The public is invited to the Adam Neidhart Memorial Tailgate on Friday, September 18, 2015 from 5:00 to 6:30 pm in the Pleasant High School parking lot. Tailgate meals for $8 include pulled pork sandwich, two sides, dessert and water. Kids meals for $3 include hotdog, chips, dessert and water. Proceeds will benefit the Pleasant […]
Parents urged to review insurance coverage for college students
September 16, 2015 by
Lieutenant Governor Mary Taylor urges parents of college students to review their insurance policies to make sure students have adequate insurance protection. “It’s important for parents to talk with their insurance agent about options available for college-aged children,” said Taylor, also director of the Ohio Department of Insurance. “Parents should review their healthcare coverage, auto […]
LWV meeting to explore removing community transportation barriers
September 15, 2015 by
As part of League of Women Voters (LWV) Marion’s Voter Service and Advocacy Agenda for 2015-16, the League’s first monthly meeting will feature Marion’s community transportation services, including both met and unmet needs for residents of Marion County. The meeting, open to the public, will be held Thursday, September 17, 2015 at 6:00 p.m.. at […]
PARCC results show just over one-third of Ohio students met standards
September 15, 2015 by
A little more than one third of Ohio students met the higher academic standards on the new Common Core tests this year, early results from the PARCC testing coalition show. Data shared with the state school board moments ago shows that between 35 and 40 percent of kids in most elementary and middle school grades […]
Morrow County Hospital hosting pancake breakfast to support levy campaign
September 15, 2015 by
The Morrow County Hospital Levy RENEWAL Committee is sponsoring a Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, September 19, from 6 to 11 a.m., in the hospital’s cafeteria (with additional seating outdoors, weather permitting). The hospital is located at 651 West Marion Road in Mt. Gilead, and entrance for the breakfast will be in the back of the […]
Cast announced for local production of “Disney’s Aladdin, Jr.”
September 14, 2015 by
Audience members are promised a show filled with magic, mayhem and flying carpet rides when the Palace Cultural Arts Association and show sponsor Jim and Barb Greetham present the junior production of “Disney’s Aladdin, Jr.” for three performances on the Palace Theatre main stage. Show dates are Friday, October 9. 2015 and Saturday, October 10 […]
Popcorn Festival announces 2015 parade, art winners
September 14, 2015 by
The Marion Popcorn Festival has announced winners of the 2015 parade and fine arts show. 2015 parade winners included: Civic: 1) MCI (Marion Correctional Institute) 2) NCCC (North Central Correctional Complex) Commercial: 1) River Rock Rehabilitation 2) Lowe’s Industrial: 1) Silverline 2) Whirlpool Youth Professionally Trained: 1) Diverse Moves Dance 2) Studio X Marching Units […]
PUCO highlights 2015 Lifeline Awareness Week
September 14, 2015 by
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) is participating in National Lifeline Awareness Week, Sept. 14–20, 2015, reminding low-income telephone consumers that assistance is available to stay connected to local resources and emergency services. The PUCO, Federal Communications Commission, National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners and the National Association of State Utility Consumer Advocates are […]
JOG graduates earn diplomas and a second chance
September 11, 2015 by
The 14th Jobs for Ohio Graduates (JOG) Ceremonies were held at the First Church of the Nazarene August 11, 2015. During the evening, 48 students entered the room in cap and gown ready for the next chapter of their lives. Alumnus Dan Douglas, Class of 2014 GOAL Digital Academy and JOG, spoke to the graduates […]
Officials: Recent truancy blitz stresses importance of education
September 11, 2015 by
The Marion City Police Department partnered with the Marion County Juvenile Court and Marion City Schools Tuesday to conduct a blitz on truancy in the city. The blitz focused on visiting the homes of frequently absent students and educating them and parents or guardians about the need – and legal requirement – for them to […]
