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

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Crime & Safety
4 weeks ago
Morriston Man Charged with Multiple Felonies Including Sexual Assault on Minor Less than 12 Years Old

A Morriston Man was charged with multiple felonies including sexual battery on a minor 12 years of age or younger.

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Community
4 weeks ago
The Spirit of Altruism, Give4Marion Provides a Window of Opportunity to Help Nonprofits in the Community

It’s an opportunity to show your support for the community by donating to the nonprofits of your choice as Give4Marion’s Day of Giving begins Sept. 16 at 10 a.m.

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Community
4 weeks ago
Marion County Road Project Overcoming Hurdles and Moving Forward

The SW 49th Ave. Project sits on top of the Marion County Board of County Commissioners infrastructure priority list.

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Crime & Safety
4 weeks ago
Ocala Woman Arrested on Child Neglect Charges after a Fire in an Adjacent Apartment

An Ocala woman has been charged with counts of child neglect after giving her children special sauce, so she could go out.

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Crime & Safety
4 weeks ago
Michigan-Based Church with Ocala Mansion Charged with Human Trafficking, Money Laundering and Forced Labor Violations

A Michigan-based church who owns property in Ocala, leadership has been indicted on Federal charges.

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Local
4 weeks ago
Ocala Community Activist Johnson Recognized for His Contributions as a Manager

Larry Johnson, a community activist, was recently recognized for 15 years of service as a manager.

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Community
4 weeks ago
Longtime Belleview Church Breaks Ground on New Sanctuary

Souls Harbor First Pentecostal Church broke ground on their new sanctuary on Aug. 31, 2025.

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Local
1 month ago
Ocala Artist Seth Benzel’s One-Man Show to Open at Appleton Museum of Art on Aug. 30

Ocala-based artist Seth Benzel one-man show is set to open Aug. 30 at the Appleton Museum of Art. Deconstructing Self will be on display until Jan. 4, 2026.

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Local
1 month ago
City of Ocala Celebrates Groundbreaking on Skate Park Expansion

The City of Ocala and the Ocala Metro Chamber and Economic Partnership celebrated the expansion of the city’s skate park with a groundbreaking ceremony.

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Local
1 month ago
Marion County Planning and Zoning Recommends Approval for 151-Single-Family Dwelling Development

The Marion County Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of a 151 single-family dwelling development at their meeting Aug. 25, 2025.

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