Equine
2 years ago
Free admission to International Horse Show at the World Equestrian Center this week

The shows continue through Saturday, Oct. 28. Link to schedule in our story.

Community
2 years ago
Marion County Commission turns down land offer for new animal shelter due to concerns from area residents, now considering a new location

The Marion County Commission has decided not to build a new animal shelter on donated land off of County Road 316 near Citra. A new 20-acre parcel near the Ocala International Airport is being considered.

Equine
2 years ago
New trail for hikers, cyclists, equestrians opens in Alachua County

The nearly 1,650-acre Phifer Flatwoods Preserve in Hawthorne is home to diverse natural communities and now 4.8 miles of unpaved walking, biking and horseback riding trails.

Equine
2 years ago
Dunnellon equestrian brings home 5th gold medal in world-class endurance ride

Jeremy Reynolds has set his sight on the all-time win record in the Tevis Cup. The current record is six victories.

Education
2 years ago
Why are two Marion County leaders shoveling horse dung in formal attire? See the video

To celebrate fundraising over $10,000 in this year’s Give4Marion campaign, ELCMC officials pledged to muck a horse stall in formal attire in partnership with Stirrups ‘n Strides, another local nonprofit.

Equine
2 years ago
New looks, new experiences coming to HITS Ocala

All six HITS venues nationwide will undergo a multi-year improvement project, but Ocala equestrians will see a great difference in one of the county’s longest standing competition venues.

Equine
2 years ago
Marion County Sheriff’s Office is ready to trot out its first-ever sworn, mounted unit | VIDEO

Next month, the mounted unit will be on duty for the Marion County Sheriff’s Office Halloween bash.

Equine
2 years ago
Meet the artist behind the new Horse Capital of the World-themed mural at the Highway 200 Walmart

Kierra Amaral is a recent USF graduate who now designs and paints murals for stores across the country, including several in Florida. Learn more about the process behind Ocala’s newest mural.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Ocala police arrest horse trainer on charges of soliciting a child for sexual conduct via text messages

OPD arrested Jerry Aguilar, 39. They say he is a horse trainer and coach with children under his supervision.

Equine
2 years ago
National equine industry survey needs feedback from Horse Capital of the World

Ocala and Marion County need to be counted in the American Horse Council’s annual economic survey. Horse owners and industry workers can complete it through Sept. 29 and may even win prizes.