Local
12 months ago
Florida Forest Service conducts two prescribed burns in Marion County

Controlled burns in Indian Lake and Ross Prairie State Forests aim to restore ecosystems and reduce wildfire risks.

Equine
12 months ago
From Colorado cowgirl to Ocala icon: Trainer Lauren Schweppe’s journey

Professional hunter-jumper trainer Lauren Schweppe has called Ocala home since 1997, building a career marked by determination, mentorship, and a passion for equestrian sport.

Business
12 months ago
Ocala named #1 U-Haul Growth City for 2025

Low cost of living, strong job market, and equestrian culture make Ocala a top destination for movers.

Local
12 months ago
Tuscawilla Park basketball courts temporarily closed for upgrades

New hoops and maintenance improvements set to enhance outdoor courts; reopening scheduled for January 14.

Local
12 months ago
FOUND: The Lake County Sheriff’s Office reports that Blayne Caruso has been found

Lake County Sheriff’s Office says the 14-year-old had been missing since Saturday, January 4.

Local
12 months ago
Newly-elected Gainesville commissioners sworn in

Commissioners James Ingle, Desmon Duncan-Walker, and Cynthia Curry were sworn into their respective seats on Monday.

Angela Gais has transitioned from a junior rider to an adult amateur, with her sights set on achieving her goal of becoming a professional in the equestrian world.
Sports
12 months ago
Passion, discipline, strength: The hallmarks of Angela Gais’ success

From late start to rising star, the Ocala-based amateur rider excels with a focus on thoroughbreds and personal growth.

Local
12 months ago
Florida gas prices kick off 2025 slightly higher than last year

State average rises to $3.11 per gallon, reflecting a modest increase compared to the start of 2024.

Entertainment
12 months ago
WIN TICKETS: Chris Janson to headline “Never Give Up on Country” concert in Ocala

The benefit concert supports the Travis Mills Foundation, aiding post-9/11 veterans and their families.

Ocala-based dressage rider Sophia Schults, representing Hampton Green Farm, fulfills her lifelong dream of competing at the professional level.
Equine
12 months ago
From youth championship to young professional: Sophia Schults’ journey in dressage

A childhood dream realized, Schults reflects on her rise through equestrian ranks and the programs that paved her path to success.