The deadline to apply for the Homestead Exemption for both new applicants and late applicants is Monday, June 2, 2014. According to Marion County Auditor, Joan Kasotis, an income restriction imposed by state lawmakers last year will limit who is eligible for the Homestead Exemption credit in the future. New rules governing the program will […]
Boomer and Senior Expo to Feature Local Celebrities
May 28, 2014 by
The Boomer and Senior Expo hosted by Kingston Residence of Marion is set for Friday, May 30, 2014 from 10:00am to 3:00pm. The 2nd annual event is free to the public and includes 50 vendors who provide products, services and valuable information for Boomers and Seniors. The Expo is featuring several of Marion’s “Senior Celebrities.” […]
Ohioans Facing Issues with Cemeteries Can File Complaint
May 28, 2014 by
Thousands of Ohioans visited cemeteries on or around Memorial Day to pay their respects to loved ones and our nation’s veterans. Andre T. Porter, Director of the Ohio Department of Commerce, said that occasionally Ohioans may have a concern about an issue involving a cemetery. In those cases, they should first bring the matter to […]
Construction to Close Another Portion of State Route 4
May 28, 2014 by
The Ohio Department of Transportation says the following work is planned in the Marion County area. Starting Thursday, May 29, 2014, State Route 4 will be closed in both directions between Boundary Road and Prospect-Upper Sandusky Road for culvert replacement. The detour is State Route 4 to State Route 47 to State Route 203 to […]
Tour Gives Marion 4th Graders a Taste of College
May 27, 2014 by
Marion City Schools’ entire fourth grade toured the Marion Campus this week as campus officials expressed hope to expand the tour in the future. Fourth graders from the district’s six elementary schools recently toured The Ohio State University at Marion and Marion Technical College. The tour included stops in Maynard Hall, Morrill Hall, the Alber […]
Donation to Help Industrial Electricity Students
May 27, 2014 by
Scott and Roberta Ruth, owners of Marion, Ohio electrical contractor Cogburn Electric, Inc., have recently donated the necessary materials needed to construct a new multi person work station for the Industrial Electricity class at the Pioneer Career and Technology Center in Shelby Ohio. Under the direction of instructor Rob Flannery, the work station will allow […]
New Regional Effort Offers Dual-Career Couples Job-Hunting Network in Higher Education
May 27, 2014 by
The ability for colleges and universities to attract and retain top job candidates often depends on also finding a position for the so-called “trailing” spouse or partner – together they are referred to as a “dual-career couple”. Representatives from 31 colleges and universities in Ohio, Western Pennsylvania and West Virginia met last week to formally […]
Ohio AG Offers Consumer Tips Following eBay Breach
May 27, 2014 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today encouraged consumers to change their passwords following the announcement of a breach affecting eBay users’ passwords. “A data breach doesn’t necessarily mean identity theft, but it’s a good idea to take common-sense steps to protect your personal information,” Attorney General DeWine said. “A good place to start is by […]
Still Time to Enter “Ag is Cool” Creative Contest
May 26, 2014 by
The Ohio Department of Agriculture today reminds parents and children that the deadline for the 2014 “Agriculture is Cool!” Creative Expressions contest is nearing. Ohio children enrolled in school or home schooled during the 2013-2014 academic year are encouraged to capture their personal interpretation of why Ohio agriculture is cool for their chance to win […]
Aqua Ohio Wrapping Up Spring System Improvements in Marion
May 26, 2014 by
Aqua Ohio, Inc. (Aqua) today announced that the company is bringing the first phase of 2014 Marion infrastructure improvements to a close. Improvements are designed to enhance three key aspects of water service for customers: 1) Reliability, 2) Service, and 3) Fire Protection in terms of pressure and access to hydrants. “This round of projects […]
