The Marion Popcorn Festival is hosting Poppin’ Art in the Venue at bluefusion Entertainment on Saturday, November 22, 2014, 6:30 p.m. until approximately 9:30 p.m. The event gives participants the opportunity to discover the hidden artist in themselves. Led by Heather Whitt, attendees will follow a step-by-step process to complete one of three holiday craft […]
Three Marion Elementary Schools Achieve 100 Percent Passage of Third Grade Reading Guarantee
November 20, 2014 by
Nearly 96 percent of last year’s eligible third-graders across the state met Ohio’s new reading criteria for promotion to the fourth grade, according to data submitted and reviewed by Ohio’s school districts. Seven Marion-area schools beat that statewide percent. In fact, three schools saw 100 percent of their eligible third graders advance, including Elgin Elementary […]
Seminar to Answer Questions about Medicare Open Enrollment
November 20, 2014 by
Open Enrollment, which runs October 15 through December 7, 2014, is that one time each year when older Ohioans can, and should, review their Medicare options and coverages for 2015. The Marion County Council on Aging said it is important for older adults to understand that there are different plans and choices available for the upcoming […]
Secretary of State Calls Says Redistricting Reform Must be Bipartisan
November 20, 2014 by
Secretary of State Jon Husted said Wednesday that a proposal in the Ohio Senate is lawmakers’ best bet for delivering on their promise to enact redistricting reform before the end of the year. “I believe the Senate proposal is a better starting point at getting something accomplished in this General Assembly than introducing these new […]
OhioHealth Names New Leader at Marion General Hospital
November 19, 2014 by
OhioHealth has announced leadership changes at three of its hospitals including naming a new president for OhioHealth Marion General. The president’s position at Marion General has been open since John Sanders left OhioHealth in April of this year. Bruce P. Hagen will take the reigns of OhioHealth Marion General Hospital starting January 12, 2015. Hagen, […]
Students Invited to Enter “Top Dog” Contest
November 19, 2014 by
Do you think your dog is the best dog in Marion County? If so, you could win a special license tag or other prize for your pet. To highlight the importance of licensing your dog, Marion County Auditor Joan Kasotis is inviting area youth to participate in the annual Top Dog Contest. Contest rules include: […]
Ohioans Reminded to be Fire Safe During Winter Months
November 19, 2014 by
The first significant snow of the season has hit Ohio, and State Fire Marshal Larry Flowers wants to remind Ohioans that that there is increased risk for home fires when the weather turns bad. However, many of these fires are preventable and citizens can reduce their risks of becoming a fire casualty by identifying potential […]
LWV Marion Meeting Features Tour of Goodwill’s Recycling Operation
November 18, 2014 by
League of Women Voters of Marion’s monthly program meeting, Recycling in Marion – What’s New?, will be held at the Goodwill corporate offices, 340 West Fairground St., Thursday, November 20, 6:00 p.m. With the ever-pressing need for communities and individuals to engage in recycling efforts, League urges residents to attend this informative event. President/CEO Bob […]
Ohio House Committee Approved Bill to Eliminate Minimum Pay Scale for Teachers
November 18, 2014 by
The House Education Committee voted Monday to kill the state’s minimum pay scale for teachers in a move some members hope will let school districts create new or merit-based pay plans. If passed into law, the bill would allow districts negotiate new pay scales with their local teachers union, without the state requiring minimum pay […]
Cold Temps Force Delay to Hydrant Flushing
November 18, 2014 by
Aqua Ohio’s Marion Division announced Monday that hydrant flushing in the Village of Prospect scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday has been postponed. The work has been rescheduled for Monday and Tuesday of next week (November 24 and 25) between 8:00 am and 4:30 pm. “Flushing is an important part of Aqua’s maintenance program but with […]
