala, drowned last week at a rock quarry on N U.S. Highway 441 after he attempted to swim across and witnesses said he pleaded for help before a pool float briefly aided him—rescue divers later removed him from the water and he was pronounced dead at HCA Florida Ocala Hospital.

State troopers said a 19 year old motorcyclist died in a three-vehicle crash on Thursday when an SUV cut him off on State Road 40 near Northwest 68th Avenue Road — debris from the collision struck a sedan and two occupants of the SUV suffered minor injuries.

Ocala police arrested youth baseball coach John Sales, 29, on charges of lewd or lascivious molestation involving multiple minors after a March 31 report led to an investigation that uncovered additional allegations in Marion and Citrus counties (Sales coached youth at local organizations).

Congresswoman Kat Cammack evacuated her Ocala office on Wednesday after her staff allegedly received hundreds of death threats linked to a Wall Street Journal report on her May ectopic pregnancy.

She said the threats targeted her family, staff, and unborn child (the most violent messages remain under investigation).

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.

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.

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.

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.

USA Swimming Futures Championship - Ocala

All day — Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training Center — Entry deadline July 22nd — A showcase of swimming talent with top teams and athletes competing across various events.

Summer Job Fair 2025

5-7 p.m. — Howard Academy Community Center — Free entry — Explore job opportunities across various industries at this local job fair.

Reading with the Rangers & Friends

10:00 AM – 11:59 PM — Ocala Citizens' Circle — Bring your own snacks and blankets — Enjoy a relaxing day of reading with friends in the park.

Candlelight Tribute to Coldplay & Imagine Dragons

4:00–4:59 p.m. — Ocala Civic Theatre, Inc. — Tickets required — Experience the magic of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons in a candlelit setting performed by the Listeso String Quartet.