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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.

To the left a pot of flowers next to a standard, with a gray horse and rider in a light blue blazer jumping a vertical, with tents and live oak trees with Spanish moss hanging from them in the background.
Equine
2 months ago
Williston’s Aaron Vale and Gray’s Inn Win the $200,000 Live Oak International Grand Prix

Williston-based Aaron Vale and Gray’s Inn won the CSI4* Live Oak International Grand Prix.

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Equine
2 months ago
Decoupling Bill that Could Devastate Marion Thoroughbred Industries Stalls in Senate

A bill that had passed in the Florida State House of Representatives that would allow Florida thoroughbred tracks to cease racing while keeping their other gambling facilities in operation failed to get a hearing in the senate before the Florida Legislature’s regular session came to a close.

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Community
2 months ago
U.S. Navy Veteran Kennedy Among those to Be Inducted into Marion County Veterans Hall of Fame

U.S. Navy Veteran Donald S. Kennedy is one of the 12 members of the Marion County Veterans Hall of Fame inaugural class. A 20-year U.S. Navy veteran, he continues his service as the Captain of the Marion County Memorial Honor Guard.

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Local
2 months ago
Marion County JROTC Programs Enjoy Field Day at Ocala-Marion County Veterans Memorial Park

Marion County JROTC programs participated in Operation Appreciation at the Ocala-Marion County Veterans Memorial Park.

In the foreground people sitting in chairs, while moving toward the background, there are tables with multiple people sitting in front of them, and behind them there is a dais with people sitting behind that and a huge monitor, behind the people. Toward the right there's another table toward the wall, and in front of that a man is in front of a podium with a microphone.
Local
2 months ago
Questions Remain as Dunnellon City Council Holds Public Hearing on Railroad Tie Fire

Dunnellon City Council held a public hearing with much of the discussion centering around what should be done concerning the Feb. 1, 2026, railroad tie fire, and if it was possible to join Marion County’s injunction.

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Sports
2 months ago
Ocala’s Live Oak International Celebrates 35 Years of International Equestrian Sport Success

Ocala’s Live Oak International has evolved from its nascent stages into an internationally renowned equestrian sports event, attracting many of the most prominent names in combined driving and show jumping to the area.

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Education
2 months ago
Marion County Schools Hears Community Input on Northend Elementary Rezoning

A Marion County Public School community meeting was held March 9, 2026, at Sparr Elementary to gather input from the community regarding rezoning.

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Education
2 months ago
Marion County Public School Board Work Session Focuses on Discussions, Details and Decisions

Last Thursday’s Marion County Public School Board work session addressed some of the questions regarding elementary schools on the county’s Northend, but more input is needed.

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Education
2 months ago
The Marion County Public School Board Receives an Athletic Update During their Work Session

Marion County Public Schools Athletic Director Donnie Tucker gave an update on athletic projects at the March 6, 2026, MCPS workshop session.

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Community
2 months ago
Dinner to Commemorate Inaugural Inductee Class for Marion County Veterans Hall of Fame Set for March 19

The Marion County Veterans Hall of Fame has become a reality, and will induct its first 12 members on March 19, 2026, at a dinner and ceremony at the Southeastern Livestock Pavilion.

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