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Good morning, Ocala. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 14th of July.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Ocala Fire Rescue responded to a vehicle fire at the intersection of SE 17th Street and SE 18th Avenue on July 10 at 8:38 p.m.—firefighters quickly controlled the flames on a GMC pickup truck after all occupants had safely exited.  Ocala-News

BUSINESS NEWS

  • A new Wawa is nearly finished at the southwest intersection of U.S. Highway 441 and SE 52nd Street near Circle K — BP in south Ocala. It will become the city's eighth Wawa location and join several built since 2019.  Ocala-News

EDUCATION NEWS

  • A summer reading program in Ocala will use horses in the classroom to help young readers, as seen in the Weekly Buzz+ the program blends local farm culture with learning and is expected to engage students throughout the season.  WCJB

SPORTS NEWS

  • Local youth will have a chance to learn football skills at the Quinyon Mitchell Youth Football Camp where Mitchell will lead training sessions focused on technique & sportsmanship. Organizers said more details on the camp schedule and registration will be shared soon.  WCJB

EVENTS

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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.

    Fri, 7/18/25

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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.

    Sat, 7/19/25

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  • 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.

    Wed, 7/23/25

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  • 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.

    Thu, 7/24/25

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  • 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.

    Fri, 7/25/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 7/26/25

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  • Real Estate Power Team Workshop

    11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — Ocala/Marion County Chamber & Economic Partnership — Lunch provided — Learn to build a strong real estate team in North Central Florida.

    Thu, 7/31/25

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  • House of Ruth Back to School Giveaway 2025

    12-4 p.m. — Lillian F. Bryant Park — Free — Collect one of 150 free school supply bags in this community support event.

    Sat, 8/2/25

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  • Terracotta Pot Paint Night

    7-9 p.m. — The Pavilion at Green Gaits — $45 standard admission — Enjoy a creative evening painting terracotta pots with guidance from a talented instructor.

    Sat, 8/9/25

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