Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of November.
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🏘️ Community
Lifelong residents of Ocala organized the 5th Annual Carver Park Thanksgiving Feast to give back to their community.
Brother’s Keeper Soup Kitchen in Ocala served 280 Thanksgiving meals to the homeless and 60 to a nursing home, showcasing Sister Najjemba's 25-year mission of service.
The annual Turkey Trot in Ocala, hosted by the Frank Deluca YMCA, celebrated Thanksgiving with 5k and 10k races alongside family-friendly activities, drawing hundreds of participants.
The Winter Wonderland Kids Fun Fest, offering free admission, bounce houses, snow dance parties, and photo ops with Santa and the Grinch, is set for this Sunday at the Ocala Downtown Market.
🚨 Crime
Police are investigating a Thanksgiving Day shooting at the E.D.
Croskey Center in Ocala, assuring no current public danger.
The Marion County Sheriff's Office seeks public assistance to identify a man who stole an electric bicycle from a Walgreens employee in Ocala on November 12, 2024.
🏛️ Government
Marion County seeks rezoning of a 15.46-acre site in SW Ocala to multi-family residential to increase affordable housing options.
🏈 Sports
Vanguard and Jones High School face off for a regional championship, highlighting both teams' impressive streaks and their historical matchups.
🎉 Ocala Events
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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.
Intimate Acoustic Evening with Darell & Suzanne
Experience a cozy acoustic performance featuring Darell and Suzanne in an intimate setting.
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