36-703: [REDACTED] Look up reddick in Wiktionary, the free dictionary. Reddick may refer to: Places [ edit ] Reddick, Florida , United States Reddick, Illinois , United States Reddick Nunatak , Antarctica Other uses [ edit ] Reddick (surname) See also [ edit ] [REDACTED] Search for "reddick" on Misplaced Pages. All pages with titles beginning with Reddick All pages with titles containing Reddick Riddick (disambiguation) Readick (surname) Redick (surname) Topics referred to by
72-640: A Higher Learning Commission regionally accredited post secondary institution. Webster University offers on-site, regionally accredited graduate degree programs in business and counseling at their Ocala Metropolitan Campus. Three of the eight libraries in the Marion County Public Library System are located in Ocala. Those three libraries are: Several major highways pass through Ocala, including Interstate 75 , U.S. Highway 27 , U.S. Route 301 , and U.S. Highway 441 . Ocala
108-580: A graduated income tax , and direct election of United States senators. Most of the "Ocala Demands" were to become part of the Populist Party platform. In the last decades of the twentieth century, the greater Ocala area had one of the highest growth rates in the country for a city its size. Many historic homes are preserved in Ocala's large residential Historic District , designated in 1984. East Fort King Street features many excellent examples of Victorian architecture . Ocala structures listed on
144-400: A household in the city was $ 30,888, and the median income for a family was $ 38,190. Males had a median income of $ 29,739 versus $ 24,367 for females. The per capita income for the city was $ 18,021. About 13.2% of families and 18.1% of the population were below the poverty line , including 28.6% of those under age 18 and 9.8% of those age 65 or over. Ocala is the headquarters of Emergency One,
180-666: A location. A Spanish mission named San Luis de Eloquale was established by 1630. Milanich believes the mission was near the Withlacoochee River. Eloquale is not named in a 1655 list of missions, and Ocale (and its variants) disappears from history. In the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, Creek people and other Native Americans, and free and fugitive African Americans sought refuge in Florida. The Seminole people formed. After foreign colonial rule shifted between Spain and Great Britain and back again, in 1821
216-446: A mayor, all of which are elected on a nonpartisan basis. It has a council-manager form of government, relying on a manager hired by the city. The mayor sets policy but has few powers other than vetoing legislation passed by the council and tending to some duties involving the police department. The current mayor is Ben Marciano. The city manager handles most administrative and financial matters. A number of county offices are housed at
252-571: A worldwide designer and manufacturer of fire rescue vehicles. According to the City's 2022 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, the largest employers in the city are: Horses have a prominent role in Ocala's cultural makeup. The first thoroughbred horse farm in Florida was developed in Marion County in 1943 by Carl G. Rose . Other farms were developed, making Ocala the center of a horse-breeding area. Local horses have won individual races of
288-553: Is different from Wikidata All article disambiguation pages All disambiguation pages Reddick, Florida Reddick is a town in Marion County , Florida , United States. It is part of the Ocala Metropolitan Statistical Area . As of the 2020 US census, the town population was 449, down from 506 in 2010 US census. The town was platted and founded on June 8, 1882, and
324-626: The American Quarter Horse . Other equine events in the area include mounted shooting by the Florida Outlaws, as well as endurance rides, barrel races, extreme cowboy events, jumper shows, trick shows, parades, draft pulls, rodeo events and more. In 2022, Ocala was the site of the inaugural point-to-point Florida Steeplechase at the Florida Horse Park. Ocala is governed by a five-member board of councillors and
360-520: The Farmers' Alliance and Industrial Union , a forerunner of the Populist Party , held its national convention in Ocala. At the convention, the Alliance adopted a platform that would become known as the " Ocala Demands ". This platform included abolition of national banks, promoting low-interest government loans, free and unlimited coinage of silver, reclamation of excess railroad lands by the government,
396-655: The McPherson Governmental Complex . As of 2020, Republicans outnumber Democrats in Marion County, 112,000 to 80,000. In the 2008 presidential election , John McCain carried both the city and the county, the latter by a landslide, although Florida as a whole voted for Democrat Barack Obama by a narrow margin. The public schools in Ocala are run by the Marion County School Board . There are 30 elementary, ten middle and ten public high schools in Marion County, which include
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#1732780961172432-778: The National Register of Historic Places include the Coca-Cola Building , the E. C. Smith House , East Hall , the Marion Hotel , Mount Zion A.M.E. Church , the Ritz Historic Inn , and Union Train Station . The original Fort King site was designated as a National Historic Landmark in 2004. Ocala is located at 29°11′16″N 82°07′50″W / 29.187704°N 82.130613°W / 29.187704; -82.130613 . According to
