For the second year in a row, Tri-Rivers School of Nursing LPN to RN program has been ranked at the Best in Ohio by RegisteredNursing.org, according to a news release from the group. Nursing programs were assessed on several factors which represent how well a program supports students toward licensure and beyond, according to Sally […]
Ohio lawmakers approve congressional redistricting changes, plan to appear on May ballot
February 7, 2018 by
Ohioans will vote in May to change how the state draws its congressional districts to a process that supporters say will lead to fairer, more competitive districts. The Ohio House on Tuesday approved Senate Joint Resolution 5 in a 83-10 vote, sending the proposal to be filed with the secretary of state’s office for the […]
Hunters take more deer during 2017-18 season
February 7, 2018 by
Hunters checked 186,247 white-tailed deer throughout Ohio’s 2017-2018 deer season, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). Last year, 182,169 deer were checked during the 2016-2017 season. The ODNR Division of Wildlife remains committed to properly managing Ohio’s deer populations. The goal of Ohio’s Deer Management Program is to provide a deer population […]
Ohio Supreme Court rules State can shut down abortion clinic in Toledo
February 7, 2018 by
The Ohio Supreme Court on Tuesday upheld a state order to close Toledo’s only abortion clinic for failing to follow state law, and rejected a challenge from Cleveland’s Preterm clinic over the same law. The court ruled 5-2 to overturn lower court rulings that said state restrictions on abortion clinics were unconstitutional, but the court […]
United Federal Credit Union begins 2018 scholarship program
February 2, 2018 by
United Federal Credit Union will recognize six high school seniors that demonstrate academic excellence and community involvement with scholarships of $1000 each. Entries are due by 5 p.m. local time on March 31, 2018. Applicants must: Be an active Member of United Federal Credit Union; Be a graduating high school senior; Demonstrate a commitment to […]
Campus collects scarves, hats, and gloves to distribute free to the community
February 2, 2018 by
A group of Ohio State Marion faculty, staff, alumni, and students from the campus social work club have teamed up to spread love and warmth to Marion as part of the third annual Loving Scarves campaign. Loving Scarves is an initiative to collect and distribute hats, gloves, mittens, and scarves to community members in need. […]
ODA encourages Ohioans to respond to census of agriculture
February 2, 2018 by
The Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) urges Ohio farmers and producers who have not yet done so to respond to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Census of Agriculture. Responses are accepted in the mail and online through February 5, 2018. “The data collected from the Census of Agriculture is critically important as decision […]
State offers insurance checklist for the New Year
February 2, 2018 by
The beginning of the new year is a great time to review your financial protection by evaluating your insurance coverage, said Ohio Department of Insurance Director Jillian Froment. “Even if you haven’t experienced a life changing event, you may qualify for discounts or a different insurance product could better serve your needs,” Froment said. “Talk […]
Cast announced for Palace Theatre’s “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland”
January 31, 2018 by
Under the direction of Emily Yaksic, “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland” will be performed on the historic Marion Palace stage on Friday, February 9 at 7:30pm, Saturday, February 10 at 7:30pm and Sunday, February 11 at 2:00pm. Starring over 50 local children, this adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s timeless tale gives a modern view to an old […]
Marion County Park District named 2017 Community Public Health Champion
January 31, 2018 by
Marion Public Health and the Board of Health recognized the Marion County Park District as the 2017 Community Public Health Champion during the Marion County Commissioners meeting on January 18, 2018. The Marion County Park District was selected because of their dedication to creating an environment that promotes an opportunity for all Marion County residents […]
