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
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.

Sports
1 year ago
Ocala’s World Equestrian Center offering youth soccer summer camps (and that’s just the beginning)

The World Equestrian Center announced the launch of Sports at WEC and plans to offer a variety of sports training programs in the future.

Equine
1 year ago
“This is the way that God made this horse.” Ocala racehorse owners overlooked imperfections to see Derby contender’s potential

From imperfections to illness and incidents, Ocala thoroughbred Catalytic has overcome it all with courage and character.

Community
1 year ago
Experience the Kentucky Derby at Ocala’s World Equestrian Center

The World Equestrian Center offers two ways to celebrate the Kentucky Derby on Saturday and is playing host to another type of horsepower with the Festivals of Speed Derby Edition.

Equine
1 year ago
Ocala area well represented in Saturday’s Kentucky Derby

Marion and Levy Counties play a large role in the horses composing the field for the 150th running of the Kentucky Derby on Saturday.

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