Former City of Ocala Mayor Kent Guinn and Louisa Barton, Ocala Metro CEP director of equine initiative and organizer of the All-Breed Parade ride in a carriage during the event on Nov. 23, 2024, at the Florida Horse Park.
Equine
10 months ago
Diverse breeds shine at Ocala’s All-Breed Parade and Hobby Horse Games

Marion County’s All-Breed Parade and Hobby Horse Games showcase the region’s diverse equine heritage, featuring unique breeds and heartfelt tributes.

Equine
11 months ago
Immerse yourself in the equine world at Florida Horse Park

Ocala hosts Equine Industry Career Expo and Hobby Horse Games.

Photo of driver Christine Rochon of Ocala with her horse, Twist, pulling carriage.
Equine
11 months ago
Ocala woman explores the world through combined driving

Ocala resident Kerri Rochon shares her journey from draft horses to international combined driving, highlighting global travels and her passion for the sport.

Equine
11 months ago
Horse Farms Forever Summit highlights urgent need to protect Marion County’s springs and farmland

Experts and advocates emphasize the Floridan aquifer’s critical role in sustaining ecosystems, green spaces, and the region’s equine industry amid growing environmental pressures.

Photo of expo with horse-related items.
Equine
11 months ago
All for the Horses Expo returns to WEC this winter

The equine trade show, running February 15–16, offers free admission, premier vendors, and events alongside world-class show jumping and dressage competitions.

Equine
11 months ago
A stylish transition: Fashion’s Touch goes from racetrack to equestrian arena

Olympian Clark Montgomery among the competitors at Majestic Oaks.

Brian Hernandez Jr. reacts as he rides Thorpedo Anna to victory in the Breeders' Cup Distaff horse race in Del Mar, Calif., Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024.
Equine
11 months ago
Summerfield filly Thorpedo Anna nears Eclipse Award after stunning Breeders’ Cup win

The filly has a strong chance of winning the Eclipse Award for Horse of the Year.

Equine
11 months ago
Levy and Marion County horses shine at Breeders’ Cup World Championships

Morriston-trained Sierra Leone and Williston-trained Straight No Chaser win Breeders’ Cup races.

Community
11 months ago
Annual equine industry and horse parade set for later this month

Join the Annual Equine Industry Expo and All Breeds Horse Parade Nov. 22-23. Admission is FREE!

Equine
11 months ago
Ocala-bred Nooni to compete in Breeders Cup event Nov. 1

Ocala-bred Nooni will compete in the $2 million Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies on Nov. 1 after impressive early-career wins for trainer Bob Baffert.

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