Good morning, Ocala.

Bridge to Hope is building a quality day program in Ocala to support adults with developmental disabilities — a local advocate noted that more Medicaid-funded services are needed for both special needs children and adults and hopes additional programs will soon offer greater support.

On Sunday, July 12, owner Sean Langan announced that planning for Three Six Bistro’s move to downtown’s iconic 101 Building is complete—construction has begun on its new space along East Silver Springs Boulevard even as an opening date is pending.

Families in Ocala can save on eligible school supplies during Florida's back-to-school sales tax holiday, which runs from Monday, July 20 to Aug.

20 — many local schools start on Aug. 10.

HCA Florida and Marion Tech announced a 1-year LPN to RN diploma program that includes hospital clinicals and aims to ease local nursing shortages.

The program will offer focused training for future nurses and boost healthcare resources.

Marion Technical College is launching a 12-month program to help licensed practical nurses become registered nurses in Ocala today.

Florida's back-to-school sales tax holiday starts Monday, July 20 and runs through Aug.

20, offering tax-free school supplies and clothing under set price limits while many counties, including Marion (Ocala), begin classes on Aug. 10.

Florida’s back-to-school sales tax holiday runs from Monday, July 20 to Thursday, Aug.

20 & offers savings on select clothing, school supplies, and electronics. Schools will start as early as Monday, Aug. 10 as counties set their own calendars for the new year.

Marion County officials will likely reject the sole bid that exceeded the budget for the Belleview Sportsplex soccer field restoration at 6501 SE 107th + the county board will decide on Tuesday, July 21, as staff plans to re-advertise the project for more competitive pricing.

On Tuesday, July 14, JG Ranch—a 14.72-acre horse farm at 5665 SE 140th Street in Summerfield—sold for $1,031,500 to the Hannah Gordon Supplemental Needs Trust and Rebecca Gordon.

The property includes a 1,564 sqft home and equestrian facilities, joining several high-ticket sales in Marion County this year.

2nd Annual Ocala Christmas in July

10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — World Equestrian Center - Ocala — Free entry — Celebrate Christmas in July with local artisans, crafts, and Summer Santa in a festive atmosphere.

FL Quarter Horse Association Show

All Day — Florida Horse Park — Free entry — Experience a thrilling two-day competition showcasing American Quarter Horses in various classes.

Summer Series IX: CSI3*/National Hunter/Level 6 Jumper

8 a.m. – 3 p.m. — World Equestrian Center - Ocala — Free admission — Experience thrilling hunter/jumper competitions culminating in Saturday night Grand Prix events under the lights.