Free COVID-19 testing is returning to the Southeastern Livestock Pavilion.
The Department of Health in Marion County made the announcement earlier this week that free, county-sponsored drive-through COVID-19 testing will start next week at the Southeastern Livestock Pavilion.
The pavilion is located at 2232 NE Jacksonville Road, Ocala. The site will offer testing each Wednesday in August and September at the site.
Testing will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the pavilion each testing date.
People who would like to be tested can line their vehicles up starting at 7:30 a.m. on testing days. To be tested, individuals should bring a valid photo ID; minors under age 18 will only be tested if they are accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
People should be prepared to stay in their vehicles while awaiting testing; restroom facilities will not be available. Only people who are being tested should be in the vehicle, except for parents, guardians, or caregivers. No pets are permitted in the vehicle during tests. School students should refrain from eating or drinking anything 15 to 30 minutes prior to their tests, according to the Department of Health.
For more information, call the Department of Health in Marion County at 352-644-2590.