Cooking is the leading cause of all fires in Ohio and the United States, and Thanksgiving Day can increase the likelihood of such a fire. The State Fire Marshal is reminding Ohioans about the dangers of cooking fires this holiday season. “The biggest problem is unattended fires. If no one is watching, things can get […]
Patrol Reminds Drivers to Not Drink and Drive this Thanksgiving Holiday
November 27, 2013 by
In anticipation of increased traffic during the Thanksgiving holiday, the Ohio State Highway Patrol is reminding drivers of the dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. Last year during the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, 12 people were killed in nine fatal crashes on Ohio’s roadways. Seven of the 12 fatalities, 58 percent, were […]
Marion’s Unemployment Rate Down in October
November 26, 2013 by
Marion County’s unemployment rate was 7.5 percent in October, down from 7.9 percent in September. The rate remains well above what it was a year ago when it stood at 6.9 percent. The local rate has bounced around a lot this year, starting out at 9.0 percent in January and dipping as low as 7.0 […]
Free Medicare Check-Up Day Provides Information & Assistance
November 26, 2013 by
Medicare Open Enrollment, that one time of year when seniors can look at their current Medicare coverage, compare other plans, and make changes if needed, is happening now. On Tuesday, December 3, 2013, representatives from the Ohio Department of Insurance will be at the Marion County Council on Aging from 10:00am to 2:00pm. They will […]
Marion YMCA Offering Black Friday Deals
November 26, 2013 by
The Marion Family YMCA is having several healthy specials over Black Friday Weekend. Winter Session starts January 6, 2014, and the Y says you can use these deals to get a jump on your health. The Marion Family YMCA of will be offering the following Black Friday weekend deals: Members– Buy one $10.00 Winter Adult […]
Area Government Closings, Changes Announced for Thanksgiving
November 26, 2013 by
All City of Marion departments will be closed on Thursday, November 28, 2013 for the Thanksgiving holiday. Offices in City Hall will also be closed on Friday, November 29th. As a result of City Hall offices being closed on Friday, the weekly early closure day will be observed on Wednesday, November 27th. Therefore, City offices […]
AAA Projects Slight Drop in Thanksgiving Travel
November 26, 2013 by
AAA predicts 43.4 million Americans, including 1.68 million Ohioans, will travel at least 50 miles from home this Thanksgiving holiday weekend, Wednesday November 27, 2013 to Sunday, December 1, 2013. This is a decrease of 1.5 percent nationwide and 1.7 percent for Ohio from last year. The recession drove travel volumes down by more than […]
Marion Courts’ Equine Therapy Program Highlighted at Supreme Court Conference
November 25, 2013 by
Alternative therapy practices, including the use of horses and drums, were new topics taught at the Ohio Specialized Dockets Practitioner Network 10th annual conference on November 21, 2013. Emphasizing a team approach to providing treatment for individuals served by specialized dockets in Ohio courts, the conference allowed judges, court staff, and treatment teams to learn […]
Elks “Most Valuable Student” Application Available Online
November 25, 2013 by
The 2014 Elks “Most Valuable Student” scholarship application is now available at www.elks.org/enf/scholars. Ranging from $1,000 per year to $15,000 per year, Most Valuable Student scholarships are for students pursuing a four-year degree, on a full-time basis (minimum of 12 semester hours), in a U.S. college or university. The Elks National Foundation will award 500 […]
Conaway Named Sims Brothers’ Manager of Nonferrous Operations
November 25, 2013 by
Greg Conaway has joined Sims Brothers Recycling as manager of nonferrous operations. The announcement was made by Gary Sims, president and CEO. Conaway will be responsible for all aspects of the operations, purchasing and sales of nonferrous metals at the recycling company. Common nonferrous metals include aluminum, tin, copper, zinc, and brass. He will report […]
