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Friday, July 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Ocala. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 66 year old man was killed after he was struck by a car while walking on County Road 464 near Bahia Road in Marion County on Wednesday night and troopers are searching for the driver who fled the scene. FOX 35 Orlando
- ➤ Two 19-year-old men and a 15-year-old boy were sentenced—life for the adults and 40 years for the teen—for their roles in the triple homicide of three teenagers that occurred in Marion County in March 2023 near Ocklawaha. Ocala-News
- ➤ Ocala police arrested an armed robbery suspect who threatened Taco Bell employees with a rock on Thursday at a fast food restaurant — body cam footage of the arrest has been released. WCJB
- ➤ MCSO said a man used stolen credit cards to spend $4,274 on electronics at Ocala Best Buy on May 2, where surveillance footage showed him purchasing an Apple MacBook Pro 14, an iPad 13 Pro, an Apple Pencil Pro and an Apple Magic Keyboard while investigators continue to search for him. Ocala-News
- ➤ Three Florida teens were sentenced for the 2023 Ocklawaha triple-murder case—Robinson and Brewton received life in prison while Atkins was given 40 years, and the state attorney noted all were charged as adults. FOX 35 Orlando
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, residents in Ocala Preserve reported that heavy rain caused water to pool and form a sinkhole—this marks another incident in less than a year after multiple sinkholes following Hurricane Derby displaced residents. Ocala-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Marion County Fire Rescue began using new LIFEPAK 35 heart monitors to replace older LIFEPAK 15 units and improve emergency care—some units received the devices last week while fire-based teams will get theirs next week with funding from the Penny Sales Tax. Ocala-News
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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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The Jersey Tenors Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Circle Square Cultural Center — Book tickets now — Experience the energetic blend of classic tunes and Broadway hits with The Jersey Tenors.
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Titans of Rock
7:30-9 p.m. — Reilly Arts Center — Ticketed event — Experience the best anthems of Journey and Bon Jovi live in one electrifying performance.
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Mermaids vs. Pirates Roller Derby Scrimmage
1:30-11:59 p.m. — Ocala Downtown Market — $10; Kids under 12 free — Exciting roller derby action as Mermaids clash with Pirates in a thrilling skirmish.
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