468-656: The Ocala National Forest , Silver Springs State Park , Rainbow Springs State Park , the College of Central Florida , and the World Equestrian Center . Ocala is named after Ocale (also Cale, Etocale, and other variants) a Timucua village and chiefdom recorded in the 16th century, the name of which is believed to mean "Big Hammock" in the Timucua language . Another possible meaning of
504-554: The Silver Springs attraction to spare it from development. The state took over Silver Springs itself in 1993 and incorporated it into the park in 2013. Ocala has a humid subtropical climate ( Cfa ), with hot, humid summers and mild winters. Ocala first appeared in the 1850 U.S. Census, with a total recorded population of 243. Ocala did not report separately in 1860. As of the 2020 census , there were 63,591 people, 23,893 households, and 13,239 families residing in
540-540: The St. Johns River near Palatka . Marion County is also home to the Ocala National Forest which was established in 1908 and is now the second largest national forest in the state. The Florida Trail , also known as the Florida National Scenic Trail , cuts through Ocala National Forest. Silver Springs State Park was formed as Silver River State Park in 1987, out of land the state purchased around
576-658: The United States Census Bureau , the city has a total area of 47.79 square miles (123.8 km ), all land. The surrounding farms are famous for their thoroughbred horses , in terrain similar to Kentucky bluegrass . Ocala is also known for nearby Silver Springs , site of one of the largest artesian spring formations in the world and Silver Springs Nature Theme Park , one of the earliest tourist attractions in Florida. The 110-mile (180 km) long Ocklawaha River passes 10 miles (16 km) east of Ocala, flowing north from Central Florida until it joins
612-565: The county seat . According to the United States Census Bureau , the town has a total area of 1.3 square miles (3.4 km ), all land. The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild winters. According to the Köppen climate classification , the Town of Reddick has a humid subtropical climate zone ( Cfa ). As of the 2020 United States census , there were 449 people, 215 households, and 121 families residing in
648-660: The Triple Crown series; in 1978, Affirmed , who was bred and trained in Marion County, won all three races, boosting interest in the industry there. Ocala is one of only five cities (four in the US and one in France) permitted under Chamber of Commerce guidelines to use the title, "Horse Capital of the World", based on annual revenue produced by the horse industry. 44,000 jobs are sustained by breeding, training, and related support of
684-619: The United States acquired the territory of Florida. After warfare to the north, in 1827 the U.S. Army built Fort King near the present site of Ocala as a buffer between the Seminole , who had long occupied the area, and white settlers moving into the region. The fort was an important base during the Second Seminole War and later served in 1844 as the first courthouse for Marion County . The modern city of Ocala, which
720-504: The city was 72.9% White , 22.1% African American , 0.4% Native American , 1.2% Asian , <0.1% Pacific Islander , 1.8% from other races , and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.7% of the population. In 2000, there were 18,646 households. 40.9% were married couples living together, 15.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 39.5% were non-families. 33.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.0% had someone living alone who
756-400: The city's population was 63,591 as of the 2020 census , up from 56,315 at the 2010 census and making it the 43rd-most populated city in Florida. Ocala is the principal city of the Ocala metropolitan area , which had a population of 375,908 in 2020. Home to over 400 thoroughbred farms and training centers, Ocala is considered the "Horse Capital of the World". Notable attractions include
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#1732780961172792-428: The city. As of the 2010 census , there were 56,315 people, 21,722 households, and 12,945 families residing in the city. As of the 2000 census , there were 45,943 people, 18,646 households, and 11,280 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,189.2 inhabitants per square mile (459.2/km ). There were 20,501 housing units at an average density of 530.7 per square mile (204.9/km ). The racial makeup of
828-528: The equine industry, which generates over $ 2.2 billion in annual revenue. Postime Farms and Ocala serve as host to one of the largest horse shows in the country: H.I.T.S or "Horses in the Sun", a Dressage /Jumper event lasting about two months. It generates some 6 to 7 million dollars for the local Marion County economy each year. The show features classes for over 100 different breeds, including Tennessee Walker , Paso Fino , Morgan horse , Saddlebred , Draft horse and
