Fishing tourney rescheduled due to hurricane

The Fishing for Freedom Tournament, originally scheduled for Saturday, October 5th, has been postponed due to Hurricane Helene and rescheduled for Saturday, November 9th, according to an announcement by the Friends of Marion County Veterans Memorial Park, Inc.

The tournament, a fundraiser for the park, will take place from 5 am to 4 pm, with fishing locations anywhere off Citrus and Levy Counties in the Gulf of Mexico. Anglers can compete for prizes up to $1,500 in various categories.

Proceeds from the tournament will be used to beautify and update the park, as well as install new monuments honoring veterans from all eras. State Farm agent Bonnie Wlasiuk sponsors the event.

Those interested in registering or learning more about the tournament can find registration details and rules online at https://marionvetpark.com/.

The Friends of Marion County Veterans Memorial Park, Inc., a non-profit, volunteer-staffed foundation, maintains the park located in the center of Ocala. The park serves as a memorial to all veterans and their families, fostering an educational venue for current and future generations.