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

Community
1 year ago
Mural unveiled at Marion County Boys & Girls Club recognizes Ocala businessman for his generosity

The Boys & Girls Club of Marion County showed its appreciation to Frank DeLuca of DeLuca Toyota for his years of philanthropy.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Ocala man arrested on charges of secretly recording video of young girls at Walmart

Ocala police say 32-year-old Joshua Gaines had hundreds of images of pornography of children as young as 6-years-old.

Local
1 year ago
Planning for growth in Ocala and the city’s financial future

Ocala has hired an urban consultant who will present a plan focusing on the city’s growth potential and economic viability.

Image shows a patriotic background with the Levy County Election Supervisor's logo and the words "Vote Recount."
Elections
1 year ago
Too close for comfort: Levy County and Williston election results subject to recount

A recount will be conducted for Williston City Council Seat Group C and Levy County Commission District 5 on Saturday.

Booking photo of 30-year-old Brandon Capozzi.
Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Inglis man suspected of murder arrested in McDonald’s parking lot in Williston

The Levy County Sheriff’s Office has arrested 30-year-old Brandon Capozzi.

Exterior of the community center in Reddick which is the polling place for the upcoming primary election on Tuesday, Aug. 20.
Elections
1 year ago
Voters say Vetters are better in Reddick, Youmans returns to town council

John and Patricia Vetter are joined by Shirley Youmans on the Town of Reddick council.

Elections
1 year ago
Incumbents hold onto seats in Marion County

No changes in who holds the titles of sheriff, county commission district 1, and school board. The district 3 county commissioner will face an opponent in November.

Local
1 year ago
Raising funds and hope for Marion County Fire Rescue employee battling cancer

A country music concert at Orange Blossom Opry over the weekend raised money for Angela Knight, a 25-year veteran of Marion County Fire Rescue. She was recently diagnosed of Stage 4 bone cancer.

Education
1 year ago
New “Thank a Teacher” program spotlights special educators and awards them $250

HCA Florida Ocala Hospital and HCA Florida West Marion Hospital have partnered with the Public Education Foundation of Marion County to recognize teachers.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Eustis woman indicted on murder charge in Lake County deadly deputy ambush case

The State Attorney’s Office now has 45 days to decide whether to seek the death penalty against 48-year-old Julie Ann Sulpizio.

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