Good morning, Ocala.

Local shelters in Marion County are offering adoptable pets—Bigfoot, Posey, and Phil—for residents looking to welcome a new companion.

Ocala Fire Rescue responded to a fire alarm at a downtown sports bar at 20 South Magnolia Avenue on Thanksgiving afternoon — firefighters found a hidden fire under a tile on the third floor — and they controlled the blaze with no injuries reported while fire officials investigate the cause.

La Carreta Supermarket just opened its doors at 253 Marion Oaks Boulevard in south Ocala—offering a wide range of Hispanic foods like vegetables, fruits, meats, rice, beans, and spices with a cash discount.

The store is open daily from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., with shorter hours on Sunday when it closes at 9 p.m.

Florida gas prices reached an average of $3.05 per gallon on Monday—up from $2.86 last week, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration.

The state price rose about 20 cents since last month and is 0.2% lower than the national average of $3.06.

The Ocala Sunset Rotary Club asked city officials to designate a historic marker titled "Elvis in Ocala, Tom Petty Inspired" in honor of when 10-year-old Tom Petty met Elvis Presley during filming in July 1961 at the former Commercial Bank and Trust Company on E Silver Springs Boulevard — the proposal will be presented to the City Council on Tuesday, December 2.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Free Movie: Wicked for Good

2-5 p.m. — Epic Theatres of Ocala — Free entry — Experience the magic of Oz in the beloved story of friendship and courage.

The Nutcracker Ballet

2-4 p.m. — Ocala Civic Theatre, Inc. — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical holiday classic brought to life by the Sheila Ruotolo Dance Company.

Winter Wonderland Holiday Market

12-4 p.m. — Ocala Downtown Market — Free entry — Experience a magical holiday market filled with festive cheer and fun for the whole family.

Christmas Eve Service

6:30-7:30 p.m. — World Equestrian Center - Ocala — Free entry — Celebrate Christmas Eve with music, carols, and a meaningful message.