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Ocala
Saturday, November 29th, 2025
Good morning, Ocala. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 29th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local shelters in Marion County are offering adoptable pets—Bigfoot, Posey, and Phil—for residents looking to welcome a new companion. WCJB
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ 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. Ocala-News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ 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. Ocala-News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ 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. Ocala StarBanner
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ 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. Ocala-News
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Art is the lie that enables us to realize the truth.
~ Pablo Picasso
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