Pioneering Healthier Communities – Marion is hosting the first of three “Healthy in a Hurry Cooking Series” this Saturday, September 27, 2014 from 12:00pm to 2:30pm at JMJ Discount Food & More, 246 Klerx Avenue in Marion. The free event will include: Tri-Rivers Cooking Demonstration Store Specials, Door Prizes Eric Bressi, Entertainer The other two […]
Ohioans Urged to Take Steps to Avoid Mosquito-Borne Illnesses
September 25, 2014 by
While the risk of contracting mosquito-borne illnesses may be low, the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is reminding Ohioans about how to avoid mosquito bites and the possibility of such diseases. Cases of mosquito-borne diseases in Ohio typically occur in late summer and early fall when mosquitoes are most abundant. Diseases that individuals can contract […]
Ohio’s Deer-Archery Season Starts this Weekend
September 25, 2014 by
Hunters will have their first opportunity to pursue Ohio’s top big-game animal, the white-tailed deer, when archery season opens Saturday, September 27, 2014, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). Ohio’s 2014-2015 deer seasons include: Archery: Sept. 27-Feb. 1, 2015. Antlerless muzzleloader: Oct. 11-12. Youth gun: Nov. 22-23. Gun: Dec. 1-7. Muzzleloader: Jan. […]
Marion Man Wanted on Rape and Kidnapping Charges
September 25, 2014 by
UPDATE: Hudson has been arrested. The Marion Police Department is currently seeking Larry Hudson on two active felony warrants issued Wednesday for Rape and Kidnapping, both felonies of the first degree. The warrants are the result on an incident that occurred on September 17, 2014 near the 160 block of North Vine Street in Marion. […]
Richwood’s Heifer Festival is Saturday at New Location
September 24, 2014 by
This year’s 10th Annual Heifer Festival is Saturday, September 27, 2014, from 10:00am-4:00pm at the North Union High School in Richwood. After being held previously at the Richwood Fairgrounds, organizers say this year’s move to North Union will eliminate the weather uncertainties. Free entertainment will be provided throughout the day on the high school stage […]
Retired Teachers Lunch to Hear about Elgin Changes, Available Benefits
September 24, 2014 by
Marion City-County Retired Teachers Association (MCCRTA) will meet Monday, October 6, 2014 at noon for lunch, followed immediately by a program at Country Gatherings, 1775 Marion-Waldo Rd.. Reservations deadline for lunch ($14.00) is September 28. Members not reached by the calling committee should contact Eva Blankenship 740-361-7528. This year’s Superintendent’s School Report program will feature […]
King Wanted for Assault
September 24, 2014 by
The Marion Police Department is seeking 24 year-old Taylor Marie King on an arrest warrant for assault. She is also wanted for Possession of Drugs on a nationwide warrant issued from Washington County, Ohio. King is 5’ 7” tall, 150 lbs, with brown hair and brown eyes. If you see King or know her location, […]
Marion County Unemployment Dips as More People Return to the Workforce
September 23, 2014 by
The unemployment rate for Marion County dipped in August 2014 to 5.4 percent, down from 6.1 percent in July. While decreases in the past have generally been dependent on a decreased workforce, this drop is significant because it comes with a larger workforce. Officials are hopeful that this could be a sign of an improving […]
Free Seminar to Explore Estate Planning for Business Entities
September 23, 2014 by
“Estate Planning for Business Entities” is the title of a Community Chat presented by Attorneys David F. Bacon and Jessica B. Moon on Wednesday, September 24, 2014 from noon-1pm at the Kingston Residence of Marion. First in a 3-part series, the focus of part 1 is “Planning for Creditor Protection”. Topics will include: Why would […]
Kingston Trio Set to Take Palace Theatre Stage
September 23, 2014 by
The Kingston Trio, the legendary folk/pop music group that helped launch the folk revival of the late 1950’s and 1960’s, will perform at the Marion Palace Theatre on Sunday, October 5, 2014 at 3:00 p.m. The opportunity to see these world renowned musical icons live comes on the heels of the group being inducted into […]
