The Marion Palace Theatre will show the newly released adventure film, Disney’s The BFG directed by Steven Spielberg on July 22 through July 24. The talents of three of the world’s greatest storytellers – Roald Dahl, Walt Disney and Steven Spielberg – finally unite to bring Dahl’s beloved classic tale to life. The BFG tells […]
As temperatures hit 90’s this week, Ohioans urged to take precautions against the heat
July 21, 2016 by
Forecasted high temperatures and high humidity across Ohio this week could deliver a potentially dangerous heat wave across the state. Thus the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is urging residents, especially the very young, individuals with chronic medical conditions and the elderly, to use extra care in avoiding heat-related stress. “This type of heat can […]
Marion Community Foundation announces three new board members
July 20, 2016 by
Marion Community Foundation has named three new members to its Board of Directors and selected officers for the 2016-17 fiscal year. New board members include Daryl Gates, Luke Henry, and Chuck Speelman. Gates is President and CEO of the Caledonia-based agri-business operation Morral Companies, LLC. He is engaged in manufacturing and sales of plant nutrients, […]
Park bench dedicated to NAMI Marion, Crawford Counties’ founder
July 19, 2016 by
Passers by the city parking lot at Prospect and Center Streets in Marion may notice a new addition—a park bench underneath the tree in the ADAMH Board memorial garden. The bench was placed by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Marion and Crawford Counties in remembrance of their founder, Bernie Schell. Schell was […]
PUCO encourages safe summer driving practices
July 19, 2016 by
During the summer season, Ohio’s highways are heavily relied upon by travelers visiting family and friends. Ohio ranks fifth in the most highly traveled states in the country. As an increasing number of motorists share the road with commercial motor vehicles (CMVs), the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) offers these safe driving tips to […]
Gooding Road, Prospect residents under Boil Advisory
July 19, 2016 by
UPDATE: The boil water advisory issued by Aqua Ohio for its customers in the Marion service area along Gooding Road and in the Village of Prospect has been lifted effective 9:40pm July 18, 2016. Samples tested over the last 24 hours have confirmed that the water in the system meets all regulatory drinking water standards […]
Deadlines near for “Set The Stage” theater camps
July 18, 2016 by
2016 “Set the Stage” Theatre Camps at the historic Marion Palace Theatre located in downtown Marion offer youth ages 6 through 15 the opportunity to become involved in the arts. Students may choose between camp dates July 25-July 29 and August 1-August 5. The registration deadline for the first camp is Monday, July 18. The […]
Marion Library to host Withrow, local collectors asked to show-and-tell
July 15, 2016 by
Marion Public Library July Summer History series continues with a presentation from a well-known Marion resident. Mary Ellen Withrow and More, starts at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 20, 2016 at the Marion Public Library. Mary Ellen will share some great stories and a few of her most treasured pieces collected while holding national, state […]
PUCO offers answers about budget billing for utilities
July 15, 2016 by
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) would like to remind consumers that in addition to energy conservation and energy choice, budget billing is another way to manage your utility bills. How does budget billing work? Budget billing is a program offered by Ohio’s regulated electric and natural gas distribution companies that spreads out the […]
Marion Police Chief heading to White House
July 14, 2016 by
Marion Police Chief Bill Collins was recently invited by the Office Of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) through the Bureau of White House Affairs to participate in a White House 21st Century Policing Briefing to be held in the White House East Wing on July 22, 2016. “It is an honor anytime a citizen is […]
