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Friday, November 14th, 2025
Good morning, Ocala. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Ocala Police Department will host its seventh annual Cops and Cars Show tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 402 S Pine Avenue—families can view classic cars, emergency vehicles, and a Power Wheels Kids Car Show—proceeds will benefit the Marion Sexual Assault Center. Ocala-News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Nov. 11 in Marion County, a student walking near Oak Road was hit by an SUV at 8:21 a.m. and placed on trauma alert & another student riding his bike on Southwest 65th Terrace Road was run off the road at 3:14 p.m. with minor injuries, highlighting ongoing concerns about pedestrian safety. Ocala Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Ocala-based singer Heather Lynne and Friends released a new single called 'Flower People' and performed it live on TV20's Morning Edition—adding to Heather's growing local presence. The band will perform on Thursday, Nov 20 at Horse and Hounds from 6—9 p.m. WCJB
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Skanska, a Swedish company, signed a $62.7 million contract to build a 156,000-square-foot middle school at 685 Oak Road in Ocala to replace Lake Weir Middle School. Construction will begin this year and is set to finish by June 23 — timed to open for the 2027-2028 school year — with capacity for over 1,400 students. Ocala-News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ At the sixth annual Horse Farms Forever Conservation Summit held yesterday at the Ocala Breeders’ Sales Company, Ann Louise Drake of Drake Ranch received the Acorn Conservation Award from board president Bernie Little (observed by other Drake family members). Ocala Gazette
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Paso Fino Fall Festival
8 AM – 11 PM — Florida Horse Park — Admission details not provided — Experience an exciting day of Paso Fino horse shows with food, music, and family fun.
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Brown's Christmas Market 2025
10 AM – 4 PM — Brown & Brown Farms and Country Store — Free park and shop — Enjoy a festive market filled with unique gifts, crafts, and fun activities for kids.
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A Tuna Christmas Live Performance
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Ocala Civic Theatre, Inc. — Ticket information available — Experience the festive comedy that brings laughter to the holiday season.
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Symphony Under the Lights
7:30 p.m. — Reilly Arts Center — Free entry — Enjoy a joyful outdoor concert performed by the Ocala Symphony and Youth Symphony under festive lights.
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Ocala Holiday Market & Food Festival
11 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Southeastern Livestock Pavilion — Free entry — Enjoy a festive day filled with unique crafts, delicious food, and fun activities for the whole family.
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A Tuna Christmas
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Ocala Civic Theatre, Inc. — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a hilarious holiday celebration with beloved characters returning to spread joy.
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9th Annual Florida Thoroughbred Transformation Expo
7 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Florida Horse Park — $25 entry — Discover diverse equine talents at a weekend filled with competitions and prizes for thoroughbreds.
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The Nutcracker Ballet
7-8:30 p.m. — Reilly Arts Center — Family-friendly event — Experience the enchanting story of Clara and the Nutcracker in a magical ballet performance.
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