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Friday, August 15th, 2025
Good morning, Ocala. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 65-year-old pedestrian was struck by an SUV and killed early Thursday morning at about 5:39 a.m. on Southwest College Road near Paddock Mall in Ocala—OPD said the victim has not been identified and the driver was hospitalized without injuries. Ocala Gazette
- ➤ A 65-year-old pedestrian was killed when an SUV hit him on College Road in Ocala Thursday morning—authorities are investigating the incident. WCJB
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 53-year-old Marion County man, identified as Thomas Russell Lambert from Belleview, was arrested on felony charges after allegedly ramming his SUV into a pickup truck on Pine Avenue near a RaceTrac gas station in Ocala on July 29th — he admitted involvement after police said his vehicle had broken down — and now faces charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and criminal mischief with over $1,000 in damage with a $7,500 bond. Ocala-News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Comic Fest will return to Paddock Mall on Saturday, August 16 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. where fans can dress in cosplay and visit over 20 vendor tables—while Geek Fest will take place at Ocala Downtown Market on Sunday, August 17 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. featuring comics, vintage toys, costume contests and games with free admission. Ocala-News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The new AC Hotel under construction in downtown Ocala will receive over $5.6 million in incentives—this includes 225 free parking spaces in the city’s second garage, a $500,000 grant, and waived permit fees. The six-story hotel with 176 rooms is set for early completion ahead of December and is expected to boost the local tax base by about $20 million. Ocala-News
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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 — Tickets $32-35 — Experience an explosive blend of opera and rock with iconic Jersey music.
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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
1:30-4 p.m. — Ocala Downtown Market — $10 admission, kids under 12 free — Enjoy a thrilling roller derby scrimmage featuring an exciting showdown between mermaids and pirates.
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FL-Labor Day Barrel Blast
August 28th – September 1st — World Equestrian Center - Ocala — $40,000 Added — Experience thrilling barrel racing competitions with significant prize money.
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Ocala Shrine Rodeo
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP — $25 at the gate — Experience traditional rodeo fun featuring bronc riding, barrel racing, and more at the 40th Annual event.
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