Hotels see boom in Depression-era Ocala

Visitors stopping overnight or longer in Ocala in the mid-1930s to visit Silver Springs or simply to escape the cold weather up north would have had a wide variety of choice of places to stay, none of ...

Iconic Ocala hotel bought, will operate as Motel 6

The iconic Ocala Ramada Inn, which was once owned by the late George Steinbrenner, was recently purchased by a California-based hotel company, which will operate it as a Motel 6. The property, located ...

More details emerge about major hotel being built in downtown Ocala

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Two months ago, Ocala city officials announced another hotel is coming to downtown. Officials involved with the hotel sent some ...

Visit This Horse-Themed Hotel in Ocala, Florida

Fun fact: The Horse Capital of the World is tucked away in the tranquil town of Ocala, Florida. If you haven't heard of Ocala you're not alone, but the World Equestrian Center wants to change that.

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New Ocala hotel gets incentives and parking slots

Ocala city officials unanimously passed two agreements regarding the new downtown hotel at their regular scheduled meeting on Aug. 19. The first, city incentives not to exceed $5.61 million, and the ...

Join the horsey set at The Equestrian Hotel in Ocala

When it comes to Florida, most people think of theme parks with costumed characters, lush palm trees, citrus groves and beaches filled with sun-worshipers and water sports enthusiasts. But there’s so ...

A new extended-stay hotel will be built in NW Ocala. Here are the details.

The St. Johns River Water Management District has issued a permit that clears the way for construction of a new extended-stay hotel in northwest Ocala. Here's what we know: Where will the hotel be ...

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Hotel in Ocala Downtown Square opens, hopeful for visitors

Read full article: Celebration of life for Ocala police chief will be viewable online ‘He’s done such a great job for our community:' Ocala Mayor reacts to death of police chief ‘He’s done such a ...

Spend Christmas In Ocala At The Equestrian Hotel

The World Equestrian Center gears up for the holidays. Lights, Santa, horses, oh my. Christmas returns to Ocala in Florida as the World Equestrian Center (WEC) presents a monthlong Winter Wonderland ...

Hotels Near Hilton Ocala, Ocala

Culinary events celebrate the many flavors of Puerto RicoA James Beard tasting event and a week devoted to cocktail culture are just some of the options for clients who seek culinary... Cabins for ...

Ocala students, veterans honor Flag Day with 16th annual Flag Day program

Local students and veterans gathered Sunday at Marion County Veterans Park in Ocala for a Flag Day program aimed at teaching ...

2.4 magnitude earthquake reported in Harford County, Maryland

A 2.4 magnitude earthquake was reported in Bel Air North, Maryland, on Monday morning.

I-75 bridge closure in Marion County begins as reconstruction project gets underway

The SW 66th Street bridge over Interstate 75 closed Sunday as crews begin a major reconstruction project as part of the ...

Ocala to end curbside recycling collection, citing contamination issues and costs

The City of Ocala will end curbside recycling collection and transition to a citywide drop-off recycling program to reduce ...

Ocala is doing away with curbside recycling. Here's why:

Starting July 6, the city of Ocala is discontinuing curbside recycling collection and moving to a drop-off program. Here's ...

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Stella's Modern Pantry announces new location. Details here:

On June 16, in a news release issued by Angie Lester of The Boyd Group, the new location was announced for Stella's Modern ...

La Cuisine in downtown Ocala has closed after 17 years

La Cuisine, the French restaurant at 48 SW First Ave. in downtown Ocala, has closed after 17 decorated years. Here's what we ...

Ocala apartments for rent saw slight price decreases since last May

Renters in Ocala saw apartment listing prices slightly decrease from May 2025's median of $1,740, an analysis of new data ...

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Ocala father and son accused of defrauding people of cash and RVs

A two-year investigation by the Ocala Police Department revealed dozens of victims of a father-son duo. Officers say the pair ...

Parrish Farms Brings Elite Yaupon Colt to OBS June Sale

George Parrish Jr.'s Parrish Farms has a small but powerful consignment to the Ocala Breeders' Sales June 2-Year-Olds in ...

Roadster a Regional Standout Heading Into OBS June Sale

Ocala Stud's freshman sire Roadster ranks fourth in the national standings so far. The son of Quality Road will be ...