Ohio’s prisons agency said Monday it won’t resume executions until 2017 because of continuing troubles finding lethal-injection drugs. The year-long delay marks the latest setback for state officials, who have already postponed executions for almost two years as European pharmaceutical companies have stopped lethal-injection drug sales on moral and legal grounds. The first inmate set […]
Patrol prepared for National School Bus Safety Week
October 19, 2015 by
The Ohio State Highway Patrol is participating in National School Bus Safety week, which runs October 19 through October 23, 2015. This year’s theme, “Be smart. Be seen. I wait in a safe place!” reminds us that children aren’t just at risk when boarding or exiting a bus; they must also stand in a safe, […]
“Person of Interest” sought in weekend stabbing at Marion home
October 19, 2015 by
UPDATE: The Marion Police Department has reported that Risner was arrested on October 21, 2015. Click here for details. The Marion Police Department is investigating a stabbing that happened in the 300 block of Bellefontaine Avenue at around 11:00am Saturday, October 17, 2015. Investigators report that a 28-year-old Marion woman was stabbed in the neck […]
2015 Fall Hydrant Flushing – Week 7 schedule
October 19, 2015 by
Aqua Ohio’s Marion Division will conduct water main flushing in the Marion County service area Monday, October 19 through Friday, October 23 between 8:00 am and 4:30 pm. “Flushing is an important part of our system’s regular maintenance program. It ensures hydrants and valves are working properly and helps prevent sediment buildup,” said Don Scott, […]
Officials offer tips during National Teen Driving Safety Week
October 19, 2015 by
National Teen Driving Safety Week is October 18-24, and state of Ohio officials are reminding parents to talk to their teen drivers about the rules of the roads. Lieutenant Governor Mary Taylor and John Born, Director of the Ohio Department of Public Safety, which includes the Ohio State Highway Patrol, said the National Highway Traffic […]
Marion judge awarded for work with community corrections
October 16, 2015 by
Marion County Common Pleas Judge Jim Slagle recently received statewide recognition for his work supporting community corrections. Slagle was awarded the C.J. McLin Award by the Ohio Justice Alliance for Community Corrections (OJACC), at its annual conference held in Columbus. The award is given annually to an elected official in Ohio who has worked towards […]
Travis Tritt concert nearing sell-out at Marion Palace Theatre
October 16, 2015 by
The Palace Cultural Arts Association and The Vincent Group/Merrill Lynch proudly present Travis Tritt in concert at the historic Marion Palace Theatre on Friday, November 6, 2015 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are selling quickly and patrons are encouraged to order tickets as soon as possible. As of the time of this posting, less than 250 […]
Peak Fall colors starting to spread across northern Ohio
October 16, 2015 by
The weather and fall’s expanding palettes of color help make this the perfect time of year for hikers to get out and enjoy the colorful landscapes in Ohio’s state parks, forests and nature preserves. Peak conditions are expected across northern Ohio stretching down into the central portion of the state this coming weekend, according to […]
Marion library asks for patience as their interior updating project continues
October 15, 2015 by
The Marion Public Library is getting a makeover, and early childhood literacy is a big part of the focus. Plans to utilize the Library’s physical space in a new way are being put into motion, and the result will be a Library that can better accommodate its many diverse users. Gone are the days of […]
Music Club to present ¡Rogues and Rascals! this Sunday
October 15, 2015 by
Motivated by the mischievous spirit of Halloween, Marion Lecture Recital Music Club (MLRMC) will present an assortment of musical ¡Rogues and Rascals! Sunday, October 18, 3:00 p.m., Central Christian Church, 421 Mt. Vernon Ave. The program is open to the public free of charge, with donations gratefully accepted for the club’s college and music camp […]
