Ocean City, MD
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About Ocean City
- • Dean Muhtadi, former WWE wrestler known as Mojo Rawley, hails from Ocean City.
- • The iconic Thrasher skateboarding magazine hosted its "King of the Road" event here.
- • The Atlantic Hotel's 1875 connection to the railroad spurred Ocean City's tourism.
- • Ocean City's Assateague ponies are descendants of horses shipwrecked offshore.
- • The 1933 storm created the Ocean City Inlet, separating Assateague Island.
- • Named for its oceanfront location, Ocean City was established in 1875.
- • With 7,024 residents, Ocean City's population swells tenfold in summer.
- • At a mere 3 feet above sea level, flooding is a constant concern here.
- • Tourism dominates Ocean City's economy, providing jobs for many residents.
- • Ocean City feels like sun-kissed skin, carefree laughter, and endless summer days.
- • The Baltimore Orioles, 2 hours away, won the 1983 World Series.
- • The OC Tri Running Club hosts multiple triathlons each year, fostering local competition.