Democrat Robert Whalen has announced his candidacy for Marion County Commissioner in the November 4th general election. In a media release, he says the budget will be the overriding focus of the campaign. “Things are tough. Unemployment is still high and growth in the county is negligible. That has to change. Instead of being reactive […]
Youth Governor’s Ball Set for Saturday at YMCA
January 23, 2014 by
The Marion Family YMCA and the Ridgedale High School Youth in Government delegation are holding the very first Youth Governor’s Ball on Saturday, January 25, 2014 at 7:30 p.m. Area youth are invited to join the Marion delegation for a night full of music, dancing, food, and “an all around fun time.” The dance is […]
State Fire Marshal Offers Safety Tips During Tight Propane Gas Supplies
January 23, 2014 by
Amid potentially tight propane gas supplies brought on by the recent cold spell, State Fire Marshal Larry Flowers wants to remind Ohioans that that there is increased risk for home fires when temperatures drop dramatically and citizens turn to alternative heating sources. However, many of these fires are preventable and Ohioans can reduce their risks […]
Ohio EMA Urges Safety During Continued Winter Cold
January 23, 2014 by
As the very cold temperatures continue, Ohio Emergency Management Agency urges residents to practice safety and precaution if using alternative heat sources such as electric space heaters, fireplaces, kerosene heaters or back-up generators. Their use increases the chance of fires and carbon monoxide poisoning. State officials suggests the following safety tips to prevent injury from […]
Police Arrest Alleged Heroin Dealer from Detroit
January 22, 2014 by
The MARMET Drug Task Force arrested a Detroit man on Tuesday, January 21, 2014 for allegedly trafficking in heroin. The arrest came after MARMET detectives, assisted by the Marion Police Department’s Special Response Team, served a search warrant at 173 Davids Street. The search warrant came following a month long heroin trafficking investigation. During the […]
Many Dog Rescue Programs Not Registering with State as Required
January 22, 2014 by
Nearly three weeks after a new law requiring all dog-rescue operations in Ohio to register with the state, only a fraction have taken that step, a Beacon Journal inquiry has determined. A check of state records show there are no rescues registered in Marion County. The Commercial Dog Breeders Act, which the Ohio Legislature approved […]
Gun Suppressor Numbers Nearly Double in Ohio, Bill Would Expand Use to Hunting
January 22, 2014 by
The number of noise suppressors, or silencers, for firearms more than doubled throughout Ohio from 2012 to 2013 — and two representatives aim to let the state’s hunters put those accessories to use. Starting March 2012, noise suppressor registration totals spiked by about 144 percent to a total of more than 25,000 silencers by April […]
Staff Offers Help as McKinley Elementary Grieves Death of Student
January 21, 2014 by
Marion City Schools took steps on Tuesday to help grieving students and staff after learning about the death of a second-grader over the weekend, according to a media release. School administrators learned Monday that 8-year-old Isabella Zinsmaster, along with her mother and uncle, was killed in a car crash on Sunday evening in Delaware. Teachers […]
NINE to Perform on the Marion Palace Theatre Main Stage
January 21, 2014 by
The a cappella singing group NINE will perform at the Marion Palace Theatre on Friday, January 24, 2014 at 8:00 pm. Because of strong interest, the show was recently moved from the May Pavilion to the main theatre. The name NINE, which is comprised of members of Marion’s First Church of the Nazarene, represents the […]
Tips Offered to Help Protect Homeowners from Costly Repairs
January 21, 2014 by
With temperatures forecasted to dip into the single digits once again this week, AAA Insurance cautions homeowners to beware of the risk of pipes bursting and causing costly damage. “Water damage is among the most common causes of homeowners’ insurance claims,” said David McMullen, vice president of insurance for AAA Ohio Auto Club. “During the […]
