Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of November.
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🏘️ Community
Ocala's trash collection scheduled for Thanksgiving Thursday will be postponed to Friday due to the holiday.
🚨 Crime
A 15-year-old girl in Florida will be tried as an adult for the manslaughter of a 14-year-old boy, after a fatal incident involving a firearm.
An Ocala tax preparer was sentenced to three years in federal prison for committing widespread tax fraud, resulting in nearly $1 million in losses.
Dylan Lee Tucker pleads guilty to DUI manslaughter among other charges, facing up to 30 years, highlighting court proceedings in Marion County.
🎭 Culture
Ocala/Marion County is hosting a range of Christmas concerts, parades, and other festive events, starting this weekend into December, with highlights including performances by the Preservation Hall Jazz Band, a variety of church and outdoor concerts, and the annual Christmas parade.
📰 Lifestyle
Several Ocala restaurants, including newly opened Live Fire Chefs Cafe, will stay open on Thanksgiving, offering special menus to celebrate the holiday.
Executive chef and owner Sean Langan introduces a Euro-Asian influenced menu at Three Six Bistro, now open Wednesday-Sunday from 5 to 9 p.m. in Ocala.
🎉 Ocala Events
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Winter Wonderland Festival 2024
Experience the enchanting festival of lights at the World Equestrian Center – Ocala during the holiday season.
46th Annual Reindeer Run
Experience the excitement of the 46th Annual Reindeer Run, featuring a 5K run and a fun kids' dash with custom medals and festive t-shirts for early registrants.
A Tuna Christmas at Ocala Civic Theatre
Experience the quirky and humorous Christmas festivities in Tuna, Texas, as the town gears up for a Yuletide yard display competition amidst local antics.
Christmas Super Jam - A Night of Musical Talent with Ugly Sweaters
Celebrate the holiday season with live performances of Christmas favorites at an engaging community music event.
Jeeptoberfest 2024
Experience off-road adventures, exciting courses, and community bonding at this rescheduled Jeep festival in Ocala.
Festival at Fort King: Experience Life in the 1800s
Experience historic-themed crafts, games, and activities with living historians at the Festival at Fort King, a unique two-day event that brings the past to life.
Pops Goes the Holidays with the Ocala Symphony Orchestra
Celebrate the festive season with a delightful holiday concert performed by the Ocala Symphony Orchestra at the Reilly Arts Center.
World Equestrian Center - Ocala December Dressage Competition
The World Equestrian Center in Ocala hosts a prestigious dressage competition featuring 15 qualifying opportunities across the year, including eight national and six international-rated events.
8th Annual Florida Thoroughbred Transformation Expo
The Florida Thoroughbred Transformation Expo showcases the versatility of off-track Thoroughbreds through competitions in multiple disciplines while supporting aftercare efforts for retired racehorses.
The Ocala Cup: Two-Day Four-Ball Golf Tournament
The Ocala Cup is a two-day four-ball tournament featuring open, senior, and super senior divisions held at the Ocala Golf Club.
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