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@352today.com

Local
1 year ago
Stay safe during Hurricane Milton: Critical alerts, emergency info, and resources county-by-county

Sign up for the Alert system in your county to receive critical information during Hurricane Milton.

Local
1 year ago
Pilot Flying J Travel Centers stay open as Hurricane Milton approaches

As Hurricane Milton nears, Pilot Flying J locations in Gainesville and Ocala will remain open to provide fuel, meals, and essentials to travelers, ensuring they can stay prepared during the storm.

Features
1 year ago
Belleview’s Denee Varnum Richardson: A lifelong journey of faith and music

Denee Varnum Richardson, music director at Souls Harbor Church in Belleview, FL, has been shaped by a family legacy of musical talent, recording since age 11, and performing globally to spread the gospel.

Education
1 year ago
Marion County proclaims National 4-H Week, celebrating over 100 years of youth leadership and development

The Marion County Board of Commissioners recognized the Marion County 4-H program during National 4-H Week for empowering youth with critical life skills and fostering future leaders.

Equine
1 year ago
Horse Farms Forever’s 2024 Conservation Summit to highlight springs’ vital role in Marion County

The 2024 Conservation Summit by Horse Farms Forever will spotlight the importance of Marion County’s springs and farmland preservation, featuring naturalist Mark Emery and artist Margaret Ross Tolbert.

Local
1 year ago
Marion County Commission Chair Michelle Stone appointed to state board of directors

Stone will assist in managing the implementation and participate in creating new programs to enhance the institute’s educational curriculum.

Community
1 year ago
Honoring heroes: New statues coming to Ocala’s veterans park

The Family Monument, made possible by Cone Distributing, will be unveiled Oct. 26

Community
1 year ago
Belleview, books, and banking on fun for Storytime with the Mayor 2025

You can enjoy a light meal in the late afternoon as Mayor Christine Dobkowski entertains everyone by reading a children’s book.

Community
1 year ago
Ocala and Marion County honored for fourth year in a row: Unified Drug Enforcement Strike Team gets recognition

The program is an initiative of the North Florida High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area and is federally funded

Equine
1 year ago
Williston’s Vale to compete for the U.S. in Longines League of Nations™ Final in Barcelona

Vale will be riding the 11-year-old Holsteiner gelding Carissimo 25 on Oct. 6 at the Real Club de Polo in Barcelona

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