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Equine
2 years ago
From Paddock to Podium: The role of nutrition in equestrian success

Angelo and Jan Berrettini, owners of Berrettini Feed specialists in Ocala, believe the foundation of any great performance starts with what’s in the feed. They’ve fueled award-winning performance in horses for 50 years.

Photo shows Ocala's Jill Henneberg (center right) with fellow Team USA eventing riders David O’Connor (left), Karen O’Connor (center left), and Bruce Davidson (right) on the podium in Atlanta with their silver medals.
Equine
2 years ago
A $600 horse and a silver medal. The Olympic Games in Paris conjure up memories for Ocala equestrian

Ocala resident Jill Henneberg recounts her Olympic experience, capturing silver in team eventing on her first horse, Nirvana II, a mare she bought for $600.

Image shows a woman carrying a dog during a training exercise involving dozens of emergency response agencies in Marion County.
Community
2 years ago
Simulation helps Marion County emergency responders prepare for large-scale disaster | PHOTOS

A full-scale exercise this week simulated a train derailment with an ethanol spill, fire and evacuation including livestock and domestic animals.

Equine
2 years ago
Fellowship-based rider is traveling reserve for U.S. Olympic eventing team

Equestrian Liz Halliday will be ready to step in and mount up, if necessary, at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.

Uri Mansur jumps during the second round of the Longines League of Nations at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala, FL, on Saturday, March 23, 2024.
Business
2 years ago
World Equestrian Center’s growth adds to its reputation as a global destination

The World Equestrian Center in Ocala is expanding its footprint. Senior leaders say a series of additions make it a tourist destination, while strengthening its position as a global equestrian sport venue.

Equine
2 years ago
British equestrian great Dujardin out of Olympics after coaching video reveals possible horse abuse

The FEI, equestrian sport’s governing body, said it received a video Monday from a lawyer that shows Charlotte Dujardin whipping a horse 24 times during a training session.

Equine
2 years ago
Ocala equine hospital enhances horse healthcare with new CT wing

Peterson Smith Equine Hospital unveiled a state-of-the art CT system which it says enhances the way imaging is done on horses and improves health outcomes.

Equine
2 years ago
Horses seized in Levy County animal neglect case

The Levy County Sheriff’s Office says they rescued three malnourished mares and a colt.

Equine
2 years ago
Equestrian from Anthony earns Olympic berth

Anthony’s Karl Slezak will make his Olympic debut as part of Canada’s 3-day eventing team during the 2024 Summer Games in Paris, France.

Equine
2 years ago
Ocala-based eventer selected for U.S. Olympic squad

This will be the second Olympic games for Ocala eventer Will Coleman. He competed in the 2012 Olympic games in London.

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