864-807: The following schools in Ocala: Ocala is home to the College of Central Florida , a member of the Florida College System, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. CF offers bachelor's degrees in Business and Organizational Management, Early Childhood Education, and Nursing, as well as associate degrees and certificates. The college offers specialty programs in equine studies, agribusiness , and logistics and supply chain management. It also has one of 21 campuses of Rasmussen College ,
900-457: The local level. Rail service reached Ocala in June 1881, encouraging economic development with greater access to markets for produce. Two years later, much of the Ocala downtown area was destroyed by fire on Thanksgiving Day, 1883. The city encouraged rebuilding with brick , granite and steel rather than lumber . By 1888, Ocala was known statewide as "The Brick City". In December 1890,
936-532: The local post office has also been in operation at Reddick since 1882. John Reddick, the first postmaster , gave the community his last name. The Town of Reddick was officially incorporated as a municipality in 1925. In 1998, a group of nuns formed the Annunciation of the Theotokos Monastery with the approval of Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America . The film Jeepers Creepers
972-525: The name is "song or singer of admiration or glorification". The Spaniard Hernando de Soto 's expedition recorded Ocale in 1539 during his exploration through what is today the southeastern United States. The site of Ocale has not been found, but historians believe it was located in southwestern Marion County, near the Withlacoochee River . References to Ocale, Olagale, and Etoquale occur in 16th and early 17th century sources, but do not specify
1008-450: The same term [REDACTED] This disambiguation page lists articles associated with the title Reddick . If an internal link led you here, you may wish to change the link to point directly to the intended article. Retrieved from " https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Reddick&oldid=1146377704 " Categories : Disambiguation pages Place name disambiguation pages Hidden categories: Short description
1044-503: The town was 52.19% White, 42.21% African American, 0.18% Pacific Islander, 3.15% from other races, and 2.28% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 6.65%. Of the 203 households in 2000, 33.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.8% were married couples living together, 16.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.6% were non-families. 24.6% of households were one person and 14.8% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size
1080-407: The town. As of the 2010 United States census , there were 506 people, 174 households, and 92 families residing in the town. At the 2000 census there were 571 people, 203 households, and 146 families in the town. The population density was 458.7 inhabitants per square mile (177.1/km ). There were 236 housing units at an average density of 189.6 per square mile (73.2/km ). The racial makeup of
1116-550: Was $ 36,944. Males had a median income of $ 22,143 versus $ 15,833 for females. The per capita income for the town was $ 13,338. About 10.6% of families and 18.3% of the population were below the poverty line , including 16.7% of those under age 18 and 16.7% of those age 65 or over. Ocala, Florida Ocala ( / oʊ ˈ k æ l ə / oh- KAL -ə ) is a city in and the county seat of Marion County, Florida , United States. Located in North Central Florida ,
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1152-410: Was 2.81 and the average family size was 3.31. The age distribution in 2000 was 32.0% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 24.7% from 25 to 44, 21.7% from 45 to 64, and 13.3% 65 or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.0 males. In 2000, the median household income was $ 33,875 and the median family income
1188-457: Was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.29 and the average family size was 2.91. In 2000, in the city the population was spread out, with 23.2% under the age of 18, 9.3% from 18 to 24, 26.2% from 25 to 44, 20.9% from 45 to 64, and 20.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 89.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.5 males. The median income for
1224-624: Was established in 1849, developed around the fort site. Greater Ocala is known as the "Kingdom of the Sun". Plantations and other agricultural development dependent on slave labor were prevalent in the region. Ocala was an important center of citrus production until the Great Freeze of 1894–1895. During the Reconstruction era Ocala was represented by several African Americans in the Florida House of Representatives and on
1260-409: Was on the western leg of the historic Dixie Highway . Ocala International Airport provides general aviation services to the community. Ocala Suntran provides bus service throughout select parts of the city. One of the major hubs for Suntran is the former Ocala Union Station , which served Amtrak trains until November 2004. Amtrak serves Ocala by bus connection to Jacksonville and Lakeland. Ocala
1296-457: Was shot in Reddick during the summer of 2000. The old Reddick High School was used as the police station in the film. The approximate coordinates for the Town of Reddick is located in northern Marion County at 29°22′15″N 82°11′54″W / 29.37083°N 82.19833°W / 29.37083; -82.19833 (29.370828, –82.198368). It is 15 miles (24 km) north of Ocala ,
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