Are you concerned about your retirement income meeting all your financial needs? According to Lars Olson, financial advisor for Merrill Lynch Global Wealth Management, it is important to first define your vision for a fulfilling retirement, and to have investment strategies for all your retirement accounts. At Retirement Readiness: Making the Most of Your Retirement […]
Registration Open for Popcorn 100 Bike Tour
August 19, 2014 by
The 2014 Marion Popcorn Festival Popcorn 100 Bike Tour will be held September 6, 2014. The family-friendly ride consists of 25, 35, 64 and 105 mile routes. Registration/sign-in begins at 7:00 a.m. at the McKinley Park shelter house adjacent to Marion General Hospital; the ride will get underway at 8:00 a.m. Pre-registration is available at […]
Westside Neighborhoods Association Holding Ice Cream Social
August 19, 2014 by
The Westside Neighborhoods Association will be sponsoring an Ice Cream Social on Saturday, August 23, 2014, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Oakland Park. The public is invited to join them for free food and fun. The day will include hot dogs, snacks, and ice cream along with lots of activities for the kids. […]
Ohio Sued Over Work Waivers for SNAP Recipients
August 19, 2014 by
Advocates for the poor have filed a civil rights complaint against Ohio officials for failing to renew the state’s food stamp waiver for all 88 Ohio counties, which resulted in thousands of Ohioans losing the federal benefits, including in Marion County. In a complaint with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the advocacy groups argued the […]
Reiff Named Miss Teen Popcorn
August 18, 2014 by
Hanah Reiff captured the 2014 Miss Teen Popcorn title Saturday evening in festivities at River Valley High School. “I can’t believe it,” said the newly crowned Reiff. “All the girls were so amazing and talented that I’m absolutely stunned to have won.” Reflecting on her year as Miss Teeny Pop 2011, she said, “I know […]
Fogle Crowned 2014 Miss Teeny Pop
August 18, 2014 by
Olivia Fogle was chosen Miss Teeny Pop 2014 Saturday during competition at River Valley High School. The 12-year also won overall commercial and tied for overall talent; and garnered an additional award for generating the most program ads. The River Valley Middle School student said, “I’m excited … breathless … just no words to describe […]
Police: Shots Fired into Two Marion Apartments
August 18, 2014 by
The Marion Police Department is investigating an incident where several shots were fired at two apartments on Sunday evening. At 10:46 p.m. on August 17, 2014, City dispatchers received the call reporting shots being fired into a residence at 967 Paula Drive. Officers responded to the area and said they discovered several rounds had been […]
Major Improvement Plan Announced for Mt. Gilead State Park
August 18, 2014 by
Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Director James Zehringer Friday announced several capital improvement projects for Mt. Gilead State Park. Since the capital budget was announced, Director Zehringer has traveled across the state sharing with Ohioans about the projects planned at many Ohio State Parks. “Mt. Gilead State Park is a gem for the Morrow […]
Saturday in the Park Adding Zip Line to Returning Inflatables and Free Little Tots Area
August 15, 2014 by
Organizers of the Saturday in the Park Festival has announced that families attending the event on Saturday, August 23, 2014 will discover a giant zip line will grace the Lincoln Park skyline. For an additional fee, children and adults will be able to hook up to a harness and slide through an area of the […]
Registration Open for Annual Popcorn 5K Run/Walk
August 15, 2014 by
The 2014 Marion Popcorn Festival 5K Run is being held Saturday, September 6, 2014. This event is open to both runners and walkers and is TAC Certified. Registration begins at 8:00 a.m., with the race start time at 9:15 a.m. Pre-registration cost is $17.00 until September 3rd. Registration forms received after September 3rd and up […]
