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Ocala
Monday, October 6th, 2025
Good morning, Ocala. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 6th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ TV20's David Snyder is tracking several local stories in North Central Florida that include wrong-way driving citations on I-75 + HCA workers wearing pink for breast cancer awareness + survivors on a runway + arrests after field storming following a UF victory + ongoing I-75 construction in Marion County continuing through the year. WCJB
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Today, Creative Springs is helping Ocala small business owners get noticed by featuring their work in Weekly Buzz – a move that eases the challenge of letting people know they exist. WCJB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Ocala is considering spending over $250,000 to replace four police vehicles totaled in accidents over the past two years, with the proposal set for review by the City Council tomorrow at 4 p.m. at Ocala City Hall. The new vehicles will be 2025 Chevy Tahoes (replacing 2019 and 2018 Ford Interceptors). Ocala-News
- ➤ FDOT officials announced that parts of I-75 in Marion County will be closed starting Sunday night for construction that will continue until the end of the year — drivers should follow detour routes until work is complete. WCJB
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Breast cancer survivors walked the runway in Ocala for the annual Celebration of Survivors Fashion Show—an event that raises funds for All About You Angels to help local women battling cancer. The models shared their inspiring stories and reclaimed the confidence that cancer tried to take away. WCJB
- ➤ Workers at HCA Florida Ocala wore pink to work last week to mark the start of Breast Cancer Awareness Month—Marion County firefighters also used a pink fire truck in support of the cause. WCJB
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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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KennaDee Acoustic Live
11:30 AM – 2:30 PM — Midtown Station — Free entry — Experience the best of acoustic pop, rock, and soul with a mix of original songs and creative covers.
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Loomis Bros. Circus
November 3-4 — Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP — Adults $30, Children $8 — Experience a traditional circus filled with athleticism, animals, and nostalgia for the whole family.
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