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Thursday, December 26th, 2024

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Good morning, Ocala. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Ocala and Marion County were highlighted by the achievements of diverse locals in 2024, including a victorious Miss Florida, leading athletes, exceptional educators, and a national beard champion.  Ocala-News

CRIME NEWS

  • A 34-year-old stepmother in Marion County pleaded not guilty to a charge of sexual battery on a person aged 12 to 18 after being accused of engaging in sexual activity with her teenage stepson.  Ocala-News

CULTURE NEWS

  • Ocala/Marion County looks forward to hosting a variety of events in 2025, including the second year of the Rock the Country concert featuring Kid Rock and Nickelback.  Ocala StarBanner

SPORTS NEWS

  • The Star-Banner announces finalists for Athlete of the Year, highlighting exceptional performances in girls' cross country in Marion County, including notable achievements and personal bests.  Ocala StarBanner
  • The Star Banner announces its all-county boys cross country team and Athlete of the Year finalists, celebrating top high school runners in the Ocala area.  Ocala StarBanner

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Tue, 12/31/24

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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.

    Sat, 1/11/25

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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.

    Thu, 1/16/25

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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.

    Sat, 1/18/25

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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.

    Tue, 1/21/25

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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.

    Wed, 1/22/25

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  • King of the Streets Street Stock Extravaganza

    The King of the Streets event features exciting Street Stock racing as part of the DIRTcar UMP Winter Nationals at Ocala Speedway.

    Fri, 1/24/25

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  • Ocala Home & Garden Show Celebration

    The Ocala Home & Garden Show features a variety of home improvement exhibitors, live cooking seminars by celebrity chef Warren Caterson, and free admission for all attendees.

    Sat, 1/25/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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