The Ohio Senate voted 22-11 on Tuesday to pass legislation that would set new rules for minor political parties in Ohio. A Senate committee reported the fast-tracked legislation on Tuesday morning after adding an emergency clause and making some changes to make it easier for minor parties to win ballot access. However, Libertarian and Green […]
Learn More of Marion’s History Behind Closed Doors this Saturday
October 8, 2013 by
Have you ever wondered what lies behind the closed doors of buildings we drive by every day? Sometimes all that is needed to find out is simply to stop and look, but other times the doors may be closed to the general public. On Saturday, October 12, 2013 several buildings will open their doors to […]
River Valley Superintendent Holding Meet and Greets
October 8, 2013 by
Jim Peterson, River Valley Superintendent, will be holding a monthly meet and greet on the second Wednesday of each month starting October 9, 2013. Peterson has planned the informal meetings to meet community members, families, staff and students and learn their concerns. The monthly meet and greets will be held at Tri-Rivers in Room 102 […]
Marion Goodwill Annual Meeting Honors Volunteers, Community Partners
October 8, 2013 by
Goodwill’s Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet was held on Thursday, Oct. 3rd. The event is held to reflect on the past year and to honor program recipients, volunteers, and community partners for their commitment to Goodwill’s mission. Roughly 115 people were in attendance at this year’s meeting held at TRECA. Those present included employees from […]
Ohio AMBER Alert not impacted by Federal Government Shutdown
October 8, 2013 by
Several news reports have recently indicated AMBER Alerts are not being issued due to the Federal Government shutdown. The Ohio AMBER system is initiated by local and state authorities and has not been impacted by the shutdown. The AMBER Alert system is working and available 24-hours a day and includes secondary alerting systems from the […]
Kitchen Safety Urged During Fire Prevention Week
October 8, 2013 by
The Division of State Fire Marshal, the United States Fire Administration (USFA) and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) are teaming up during Fire Prevention Week, October 6-12, 2013, to urge Ohioans to test their smoke alarms and practice an exit plan with two ways out. This year’s theme, “Prevent Kitchen Fires,” highlights the fact […]
Local Man Chosen as Next Head of Marion Community Foundation
October 7, 2013 by
The Board of Trustees of Marion Community Foundation has selected local attorney and educator Dean Jacob to succeed Brad Bebout as the organization’s next President and CEO, announced board chairperson, Susie Brown. According to Succession Committee co-chair Larry Geissler, Jacob most closely met the organization’s requirements for the top position – knowledge of the Marion […]
Kensington Park to Play the Palace Theatre May Pavilion
October 7, 2013 by
Guitarist Andy Kerr and mandolinist Vaughn Sizemore make up Kensington Park and they will perform at the Marion Palace Theatre’s May Pavilion at 8:00pm on Friday, October 25, 2013. Kensington Park will present some of the most popular songs from the 1960 to today with a unique blend of stringed instrumentation. Featuring such bands and […]
Women’s Business Council to Look at Self-Awareness, Self-Defense
October 7, 2013 by
The October luncheon program for the Marion Women’s Business Council, Inc. will center on Self Defense for Women. Jeannie Brewer is certified through I.M.P.A.C.T. as an instructor. I.M.P.A.C.T. is a person safety, assertiveness and self-defense training program. Brewer will demonstrate self-awareness, home and vehicle safety and techniques tailored to women. Brewer was a State Trooper […]
“Hunting with Heroes” Sponsors Deer Hunts for Disabled
October 7, 2013 by
The Hunting with Heroes program has announced its fall hunting opportunities for disabled hunters according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife. Now in its fifth year the Lt. Colonel Ted Epple Veterans with Disabilities Bow Hunt is set for Nov. 8–10, 2013. Past hunts have been quite successful with 10 deer […]
