Glimpses of fall color are becoming more common around the state, a telltale sign that autumn has begun, and Ohio’s trees are about to begin their colorful transformation. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) will offer updates throughout October to help people plan their fall color viewing excursions. “The weather is settling in nicely […]
Local agencies offering new initiative dedicated to serving, educating area families
October 1, 2015 by
The Marion County Family and Children First Council is launching Family Matters, a free two-week program that focuses on topics that strengthen family bonds, open lines of communication and increase knowledge of local resources. The program, which starts on October 5, 2015 and goes through the week of October 12, 2015, will be held at […]
Free training offered to parents of children with mental illness
October 1, 2015 by
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Marion and Crawford Counties will offer its no-cost Basics education program beginning October 20, 2015. The 6-week course, taught by trained parents who have lived similar experiences with their own children, is geared toward parents and primary caregivers of children or adolescents experiencing mental illness. It will […]
21st season of Five Nights continues diverse lineup
October 1, 2015 by
Since its inception in 1995, Ohio State Marion’s Five Nights on Campus performing arts and entertainment series has hosted over 100 performances ranging from theatrical portrayals of historic American icons to Broadway musicals. The musical diversity of the series has included genres from folk, blues, jazz, and sacred music, to rock, country, swing, big band, […]
Ohioans dispose of 13.5 tons of pills during National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day
October 1, 2015 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) have thanked Ohio residents for properly disposing of 13.5 tons (27,192 pounds) of unneeded, unwanted, or expired prescription drugs during last Saturday’s National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day. Local residents disposed of over 384 pounds of medications during an event in Marion. You can […]
Two on Tap returns to Palace Theatre this weekend
September 30, 2015 by
Making their return to the historic Marion Palace Theatre stage on Sunday, October 4, 2015 at 3pm is the all-singing, all-dancing duo, “Two On Tap,” starring Broadway veterans, Melissa Giattino and Ron DeStefano. The pair first appeared at the Palace in 2013. At the conclusion of the show, Executive Director Bev Ford received numerous requests […]
Feedback sought to continue work at Marion’s Tallgrass Trail
September 30, 2015 by
The Marion County Park District will host a public feedback meeting on Saturday, October 3, 2015 from 9:30 a.m. to 2 pm at the nature center at the Marion Tallgrass Trail. While awaiting news of a Clean Ohio Trails Fund grant for construction in 2016, the park district intends to apply for another grant for […]
Ohioans urge to follow Open Burning regulations
September 30, 2015 by
Ohio EPA encourages residents to understand what and where they can legally burn materials outdoors. The Agency has received complaints about open burning in Logan County this summer. Burning yard waste and debris is more than a nuisance to neighbors. Smoke from these fires can carry chemicals and ash that can be inhaled deeply into […]
Return of Medication Disposal event called a success
September 29, 2015 by
The last medication collection day was held a year ago, but from the dozens of expressions of gratitude, Marion County citizens were happy that local officials brought it back again for 2015. Mother Nature helped by providing a blanket of sunshine as a combination of eight deputies and officers collected medication from the 226 cars […]
Less than a week left to register to vote in November General Election
September 29, 2015 by
Monday, October 5, 2015 is the voter registration deadline for the November 3, 2015 General Election. Anyone qualified may register to vote at the Marion County Board of Elections Office, 222 West Center Street, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with extended hours offered Monday, October 5th from 8:30 a.m. to 9 […]
