The Palace Cultural Arts Association will welcome the local band Radio Pirates to the Marion Palace Theatre May Pavilion on Friday, February 28, 2014 at 8:00 pm. The Palace says the Radio Pirates have been a favorite among Marion party goers since their first gig in 1997 and delivers a concert experience filled with music […]
Ohio House Committee Expected to Approve New, Tighter Rules for Teen Drivers
February 11, 2014 by
After about eight months of deliberation, a House committee is expected to vote Tuesday and approve a bill tightening restrictions on teenage drivers. House Bill 204 would impose new restrictions on young motorists — concerning when and with whom they can drive. Except for certain school or work activities, drivers with a probationary license would […]
Three Arrested for Alleged Theft of $10,000 in Cash
February 11, 2014 by
The Marion Police Department says that three suspects were arrested late Tuesday for stealing a large amount of cash from a residence. Officers responded to the report on February 10, 2014 that $10,000 in cash had been stolen from the home. Investigators say the victim was able to provide the likely suspects which officers then […]
Turning Point Works to Break the Cycle of Teen Dating Violence
February 10, 2014 by
February is National Teen Dating Violence Prevention and Awareness Month and Turning Point says they are working hard to educate teens about the danger. According to the website BreakTheCycle.org, one in three teens and young adults experience some form of dating abuse (this statistic also holds true with adult relationships). This means that one in […]
Marion United Way Taking Applications for Program Funding
February 10, 2014 by
United Way of Marion County has announced that they are accepting applications for program funding for the 2015 calendar year. As part of the application process, a mandatory meeting has been scheduled for later this week. To be eligible for funding, programs must demonstrate that they are able to measurably impact specific Marion County indicators […]
Changes Announced for City Parks and Recreation Meetings
February 10, 2014 by
The regular monthly meeting of the City of Marion Board of Parks Commissioners will be moved to Tuesday, February 18, 2014 at 3:00 pm. The meeting will be held in the Parks Department Offices at 240 W. Center St. The City of Marion Parks and Recreation Advisory Council will meet on Wednesday, February 26, 2014 […]
With Full Slate of Candidates, Libertarians Becoming Viable 3rd Party in Ohio
February 10, 2014 by
Elections in Ohio are traditionally two-party affairs, with the alternative parties putting up candidates for a smattering of races. But has Ohio moved toward having three regular participants in its statewide contests? Two political scientists told Northeast Ohio Media Group this week that the the Libertarian Party of Ohio might become a credible third party […]
Still Time to Help Grant Process for Tallgrass Trail
February 7, 2014 by
The Marion County Park District is pursuing a grant opportunity from the State of Ohio to pave three more miles of the Tallgrass Trail in 2015. Public input is an important component to the grant process and the District is looking for your help. The Park District held an open house to solicit public input […]
Rosvanis Sought for Failure to Appear, Questing in Abduction
February 7, 2014 by
The Marion Police Department is seeking Derrick N. Rosvanis as their Warrant of the Week. He has a warrant for his arrest for failure to appear at a pre-trial on an obstructing charge. Rosvanis is also wanted for questioning related to an incident that occurred on September 28, 2013 that involved abduction, obstructing justice, and […]
Proposed Deer Hunting Dates and Bag Limits Being Considered
February 7, 2014 by
The Ohio Wildlife Council has received the 2014-2015 hunting proposals for deer season dates, changes to deer bag limits and the possibility of allowing some straight-walled rifle cartridges for deer hunting, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). Ohio deer hunters and other interested parties are invited to share their comments regarding the […]
