Making business connections will be the name of the game for the Marion Women’s Business Council’s October program on Monday, October 12, 2015. It will be a Progressive Lunch/Networking Event to give members the opportunity to share their professional information and build business relationships in a fun and friendly atmosphere. Those attending will be networked […]
Free program to focus on why addicts struggle to quit
September 29, 2015 by
The Crawford-Marion ADAMH Board and the STAND Coalition (formerly the Marion County Opiate Task Force) have invited Dr. Brad Landers, clinical director of addiction psychiatry at Ohio State University’s Wexner Medical Center, to present a second community forum on addiction and treatment. The program is set for Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at Tri Rivers Career […]
Turning Point to host annual Picnic on the Porch this Friday
September 28, 2015 by
In recognition of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Turning Point will be holding their annual Picnic on the Porch on October 2, 2015 from 11:00am to 1:00pm. They are also celebrating 35 years of protecting victims of domestic violence. The Picnic on the Porch is open to anyone who would like to stop by for […]
Ohioans can anticipate seeing the best colors of Fall this October
September 28, 2015 by
As the days grow shorter and the nights a little cooler, signs of autumn will begin to emerge. Ohio’s forest canopies will soon begin their color transformation to strong reds, vivid yellows and bold oranges that encourage people to visit the Buckeye State to catch that first glimpse of color. The Ohio Department of Natural […]
Ohio Auditor says Planned Parenthood passed check of federal dollars usage
September 28, 2015 by
Amid the politically charged debate over whether public funding for Planned Parenthood should be cut off, state Auditor Dave Yost ran a check on the non-profit organization’s use of public money on abortions. Over the last two months, at Yost’s request, employees in the Ohio Department of Medicaid have gathered data on the services Planned […]
STAND Coalition urges Marion residents to become FRONT LINE Homes
September 25, 2015 by
You may have asked yourself, “What can I do to help prevent drug and alcohol abuse?” The answer is, according to the STAND Coalition, is a lot. For starters, you can have conversations with the young people in your life about alcohol and drugs. Not just one conversation but an ongoing dialogue as they grow. […]
Portion of State Route 203 to close for railroad crossing repairs
September 25, 2015 by
Starting Monday, September 28, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) reports that CSX railroad will close State Route 203 at State Route 95 from 9 a.m. Monday to 5 a.m. Thursday for railroad crossing work. The project is expected to be completed on Thursday, October 1 at 5 a.m. The posted detour is State Route […]
2015 Fall Hydrant Flushing – Week 4 Schedule
September 25, 2015 by
Aqua Ohio’s Marion Division will conduct water main flushing in the Marion County service area Monday, September 28 through Friday, October 2 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, […]
Weekend film at the Palace Theatre includes Marion native
September 24, 2015 by
The Marion Palace Theatre will present the romantic-comedy film, “Before We Go,” starring Chris Evans (Captain America) and Alice Eve. The movie also features River Valley alumna and Harding High School graduate, Emma Fitzpatrick in a supporting role. In addition to starring in the movie, “Before We Go” marks the directorial debut by Evans. The […]
Ohio announces nearly 40 percent reduction in length of student testing
September 24, 2015 by
The Ohio Department of Education just released the length of time each state test should take this school year, showing math and English testing times cut by about 40 percent for almost every grade. The length of social studies and science tests will not change from last year. Math exams will be limited to 2 […]
