Ben Baugh

Ben Baugh is a journalist who has worked across a variety of platforms during his career. A graduate of Ashland University in Ashland, Ohio, he has covered a variety of topics, including politics, public safety, education, religion, entertainment, equestrian sport and sports. Baugh has worked in Ohio, New York, South Carolina and Florida. A resident of Belleview, he can often be found at an equestrian sport venue on his days off. You can reach Ben Baugh at benbaugh@325today.com

Crime & Safety
2 days ago
Lady Lake Illegal Gambling Operation that Exploited Seniors is Shuttered

Illegal gambling operation in Lady Lake shuttered for exploiting seniors.

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Crime & Safety
2 days ago
Dunnellon Teen found healthy in Williston, Investigation is Ongoing

The Marion County Sheriff’s Office located missing and endangered juvenile Caden Speight.

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Local
3 days ago
Dunnellon American Legion Post Requests Special Use Permit that allows for Community Flea Market

An American Legion Post just north of the City of Dunnellon is requesting a special use permit, and will be heard by the Marion County Planning and Zoning Board Sept. 29. 2025.

Local
3 days ago
Ocala-based Ponies for Patriots and Pint Size Therapy Provides Stress Relief for Veterans

Ponies for Patriots and Pint Size Therapy are helping veterans and those who have gone through traumatic and untoward situations, relieve stress through interacting with horses.

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Crime & Safety
4 days ago
Fruitland Park Man Found Guilty of Sexual Battery on a Minor

TAVARES, FL (352today.com) – Jurors found Jerry Lynn Adams, 48, Fruitland Park, guilty of […]

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Crime & Safety
4 days ago
UPDATE: Missing and Endangered: Man Wanders Off from Treatment Center

A man suffering from mental illness wandered off from a treatment facility and is considered missing and endangered.

Crime & Safety
4 days ago
Update: Silver Alert: Elderly Woman Driving Toyota Yaris Reported Missing

Elderly woman driving a silver Toyota Yaris reported missing.

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Local
4 days ago
Ribbon Cutting for Reddick Park Sees Vision come to Fruition

A ribbon cutting was held by Marion County Parks and Recreation celebrating the opening of Reddick Park on Sept. 24, 2025.

Crime & Safety
4 days ago
UPDATE: Vehicle Collision in Ocala leads to Fatality

A vehicle collision on E. Silver Springs Blvd. near NE 25th Ave, resulted in a fatality Sept. 24, 2025.

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Local
5 days ago
Ribbon Cutting Held for Ocala’s Zone Health and Fitness on S. Pine Ave.

The Ocala Metro CEP held a ribbon cutting for the reopening and improvements of Zone Health and Fitness on S. Pine Ave, on Sept. 23, 2025.

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