Good morning, Ocala.

The Community Foundation for Ocala/Marion County will host Give4Marion on Tuesday and Wednesday, Sept.

16 and 17—an annual 33-hour fundraiser that brings donors, businesses and over 100 nonprofits together to support local agencies and surpass last year’s $3 million. Matching gift moments and Power Hour prizes will help multiply donations as participating groups prepare to meet community needs.

Law enforcement in Dunnellon is asking the public for help finding Pamela McCutcheon—78—with early-stage dementia who was last seen at 7:30 a.m. on August 30 in the front yard of her home at 9321 SW 153rd Lane; she wore a light blue tank top and light blue pants.

Florida insurance regulators announced fines of over $2 million for eight companies that mishandled claims after Hurricanes Ian and Idalia.

The fines—ranging from $50,000 to $400,000—address failures such as not paying or denying claims within 90 days and signal continued state efforts to ensure insurers honor their promises.

The city of Ocala’s engineering department will host a community road safety planning meeting on Thursday at the Mary Sue Rich Community Center.

Marion County high school sports fans are invited to vote for Athlete of the Week from a pool of 22 nominees — the poll ends Friday at 12 p.m. and the winner will be announced on the Star-Banner page to honor standout players in football, volleyball and cross country.

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.

2025 Ocala Comic Con Weekend Pass

8:00 PM – 10:29 AM — World Equestrian Center - Ocala — Kids 10 and under are FREE — Experience Florida's largest comic convention packed with comic books, video games, and cosplay.

Marion Oaks Hispanic Heritage Celebration

11 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Marion Oaks Community Center — Free entry — Celebrate Hispanic heritage with art activities for kids and live entertainment.

2025 Adult Spelling Bee

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Marion Theatre — Participant: $25, General Admission: FREE — Compete to be Ocala’s Smartest Speller and support local causes.

The Grass Roots Concert

5-8:30 p.m. — Circle Square Cultural Center — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy a lively performance with classic hits from the renowned Rock and Roll era.

Absolute Queen - A Tribute to Queen

7:30-9 p.m. — Reilly Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience the electrifying atmosphere of a live Queen concert with mind-blowing costume changes and all the classic hits.

Threads of Light - A New Requiem

3:00 – 4:30 PM — Reilly Arts Center — Ticket information not provided — Experience a world premiere by local composer Joshua L. Mazur with the Ocala Symphony and Chorus.

2025 Grand National Show

6 AM - 11 AM — World Equestrian Center - Ocala — Check for pricing — Experience the thrill of equestrian excellence at the Grand National Show.