Sports
2 years ago
Ocala’s World Equestrian Center offering youth soccer summer camps (and that’s just the beginning)

The World Equestrian Center announced the launch of Sports at WEC and plans to offer a variety of sports training programs in the future.

Local
2 years ago
Small plane makes belly landing after landing gear fails at Ocala airport

A small aircraft was forced to make an emergency landing on Sunday night after its landing gear malfunctioned.

Equine
2 years ago
Ocala trainer not committing yet to run Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan in the Preakness | PHOTOS

Trainer Kenny McPeek and the horse’s ownership wouldn’t commit to whether the colt would race in the Preakness on May 18 in Baltimore, which requires a quick two-week turnaround.

State
2 years ago
Launch of Boeing’s crewed Starliner on schedule for today 10:34 p.m.

The launch should be visible for most in North Central Florida on Monday evening, May 6, 2024. Alternatively, you can watch it on your phone, tablet or computer. Find link in our story.

Weather Updates
2 years ago
WORKWEEK WEATHER: Temps in the 90s all week

The National Weather Service says there’s a slight chance for spotty showers to start and end the week.

Health & Wellness
2 years ago
Marion County issues rabies alert in response to two confirmed cases in raccoons

The health department says the racoons were captured in the Rainbow Lakes Estates and southwest Ocala areas in Marion County in late April.

Equine
2 years ago
Kentucky Derby victory aboard Mystik Dan provides signature win for jockey Brian Hernandez Jr. | PHOTOS

Brian Hernandez Jr. became the first jockey to complete the Derby/Oaks double since Hall of Famer Calvin Borel achieved the feat in 2009.

Equine
2 years ago
Mystik Dan wins 150th Kentucky Derby by a nose in the closest 3-horse photo finish since 1947 | PHOTOS

Derby winner, Mystik Dan, had his early schooling at trainer Kenny McPeek’s Silverleaf Hills Training Center which is located just south of Ocala.

Local
2 years ago
NEW INFO: Florida’s Turnpike reopened following severe crash involving multiple vehicles

At one point Friday evening, traffic was backed up for at least three miles in Sumter County near the U.S. Highway 301 exit for Wildwood.

Equine
2 years ago
“This is the way that God made this horse.” Ocala racehorse owners overlooked imperfections to see Derby contender’s potential

From imperfections to illness and incidents, Ocala thoroughbred Catalytic has overcome it all with courage and character.