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

Equine
1 year ago
School days in Marion County: Reading, Riding and Horses

The goal of the Black Stallion Reading Project is expose students to horses and open their eyes to possible equine-related careers. The program is a partnership between the Ocala Horse Alliance and Marion County Public Schools.

Local
1 year ago
Florida’s farm community rallies around “El Ocala Ocho”

The agricultural community has bonded to support victims and each other in the wake of the deaths of eight farm workers in a bus crash on the way to harvest watermelon on Tuesday.

Equine
1 year ago
Summerfield horse trainer Kenny McPeek reflects on completing his own Triple Crown

Marion County trainer Kenny McPeek looks to add a second Preakness Stakes victory on Saturday with Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan.

Community
1 year ago
Financial state of Marion County is described as healthy and strong

Marion County leaders presented the State of the County address during the Ocala Metro Chamber and Economic Partnership monthly meeting.

Local
1 year ago
Chaplains called in to comfort bus crash victims

Chaplains play a critical role in the hospital community, providing support and prayer in traumatic times. They say their presence is an essential part of the healing process.

Community
1 year ago
Some Sumter County commuters will be traveling down a different route starting this week

Commuters in Sumter County will have to adjust to a new traffic pattern for County Road 470.

Community
1 year ago
Mega adoption event will provide more than 300 dogs a second chance

Adoptable dogs will be available at no cost during the three-day Mega Dog Adoption event being held May 17-19 in Plant City.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Why the suspected Paddock Mall shooter won’t go to trial anytime soon

The public defender for Albert Shell Jr. says he’s never represented a client facing the death penalty and needs more time to build a defense team.

Community
1 year ago
Costco, big box warehouse club, coming to The Villages

A Sumter County Commissioner confirmed Costco will be built on County Road 466 near Hobby Lobby with a projected opening date in 2025.

Equine
1 year ago
Ocala-based horsewoman receives grant that helps her path toward the Olympics

24-year-old Mia Farley has received the prestigious Jacqueline B. Mars Spring National Competition and Training Grant.