Ocala

The College of Central Florida Ocala campus opened its new Center for Career Development on Tuesday.

Three key areas stayed consistent to help boost Oakcrest’s rating: attendance, faculty retention and community involvement.

The event was free for spectators and was expected to draw between 275 competitors Friday and potentially about 300 riders each day Saturday and Sunday.

To keep pace with these challenges, the board is considering alternative financing options to fund immediate school projects.

The police department said it no suspicious devices or bombs were found in its investigation.

From Santa sightings to holiday shopping, the second annual Christmas in July craft show brought festivity to the World Equestrian Center in Ocala this weekend.

The Marion County Sheriff's Office said it happened at 2:26 p.m. Tuesday.

From zip lining to kayaking to horseback riding, The Canyons offers a range of activities that appeal to visitors of all ages.

The first Girls Night Out filled the pavilion with about 65 vendors. The events now accommodate around 90 booths and attract roughly 2,000 to 3,000 shoppers each month.

The event series offers fun and food — open to everyone.