Losing a loved one is emotionally devastating and can also cause family financial duress if proper planning is overlooked. A recent national study revealed that one in three U.S. households would have difficulty paying living expenses if the primary wage earner died. As part of Lieutenant Governor Mary Taylor’s “Think Again” insurance initiative to help […]
Over 70 local youth to take Palace stage in “Tarzan” musical
September 2, 2016 by
The Marion Palace Theatre located in downtown Marion, Ohio is set to stage a full scale musical production of Disney’s “Tarzan” for three performances on Friday, October 7, 2016 at 7:30pm, Saturday, October 8 at 7:30pm and Sunday, October 9 at 2:00pm. In this adaptation of the Disney film, “Tarzan” tells the moving story of […]
Patrol warns motorists to not drive impaired this Labor Day Weekend
September 2, 2016 by
The Ohio State Highway Patrol is reminding drivers to not get behind the wheel impaired this Labor Day weekend. Troopers will be out in full force removing impaired drivers from Ohio’s roadways, and if you are driving impaired, you will be arrested. Do your part in keeping the roadway safe. Remember to designate a sober […]
Ohio Attorney General warns of paving scams
September 2, 2016 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today warned consumers to beware of driveway paving scams. Potential paving scams have been reported in different parts of the state in the last few days. A typical paving scam begins when a contractor comes to a consumer’s door and offers to pave the driveway right away. The contractor often […]
Marion County to participate in statewide skimmer sweep
September 1, 2016 by
Auditor Joan M. Kasotis is joining 60 other county auditors from across the state to launch a “Skimmer Sweep” over the Labor Day Weekend. The goal is to protect holiday travelers from illegal credit card skimmers. More than 80 weights and measures inspectors are expected to visit more than 1,500 gas stations at targeted locations, […]
WBC kickoff to feature The 3 Dimensions of Personal Power
September 1, 2016 by
The Marion Women’s Business Council has announced their kickoff luncheon meeting for the 2016-2017 year will be on Monday, September 12, 2016 at 11:30 a.m. Those attending will be challenged to recognize The 3 Dimensions of Personal Power! by speakers Erin Hardesty & Michael Blass. Hardesty & Blass will lead attendees on a discovery of […]
Secretary of State contacting eligible residents urging them to register to vote
September 1, 2016 by
Ohio Secretary of State Jon Husted has announced his office will begin contacting more than 1.6 million Ohioans this Friday who are eligible to vote but not yet registered to encourage them to become active and engaged voters. Those contacted will be encouraged to visit MyOhioVote.com/Register.html to get started by downloading a voter registration form […]
Ohio Supreme Court rules Good Samaritan Law applies to everyone
August 31, 2016 by
The Ohio Supreme Court ruled Tuesday that the state’s Good Samaritan law applies to everyone who provides emergency assistance, not just emergency personnel. The law shields people who provide emergency treatment or care to another from civil liability provides immunity from their actions unless their actions constitute willful or wanton misconduct. In a 4-3 ruling, […]
Sheriff’s Office hosting retirement party for K9 Sig
August 31, 2016 by
Marion County Sheriff Tim Bailey is inviting the community to celebrate the retirement of K9 Sig, a 10 year old German Shepherd. Sig started his years of service with this office on November 9, 2007 at the age of two. Sig was assigned to his partner Deputy DJ Barron where they patrolled the roads of […]
Free trap shooting class to beginners the basics
August 29, 2016 by
The Meeker Sportsman Club is offering a Beginner’s Trap Shooting Class on September 4, 2016. The class is free and everything needed to shoot is provided. No experience necessary. Preregistration is highly suggested, classes are limited to 20 participants. Walk-ins will only be accepted if spaces are available. Suggested minimum age is 12 years. Minors […]
