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Ocala
Monday, August 18th, 2025
Good morning, Ocala. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of August.
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ A Marion County man won over $27,000 in lottery winnings when Donnell Cox claimed about $27,124.21 from his Fantasy 5 ticket purchased at the Lake Weir Mobil gas station in Ocklawaha from the July 24 drawing—he was one of four winners who matched all five numbers. About 149 others claimed $117 each for matching four numbers in the drawing. Ocala-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today the US Navy resumes inert bomb tests in Ocala National Forest—scheduled from 9:15 a.m. to 11 a.m. and again from 4:15 p.m. to 6:15 p.m.—and will conduct further tests on August 19th, 20th, and 21st while wildlife is expected to be temporarily displaced and motorists are urged to drive with extra caution. Ocala-News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Ocala has introduced a new psychiatric residency program that trains medical school graduates to become psychiatrists—this initiative boosts the city’s health care workforce beyond its well-known equine culture. WCJB
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A property owner is asking the Ocala City Council to rezone parcels that include a church and vacant land at 458 NW 1st Street for future commercial development. The council will review the request on August 19 at 4 p.m.—city staff supports the plan as matching the area's future land use. Ocala-News
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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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MCA Annual Auction & Closing Party
5-7 p.m. — Marion Cultural Alliance at Brick City Center for the Arts — Supports local arts — Experience a festive evening with art and community spirit while bidding on unique auction items.
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