Good morning, Ocala.

The Chewy’s Fulfillment Center on Northwest 35th Avenue Road was evacuated Tuesday morning when Ocala Fire Rescue responded to a call about a lightheaded worker amid toxic gas readings; crews removed forklifts + ventilated the building until conditions cleared.

Buc-ee’s will break ground on a new mega travel center in Fort Pierce in 2028 — the first of four planned Florida locations that includes Ocala; the site will have 120 fueling positions and cover 76,245 sqft.

A SpaceX Falcon 9 launch created a rare phenomenon called space jellyfish when engine exhaust met sunlight before dawn.

Locals along the Space Coast reported the illuminated contrail forming unique shapes over the area earlier this week — a moment that highlighted Florida’s blend of science and beauty.

A study by Investopedia released on Tuesday, July 14 shows that a single person retiring in Florida needs an $860,000 nest egg to sustain a 4% withdrawal over 30 years, slightly lower than the national average of $898,000 + the calculation does not include pensions.

Two eateries in Ocala’s Paddock Mall were temporarily closed on July 7 after inspectors found dead rodents on sticky pads, and follow-up inspections will determine when they can reopen (restaurant operators must correct the health issues).

Florida’s Attorney General subpoenaed General Mills as part of an investigation into the use of potassium bromate in bread sold on local grocery shelves, under the Florida Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act.

The state seeks records on product use and sales to protect consumer health.

Padma LLC finalized the sale of a three-acre property at 6600 SW Highway 200 to Ocala Realty Holdings LLC for $3.3 million on Thursday, July 9, according to Marion County records.

The site, hosting active medical practices, marks the second high-profile transaction on SR 200 in the past week.

On July 14, data from Zumper shows Ocala apartment listings slightly decreased with the median falling to $1,701 in June from $1,740 a year ago, while one bedroom and two bedroom rents saw minor changes and remain below state and national medians.

An Ocala teen Nacssa Garemore advanced to the next round of American Ninja Warrior on Monday by beating two competitors in a new head-to-head Tripleheader race at the Eastern Regional Finals — he will appear on Monday, July 20 at 9 p.m. on NBC as part of season 18.

Not Fade Away Concert

7-9 p.m. — Reilly Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of live music from Not Fade Away.

2nd Annual Ocala Christmas in July

10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — World Equestrian Center - Ocala — Free entry — Celebrate Christmas in July with local artisans, crafts, and Summer Santa in a festive atmosphere.

FL Quarter Horse Association Show

All Day — Florida Horse Park — Free entry — Experience a thrilling two-day competition showcasing American Quarter Horses in various classes.

Summer Series IX: CSI3*/National Hunter/Level 6 Jumper

8 a.m. – 3 p.m. — World Equestrian Center - Ocala — Free admission — Experience thrilling hunter/jumper competitions culminating in Saturday night Grand Prix events under the lights.