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Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Ocala. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ An Ocala man claimed a $1 million prize when he won the 500X THE CASH Scratch-Off game at the Lottery’s Gainesville District Office on April 18 — he opted for a one-time payment of $640,000 after purchasing his winning ticket at the local 7-Eleven on SE Maricamp Road. Ocala-News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Arlena Jones filed a lawsuit on July 14 in Marion County against truck driver Charles Sidney Copeland II and Beecher Cross Farms, LLC after a collision on SR 200 near the I-75 interchange in Ocala on March 21 that left her with serious and permanent injuries and more than $50,000 in damages. Ocala-News
- ➤ James Eldon Long filed a lawsuit on July 10 against Publix at the Grand Oaks Town Center after his cane hit a shelf and he fell on October 11, injuring his head — left hip — and left knee, and he is seeking over $50,000 in damages amid similar claims at local Publix stores. Ocala-News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students at Challenger 7 Elementary in Brevard County returned to a year-round pilot program that shortens summer break by three weeks while keeping 180 school days—this is the program’s second year of a four-year trial. Nearby, Wyomina Elementary in Ocala started classes today—other Brevard schools will open on August 11. ClickOrlando
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Forecasters at the National Hurricane Center said a tropical disturbance in the Atlantic has a 20% chance of developing over the next week while a state-wide heat advisory warns of heat index values up to 112°F—officials are also watching two tropical waves in the Caribbean for more changes in the weather. Ocala StarBanner
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Marion County Utilities issued a precautionary boil water notice on July 21 for multiple southwest Marion communities including JB Ranch and Majestic Oaks due to a water main break along the State Road 200 corridor—crews worked on repairs as the utility handled increased call volumes from a temporary billing system outage. Ocala StarBanner
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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DCCW: HEATWAVE
7-10 p.m. — Silver Springs Shores Community Center — $20 adults, $12 kids — Experience intense wrestling action as Jake Logan defends his title against Romeo Quevedo.
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First Time Home Buyer Workshop
5-9 p.m. — Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP — Free entry — Get expert advice and resources to turn your homeownership dreams into reality.
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~ Heraclitus
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