Good morning, Ocala.

The Historic Ocala Preservation Society launched its Bring Back the Bryant campaign to raise $300,000 for repairs and restoration at the historic Bryant House on SE Fort King Street.

Community events including ghost walking tours will be held on Oct. 10, 17 and 24.

Give4Marion, a 33‑hour online fundraiser for Marion nonprofits, began Tuesday morning and has raised over $8.5 million — a celebration party at the Reilly Arts Center will run today from 5 to 7 p.m. as the fundraiser wraps up.

Residents raised concerns at a Marion County Commission meeting about a horse embryo transfer facility's unsanitary conditions, including mud + manure, and potential disease risks, while the facility said it is addressing issues caused by heavy rain.

Previous reports of similar concerns increase worries about animal welfare.

A new 23,000 sqft Planet Fitness facility is planned for southwest Ocala near Lowe’s home improvement store on an 8.48-acre parcel.

The single-story gym will feature 101 parking spaces and potential tanning amenities, adding to a surge of commercial growth on the southwest corridor.

Marion Theatre celebrated its 85th anniversary on Sept.

10 as local leaders and longtime patrons gathered for a film screening and shared memories of its rich history. Reilly Arts Center, now managing the vintage cinema under a renewed lease, plans to host diverse programming downtown.

On Sept. 22, Dr. Norm Anderson will speak at IHMC about using low-dose radiation to treat osteoarthritis and share decades of local expertise.

The free event begins with a 5:30 p.m. reception at 15 SE Osceola Ave and seating is limited.

The College of Central Florida will update its admissions process to require proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful status for new applicants starting in Spring 2027, following new state rules.

Prospective students must submit approved government documents at the Ocala campus (3001 SW College Road).

Daylight saving time ends on Nov.

1 at 2 a.m. when clocks will fall back one hour & Florida adjusts as Congress stalls the Sunshine Protection Act.