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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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Local
5 months ago
Marion County Approves Permit for Ocklawaha Business to Sell Beer and Wine

The Marion County Commission granted a special use permit with conditions to a business in Ocklawaha.

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Local
5 months ago
Wreaths Across America Honors the Fallen at Ocala/Marion County Veterans Memorial Park

Wreaths Across America made a stop in Ocala to remember those veterans who’ve made the ultimate sacrifice, those currently serving and their families, by placing wreaths by tablets representing each branch of the service at the Ocala/Marion County Veterans Memorial Park.

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Business
5 months ago
Annual Tourism Report Celebrates Ocala Region’s Rising Status as a Global Destination

Ocala and Marion County are expanding their global footprint through tourism as they are now a preferred destination for travelers.

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Sports
5 months ago
A Thoroughbred Racetrack in Marion County’s Future? It’s a Possibility

An initiative that would activate a dormant, nonprofit thoroughbred racing permit was revealed Dec. 9 at the Global Symposium on Racing, whose objective would be to build a racetrack and entertainment complex in Marion County.

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Education
5 months ago
Marion County School Board Unanimously Approves Purchase of Vehicles

Some much-needed vehicles are now part of the Marion County Public School fleet to make the school district more efficient.

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Community
5 months ago
Ocala Airport Master Plan Presentation Provides a Look into the Future

The area’s growth means change for Ocala International Airport’s needs and demands, and a Master Plan presentation gave citizens a long-term vision for the airport.

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Education
5 months ago
Marion County Schools to Update Order for Lake Weir High School Roof Replacement

A change order for the Lake Weir High School roof replacement saved the school district more than $41,000.

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Education
5 months ago
Marion County School Board to Have Further Discussion on Superintendent Job Search Dec. 18

The Marion County Public School is placing an emphasis on students’ outcomes, rather than a timeline, as part of their decision process for hiring their next superintendent.

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Community
5 months ago
Marion County Commissioners Receive Update on Southwest Wastewater Services at Workshop

A number of issues will need to be addressed for the existing wastewater treatment facility in the southwestern region of Marion County. As the county grows, the facility will need to be expanded to meet capacity.

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Local
5 months ago
Ocala City Council Approves Agreement with Developer for the Historic Hotel Marion

The Historic Hotel Marion renovation moves a step closer after unanimous approval from the CRA Agency Board and Ocala City Council regarding the redevelopment agreement between the city and the developer.

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