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Monday, December 23rd, 2024
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Good morning, Ocala. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ An Ocala resident expresses gratitude for the exceptionally enjoyable Christmas parade this year, citing it as the best they've seen in over 50 years. Ocala-News
- ➤ The Florida Department of Transportation announces rotating closures on SR 200 in Ocala for roadway improvements ahead of Christmas. Ocala-News
- ➤ Marion Oaks invites volunteers for a community trash cleanup event on December 28, with provisions for supplies, pizza, and water. Ocala-News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 59-year-old man from The Villages was fatally struck by an SUV while crossing U.S. 301 South in Marion County after leaving a bar at night. Ocala StarBanner
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Eligio Cintron Perez was arrested and denied bail for the unlawful distribution of fentanyl resulting in a death, on the day before his 26th birthday. Ocala StarBanner
- ➤ A jury found Ronny Scott Cooper guilty of armed carjacking, leading to a life sentence, among other notable cases at the Marion County Judicial Center. Ocala StarBanner
- ➤ An Ocala man has pleaded guilty to attempting to entice an undercover agent, who was posing as a 13-year-old girl, into sexual activity and faces a minimum of 10 years in federal prison. Ocala-News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A new tool designed to facilitate the support of small businesses in Ocala is introduced, enhancing local shopping convenience. WCJB
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The 50th Kingdom of the Sun basketball tournament at Vanguard High School features 10 standout players poised to compete for the championship and showcase their talents. Ocala StarBanner
- ➤ Kaci O'Rourke became the first woman to win the 2024 National Reining Horse Association's Level 4 Open Futurity, riding The Fireman, owned by Peter and Courtney Morgan. Ocala Gazette
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Grandview Clydesdales Christmas Tours
Experience a festive evening tour at Grandview Clydesdales with beautiful lights, Christmas decor, and special VIP options for a memorable holiday tradition.
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Exclusive New Year's Eve Celebration at Hilton Ocala
Celebrate the arrival of 2025 with live entertainment, an open bar, and a lavish reception at Hilton Ocala's New Year's Eve Party.
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Brick City Anime Festival Weekend Pass
The Brick City Anime Festival, held at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala, FL, features discounted ticket prices and promises a vibrant celebration of anime culture.
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Park After Dark: 1980's Concert Featuring Napoleon Complex
Enjoy an outdoor concert featuring the Napoleon Complex Band, performing hits from the 1980s at Sholom Park.
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Operation OCALA 2025 - Endurance Challenge
Operation OCALA 2025 is a 65+ mile endurance event through the Ocala National Forest, requiring participants to carry a 25 lb backpack and navigate a challenging course within 24 hours.
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King of the Streets: Annual Street Stock Racing Event
The 'King of the Streets' event at Ocala Speedway features exciting Street Stock races as part of the DIRTcar UMP Winter Nationals, running from January 20th to 25th, 2025.
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Annual King of the Streets Street Stock Extravaganza
The 'King of the Streets' event showcases an exciting lineup of Street Stock racing as part of the DIRTcar UMP Winter Nationals at Ocala Speedway.
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