State lawmakers are aiming to take up a number of gun bills during committee hearings this week, according to the legislative schedule. On Tuesday, the House Policy and Legislative Oversight Committee is set to vote on a substitute bill for a gun bill that includes a “stand your ground” clause, according to the House schedule. […]
Marion Candidates Night Debate Set for Tuesday
October 28, 2013 by
League of Women Voters (LWV) of Marion will hold their annual Candidates’ Night Debate on Tuesday, October 29, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. at Tri-Rivers Career Center in the multi-purpose room. The evening provides voters the opportunity to ask questions to those candidates for contested offices Community residents are strongly encouraged to attend and should arrive […]
OSUM Team Wins Contest by One Hot Wing
October 28, 2013 by
The 13th Annual Hot Wing Eating Contest resulted in the closest finish on record. United Way of Marion County’s campaign theme, “UN1TE: It takes just one”, held true as just one hot wing separated the 1st place team from the 2nd place teams. The Ohio State University at Marion’s “Blazin’ Buckeyes” took home the trophies […]
Cornerstone Alliance Holding Pumpkin Patch Family Fun Night
October 28, 2013 by
Cornerstone Alliance Church’s annual Pumpkin Patch Family Fun Night is set for Wednesday, October 30, 2013 from 6:30pm to 8:00pm at the church located at 2010 Marion-Marysville Road just south of Marion. There will be lots of carnival games, jump houses, and candy. A hot dog dinner will also be served throughout the event. Attendees […]
Ohio Department of Public Safety calling for Bystander Intervention
October 28, 2013 by
Over the last several months, even weeks, more and more incidents of alcohol and/or drug facilitated sexual assaults have been reported in the media. It’s happening throughout the country and it’s happening in Ohio. The Ohio Department of Public Safety (ODPS) is calling for bystander intervention. Sexual assailants can use alcohol and drugs as their […]
Salvation Army Accepting Applications for Christmas Assistance
October 25, 2013 by
The Salvation Army in Marion is accepting Christmas Assistance Program applications through November 8, 2013. Applications are accepted from 9:30 am to Noon and 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday. Applicants need to bring identification for everyone in the household (18+ picture ID and 17/under, social security cards, medical cards, school ID, or […]
AAA: Survey Shows Parents Support More Restrictions on Teen Drivers
October 25, 2013 by
Ohio parents overwhelmingly support enhanced nighttime driving limits and passenger restrictions for novice teen drivers, according to a new AAA survey. The survey, released in the midst of Teen Driver Safety Week (Oct. 20-26), is part of AAA’s advocacy efforts to help improve Ohio’s Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) system and save the lives of Ohio […]
You can Share Dinner with the Presidents
October 25, 2013 by
The Marion County Historical Society will present their 4th annual Dinner with the Presidents event on November 2, 2013 at the TRECA building on Delaware Avenue in Marion. Organizers say that guests will not only enjoy an evening out, but they will also dine on presidential favorites and have the opportunity to discuss life in […]
Fall Hydrant Flushing Schedule for Week 6
October 25, 2013 by
Aqua Ohio’s Marion Division will conduct water main flushing in the Marion County service area Monday, October 28 through Friday, November 1, 2013 between 8:00 am and 4:30 pm. “Flushing is an important part of our system’s regular maintenance program. It ensures hydrants and valves are working properly and helps prevent sediment buildup,” said Don […]
Free Clothing Giveaway at Marion Church
October 25, 2013 by
The Richland Road Church of Christ will be having a free Fall and Winter Clothing Giveaway on Saturday, October 26, 2013 from 9:00am to 4:00pm. This event is open to the community and clothing of all sizes will be available. The giveaway will be held at the house beside the church at 585 Richland Road […]
