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Ben Baugh

Ben Baugh was 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.

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Education
4 months ago
Marion County School Board Approves New Job Description for Drivers

The Marion County Public School Board approved the job description that should help improve the transportation challenges the school district is facing.

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Crime & Safety
4 months ago
Two Gainesville Police Officers Injured, Shooting Suspect Killed, Victim with Fatal Wound Found Nearby

A shooting suspect has been killed, and two Gainesville Police Department officers sustained non-life-threatening injuries as a result of the incident on Jan. 14.

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Crime & Safety
4 months ago
Ocala Marion County Transportation & Planning Recommends Adoption of State’s Target Zero for Cycling and Pedestrian Fatalities

The Ocala/Marion County TPO at their Technical Advisory Committee meeting Jan. 13, voted to recommend adopting the state target of zero for fatalities and serious injuries in 2026.

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Community
4 months ago
Is Swimming Coming Back to Silver Springs? A Marion County Commissioner Says It’s Time

It’s up to the State of Florida to make the return of swimming to Silver Springs a reality.

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Community
4 months ago
Marion County Proclaims Jan. 10 Capt. Steve Petty Day, Honoring the Veteran for His Service

The Marion County Board of County Commissioners proclaimed Jan. 10 Capt. Steve Petty Day for his service to the community and the nation.

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Education
4 months ago
Marion School Board Presented with FDLRS Update at Work Session

The Marion County Public School Board was provided with an update on the Florida Diagnostic Learning Resources System at their Jan. 8, 2026, meeting.

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Local
4 months ago
Ocala City Council Approves Location Permit and Zoning Change

The Ocala City Council was busy at their Jan. 6, 2026, meeting listening to several public hearings, and voting on two of them.

Local
4 months ago
Former Ocala City Councilwoman and Leader Mary Sue Rich Honored at City Council Meeting

The late former Ocala City Councilwoman Mary Sue Rich, known for her leadership and commitment to the community, was honored with a proclamation at the Ocala City Council meeting on Jan. 6, 2026.

Local
4 months ago
Ocala Swimming Icon to be Honored with Plaque on City’s Walk of Fame

Ocala swimming legend Newton A. Perry is being honored for contributions to sport, the film industry and U.S. military with a plaque on the city’s Walk of Fame.

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Local
4 months ago
Marion Commission Approves Special Use Permit to Allow Goats on Residential Property

The Marion County Board of County Commissioners narrowly approved a special use permit that will allow the applicant to have four goats on their property that is zoned single-family dwelling.

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