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Sunday, September 28th, 2025
Good morning, Ocala. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 28th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, over 100 locals gathered in Ocala to support efforts to end Alzheimer’s disease and raise awareness for those affected. WCJB
- ➤ The Ocala Home and Garden Show—now in its fifth year—is drawing hundreds of vendors and thousands of visitors with exhibits on kitchens, pools, and interior design; the event features cooking demonstrations and will continue tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. WCJB
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A Bell High School student was selected as a Presidential Scholar when 161 students were named, including one from North Central Florida — recognizing exceptional academic achievement. WCJB
- ➤ Old Town Elementary was recognized as a School of Excellence by state education leaders on Sep. 27—marking the honor announced last night. WCJB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A free trolley service has run in downtown Ocala for ten days and offers a 30‐minute loop connecting public parking, shops, and landmarks from Wednesday through Saturday. The service, approved by city council on September 3 and featuring live online tracking on SunTran’s website, will be piloted until June 30 — with a custom O-Line Trolley planned for next year. Ocala-News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The 200-acre Thoroughbred horse farm in north Marion was sold on September 9 for $5.3 million to Dream With Me Florida, LLC. The buyer said the farm that trained champions like American Pharoah will be kept for racing—without plans for redevelopment. Ocala-News
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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.
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Grand Prix Dining Experience
6:30-9 p.m. — World Equestrian Center - Ocala — Table pricing from $500 — Indulge in a three-course meal while enjoying top-level equestrian sport under the lights.
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4th Annual Grays Halloween Festival
5-10 p.m. — Ocala Downtown Market — Free entry — Celebrate the Halloween season with fun festivities at this community festival.
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Back to the 80's: Dance Fitness Party
1-5 p.m. — Paddock Mall — Donation-based entry — Get your groove on while raising awareness and funds for breast cancer prevention.
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Hands-on Volunteer Training for October Ride-a-Test
8:00 AM – 11:59 PM — Florida Horse Park — Free entry — Learn valuable skills while supporting an equestrian event through volunteer opportunities.
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Tropical Steel Music Event
6:00–9:30 p.m. — Yellow Pony at World Equestrian Center — Check event page for costs — Enjoy dinner and drinks while grooving to the versatile sounds of Tropical Steel.
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Ocala Classic Card Show
10 a.m.-5 p.m. — Hilton Ocala — $5 admission, kids 10 & under free — Discover rare sports cards and collectibles while enjoying family-friendly activities and raffles.
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