The Marion Technical College (MTC) Board of Trustees recently celebrated the service of retiring president Dr. J. Richard Bryson with a special honor. The main administration building, formerly known as the Technical Education Center, will be renamed the J. Richard Bryson Technical Center. “Dr. J. Richard Bryson demonstrated extraordinary dedication and leadership over 43 years,” […]
Local authors holding book signing at Marion Public Library
June 24, 2015 by
Mitchell Libster, a local attorney, along with Michelle Wood, Marion County Adult Probation Officer and Phil DeVol, author from Marengo, Ohio have recently published two books on reentry: Getting Ahead while Getting Out-A prisoner reentry model to reduce recidivism through learning, building resources, accountability, and collaboration and a User Guide for Getting Ahead while Getting […]
Ohio boaters, swimmers, paddlers and anglers urged to avoid high water
June 24, 2015 by
Ohio has experienced steady rains and rising waters in the past week. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) urges Ohioans and visitors to avoid high, fast-moving water in rivers and streams. “With the increased amount of rain, extra precautions are essential to ensure that the strength, depth and speed of a river does not […]
Senior Center holding annual Indoor Yard Sale
June 23, 2015 by
The Marion Senior Center will be hosting their annual Indoor Yard Sale on Friday, June 26, 2015. The event will be held from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm and is open to the public. Tables for vendors are available in advance at a rate of $5 for Center members, $10 for non-members. An a la […]
Council on Aging hosting forum on living wills and power of attorney
June 23, 2015 by
Perhaps you have recently updated your will and prepaid all your funeral expenses. Have you considered that you should also have a Living Will Declaration and a Health Care Power of Attorney? Are you confused about exactly what these documents are and why they may be needed? On Thursday, June 25, 2015, the Marion County […]
Stormy weather expected for Lightning Safety Awareness Week
June 23, 2015 by
In an annual coordinated effort with the National Weather Service, the Ohio Committee for Severe Weather Awareness is promoting June 21-27, 2015 as Lightning Safety Awareness Week and encourages all Ohioans to know what to do before, during and after thunderstorms, and to practice severe weather safety and preparedness throughout the summer. According to the […]
Marion Public Health closing early Wednesday for training
June 23, 2015 by
Due to an all staff in-service/training, Marion Public Health will close at 12:00pm Wednesday, June 24, 2015. The closing will affect all divisions of Marion Public Health including the Administration, Vital Statistics, Environmental Health, Nursing, Emergency Preparedness, and WIC divisions. Marion Public Health will resume normal business hours of 8:00am – 4:30pm Thursday, June 25th. […]
Free program to explore the history of Marion’s theaters
June 22, 2015 by
While most residents of Marion are familiar with the Palace Theatre, some may not be aware that numerous other theatres once provided entertainment opportunities as well. Among these were the Wigwam, Grand Opera House/Ohio Theatre, State, Orpheum, and Germania Park Pavilion just to name a few. On June 25, 2015, author Scott Hoffman will review […]
Strickland leads Portman by six points in latest Quinnipiac poll
June 22, 2015 by
Former Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland, a Democrat, holds a six point advantage over incumbent Republican Sen. Rob Portman for the 2016 election in a new poll of Ohio voters released Monday. The Quinnipiac University Poll, conducted June 4-15 simultaneously with polls for 2016 Senate races in Florida and Pennsylvania, found that Portman polled far ahead […]
With increasing smoking rates, Ohio lawmakers urged to raise cigarette tax higher
June 22, 2015 by
State lawmakers are considering raising Ohio’s cigarette tax by 40 cents per pack, but anti-smoking advocates say such a small increase wouldn’t have much of an impact on public health. Shelly Kiser, director of advocacy for the American Lung Association in Ohio and Michigan, said a 40-cent increase would be a win for tobacco companies. […]
