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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@352today.com

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Community
20 hours ago
Liberty Lives Here as Marion County Day 2026 Kicks Off the America 250 Celebration

Marion County Day 2026 was the kickoff celebration for America 250 Liberty Lives Here at the Mcpherson Governmental Campus.

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Education
3 days ago
Marion County School Board Gathers Information at Northside Meeting

Marion County Public Schools held a community meeting in the Northend March 25, 2026, to discuss rezoning and consolidation, gather input and answer questions.

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Education
5 days ago
Marion County School Board Passes Amended Central Office Staffing Plan for New Fiscal Year

The Marion County Public School Board unanimously approved an amended proposed central office staffing plan for fiscal year 2026-2027.

Community
6 days ago
Summer Event Funding to be Discussed at Marion County Tourism Development Council Meeting

The Marion County Development Council will discuss funding for several events including Rock The Country.

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Spring Guide
7 days ago
352 Residents Can Get Food Fresh from the Farm with Plenty of U-Pick Options

Springtime means fresh produce and flowers, and the area has a number of u-pick farms that offer a wide variety of options that will make your dining table and home far more palatable.

Visitors stop by the Save Our Rural Areas booth during the Marion County Farmland Preservation Festival at Stirrups and Strides on April 12.
Spring Guide
7 days ago
Citra’s Farmland Preservation Festival Emphasizes the Importance of Rural Areas in Marion County

The Farmland Preservation Festival, a Marion County spring staple, offers something for everyone.

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Equine
7 days ago
Germany Rallies to Win Longines League of Nations Ocala at WEC Ocala

Germany’s flawless second round in the Longines League of Nations Ocala at the World Equestrian Center, propelled them to victory.

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Community
1 week ago
Marion County Veterans Hall of Fame Inducts Members of Its Inaugural Class

A ceremony featuring video presentations on both living and posthumous inductees, a dinner and featured speakers, highlighted the inaugural class of the Marion County Veterans Hall of Fame at the Southeastern Livestock Pavilion on March 19, 2026.

Sports
2 weeks ago
The World’s Best Come to WEC for the FEI League of Nations Ocala as U.S. Seeks to Repeat

The second leg of the FEI League of Nations Ocala, returns to the World Equestrian Center on March 21, 2026, featuring the world’s best in show jumping.

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Community
2 weeks ago
Marion County Commission Paves Way for Sports Complex and Concerts at WEC

The Marion County Board of County Commissioners approved several agenda items that would allow for the World Equestrian Center to have a sports complex and host concerts.

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