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Ashley Moody s remarks on fallen officers
Before introducing Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody, McQuaig told the audience that Moody is a strong ally of law enforcement.
In her remarks, Moody said it has been a tough year for law enforcement officials across the country. In Florida, this time last year, four law enforcement officials had died in the line of duty. So far this year, it s 12.
Moody said while these occasions can be sad, they also can be inspiring. She said the men and women who put on a uniform serve with pride and vigor, knowing the risk they face. During the pandemic, Moody said, they have showed up because they love their communities.
A walk to remember: Ocala hits the treadmill in honor of the late Greg Graham
Along with the usual clients working out, dozens of other people arrived to walk on three treadmills.
The No. 12 treadmill was the favorite of Ocala Police Chief Greg Graham. To the left of the No. 12 treadmill was a treadmill for county and fire. To the right was one for law enforcement.
City of Ocala Fire Rescue Battalion Chief Richie Lietz was walking on one of the treadmills. He s someone I looked up to, Lietz said about Graham. One of Graham s children is a firefighter/paramedic at OFR.