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Sunday, September 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Ocala. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 7th of September.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 38-year-old Silver Springs woman was arrested at Ocala Walmart on Friday, August 22 after she reportedly returned shampoo bottles for store credit and used self-checkout to buy two low-priced items while concealing over $1,300 in stolen merchandise—including a bicycle—and she is set to appear in court on Wednesday, September 24. Ocala-News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ At the Patriot Day ceremony, retired firefighter Jason Hartley remembered those lost in the 9/11 attacks—he recalled working on The Pile as an EMT and wiping his eyes three times today during the event. Marion County first responders and a helicopter flyover honored the victims in a local ceremony. WCJB
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The federal government is studying if it will create a Florida National Park that covers the Ocala National Forest and nearby parks, and letters show mixed opinions from locals. Some readers worry about overcrowded roads and environmental damage while others support preserving nature — the study is ongoing. Ocala-News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Boyd Real Estate Group will present the conceptual plan for Greenway Reserve—a 55-home development on a 12.67-acre site at NE 25th and NE 28th Streets—to the Planning and Zoning Commission on Monday, September 8 at 5:30 p.m. The review will guide whether the plan advances to the City Council for a final decision. Ocala-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Florida Gators lost to USF 18-16 at The Swamp as the team struggled on offense, defense, and special teams, raising concerns about head coach Billy Napier's plans. They will face LSU on Sept. 13 and Miami on Sept. 20. Ocala StarBanner
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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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Matt Schofield Live
7:30-9 p.m. — Reilly Arts Center — Cost unknown — Experience the virtuoso guitar skills and emotive vocals of Matt Schofield, a multi-award winning British Blues musician.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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