Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of September.
Good morning, Ocala.
🏘️ Community
Florida Kids Helping Kids hosted an all-day telethon (Give 4 Marion campaign) on Labor Day to raise funds for a fairground and event center for county youth.
The event aimed to collect $4 million to support after-school programs and leadership activities.
An adult spelling bee fundraiser will be held Wednesday, Sept.
9 at the Marion Theatre (50 S Magnolia Avenue) in downtown Ocala. Fourteen local contestants including returning champion Michael Novak will compete to raise funds for the Marion County Literacy Council and the Maker Collective program.
The 9/11 Patriot’s Day Memorial and Ride to the Wall event was held on Sept.
25 at Highland Memorial Park in Ocala to honor victims and first responders. Richard Alderman said unity and remembrance are central to the community’s healing after the attacks.
Marion County Fire Rescue is holding a funeral for paramedic Cliff Murphy & the service is set for 2 p.m. this Thursday at the Church at the Springs in Ocala.
💼 Business
The Twistee Treat at 7907 SW Highway 200 closed last week after state inspectors found live roaches and excrement (it reopened on Sept.
3 after resolving the issues) while another location on SW College Road resumed operations following similar violations.
🎭 Culture
Arts at the Canopy hosted its inaugural First Thursday Exhibit Reception on Thursday, Sept.
3 at 1703 NE 8th Road & featured Morgan Raines’ sgraffito artworks with proceeds benefiting Voices Of Change Animal League; the collective will offer future juried shows and community events.
🌲 Environment
A dead alligator posted by Castles Mobile Bait Shop in Lochloosa today has raised concerns about the health of Lochloosa Lake.
Residents report fish die-offs and dying vegetation and worry that herbicides may be affecting water quality for wildlife and drinking water.
🏛️ Government
The City of Ocala invites residents to complete an online SunTran Rider Survey open through Friday, Sept.
11 so officials can gather feedback from both frequent riders and those who do not ride. Community input will guide planned improvements to routes (and stop amenities).
🏈 Sports
The Hawthorne defense earned TV20 Football Play of the Week honors by forcing a safety during the Hornets’ 8-0 home opener.
The play shifted momentum and delighted local fans (renowned for their strong support) as the season unfolds.
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