May 21, 2021 | All, Community Spotlight, Discover Ocala
A Cowboy’s Life: Ruben Lamb Written by Ronda Hemminger Evan Ruben Lamb isn’t just a life-long resident of our area – he’s helped create the beautiful story of a rural community now called the Horse Capital of the World™ and widely considered one of the best...
Apr 27, 2021 | All, Community Spotlight, Discover Ocala, Equestrian, Showcase Properties of Central Florida
The Fourth Horse Fever Herd:Introduced by Marion Cultural Alliance Article Written by Cynthia McFarland If you’ve spent any time in Ocala, you’ve seen the colorful life-size horse statues bearing unique artistic designs. These fanciful creations–no...
Apr 15, 2021 | 55+ Resources, All, Discover Ocala, Taxes
If you’ve ever dreamed of packing it all up and moving down to Florida to enjoy the year-round sunshine and miles of beautiful beaches, you’re not alone! Each year, thousands of people make the decision to become permanent Florida residents. While some reasons for...
Mar 16, 2021 | All, Community Spotlight, Discover Ocala, Equestrian
Tom Ventura:From Fan to Industry Influencer Article Written by and photos of Tom provided by Cynthia McFarland In the world of Thoroughbred racing, it is through public auction that many horses are launched into their careers. With only a handful of sales companies...
Jan 26, 2021 | All, Buy, Discover Ocala
While winter weather can be charming in December, by February most northerners are exhausted from battling snow and ice. It’s no surprise that many people dream of retiring in a warmer climate. Avoiding cold weather is so common that there’s a term, snowbirds, for...
Sep 29, 2020 | All, Buy, Discover Ocala, Local Resources
Your house is sold, your stuff is packed, and you’re super-excited to be moving to Ocala! Once you start to think about everything relocation entails, though, that excitement can fade into stress. What do you need to do before you leave? How will you find your...