Summer Thurber and Trump This, at the Florida Thoroughbred Transformation Expo Dec. 13.
Equine
10 months ago
Florida Thoroughbred Transformation Expo highlights horses’ second careers

Riders and trainers showcase the versatility and adaptability of off-the-track thoroughbreds at the 8th annual event in Ocala.

Marion County Fire Rescue was dispatched to a house fire where they rescued a dog.
Local
10 months ago
MCFR saves dog from Ocala structure fire

Firefighters rescue dog and provide care after a fire broke out at a SW Ocala home.

Local
10 months ago
Florida gas prices see slight increase

Ocala gas prices remain lower than the state average.

Local
10 months ago
SW 59th St. closure begins Monday, Dec. 16

Roadwork for Aurora Oaks development to cause temporary closure.

Crime & Safety
10 months ago
MCSO investigates deadly shooting in Dunnellon area

The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deadly shooting that happened early Saturday morning in Rainbow Lakes Estates.

Amanda Steege and Laffite de Muze have been a formidable rider/horse combination. Courtesy: with permission of Amanda Steege/Tricia Booker photo
Features
10 months ago
Amanda Steege and Laffite de Muze: A winning team on the hunter circuit

Laffite de Muze, Amanda Steege’s standout partner, continues to set records and inspire as an Equine Ambassador for the Equus Foundation.

Santa waves to fans as he is the last float during the annual Ocala Christmas Parade.
Community
10 months ago
PHOTOS & VIDEO: Ocala Christmas Parade draws record crowds with festive floats and performances

Thousands celebrate Ocala’s largest Christmas Parade with bands, floats, and family fun.

Community
10 months ago
Honoring local memories: 352today launches new obituary section

Share and honor your loved ones with 352today’s new obituary section, powered by Legacy.com.

Ocala-based Amanda Steege and the Belgian Warmblood gelding Laffite de Muze have enjoyed great success. Laffitte de Muze was the USEF High Performance Hunter of the Year.
Features
10 months ago
Amanda Steege: A lifetime with horses rooted in family tradition

From early barn days to building her own equestrian business, Amanda Steege reflects on her journey in the horse world.

Local
10 months ago
Stop Children’s Cancer and Turtles Fly Too unite for life-saving missions and research

Turtles Fly Too dedicates sea turtle transport mission to the memory of Bonnie Freeman, amplifying efforts to support pediatric cancer research through Stop Children’s Cancer.