At-risk families in central Ohio can now get the legal help they need. Attorneys and other staff members from the Family and Youth Law Center at Capital University Law School (FYLaw) started providing legal representation and resources to eligible families on June 1, 2016. The Family and Youth Advocacy Center (FYAC), part of FYLaw, assists […]
PUCO offers tips to prepare for a power outage
June 3, 2016 by
With summer approaching, the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) is reminding consumers of important outage preparation information. While the electric distribution system in Ohio is typically safe and reliable, weather conditions such as thunderstorms, high winds or snow storms can cause service interruptions. The PUCO offers these tips for being prepared in the event […]
Deadline nears to file for Homestead Exemption
June 2, 2016 by
Marion County Auditor, Joan Kasotis, is reminding Marion County taxpayers that the deadline for applying for both real estate and manufactured home tax savings through the Homestead Exemption Program is Monday, June 6, 2016. This program provides a tax relief to homeowners who are either 65 years of age and older or permanently disabled. Applicants […]
Public invited to see new combined dispatch center
June 2, 2016 by
Marion County Sheriff Tim Bailey is inviting the community to at open house at the new Marion County Central Dispatch Center on June 5th, 2016. The open house will be at 222 W. Center Street from 1pm to 4pm. Tours will be given of the consolidated 911 center during these times.
Marion County Park District June 2016 events
June 1, 2016 by
The Marion County Park District has scheduled multiple free programs in June. Unless otherwise noted, programs are at the Tallgrass Trail Nature Center, at 2093 Holland Road W., Marion. June 1 10 to 11 am: 17th Birthday Party for Cicadas. June 2 1 to 5 pm: Make leaf prints in the Tallgrass Trail Nature Center. […]
New twist to IRS scam costing Ohioans thousands
June 1, 2016 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine is warning consumers to beware of callers who claim to represent the IRS and ask for payment via iTunes gift cards, after 10 Ohioans recently reported losing between $1,000 and $11,500 to the ploy. Hundreds of other Ohioans have reported receiving scam calls that falsely suggest they are in trouble […]
Patrol reports 11 deaths over 2016 Memorial weekend
June 1, 2016 by
The Ohio State Highway Patrol is reporting 11 deaths on Ohio roadways over the 2016 Memorial Day weekend. This is a decrease compared to recent years, as 16 fatalities occurred in 2015 and 13 occurred in 2014. Four of this year’s fatalities were motorcyclists, and two were pedestrians. The Patrol made 36,941 enforcement contacts in […]
Registration is open for “Set The Stage” summer camps at the Marion Palace Theatre
May 31, 2016 by
Registration is now open for “Set the Stage” Theatre Camps at the historic Marion Palace Theatre located in downtown Marion, Ohio. These week-long summer day camps offer youth ages 6 through 15 the opportunity to become involved in the arts. Registration deadline is one week before camp begins. Spaces fill quickly, so those interested are […]
Marion Police arrest three for violent home invasion
May 31, 2016 by
The Marion Police Department reports that on May 24, 2016, a resident in the 900 block of Merkle Avenue was the victim of a home invasion. The male senior citizen was assaulted and suffered numerous injuries, including a skull fracture. There was also a theft from the home as well during this incident. On May […]
Attorney General warns Ohioans to be aware of summer scams
May 31, 2016 by
Ohio Attorney Mike DeWine warned consumers of common summer scams to avoid this Memorial Day weekend and during the upcoming summer months. “Con artists often rely on fear and surprise,” Attorney General DeWine said. “They try to get you to do something you normally wouldn’t do. If someone catches you off guard and asks for […]
