Conference Hopes to Inspire Kids to Pursue STEM Careers

The Expanding Your Horizons (EYH) Conference is designed to be a new, fun-filled day intended for girls and boys going into grades 5 through 12, their parents, and teachers. The conference goal is to promote careers in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math. The Northwest Ohio conference will be held Saturday, July 27, […]

Marion Salvation Army Offering Free Produce Market

The Salvation Army in Marion is holding a free produce giveaway on Thursday, July 18, 2013 from 11:00am to 1:00pm. To receive produce, you must meet income guidelines and be able to sign an income eligibility form. Those attending should bring an ID or a piece of mail with your current address. You are also […]

Training Workshop to Examine Marion Poverty and Solutions

Has poverty become an acceptable lifestyle in Marion? You are invited to ponder this question and learn how you can become part of the solution with national speaker and author Jodi Pfarr. This free educational training at TRECA on Thursday and Friday, August 8 and 9, 2013 is being offered by Marion Matters, Marion Municipal […]

Council on Aging Holding Free Retirement Readiness Seminar

Are you nearing your planned retirement age or just now beginning to consider when the time would be right? Knowing when and how to draw your Social Security income can be a confusing and complex decision. Your benefit can vary, depending on your age, marital status, income, whether you plan to continue to work full […]

Marion Habitat for Humanity Set to Open ReStore

Habitat for Humanity of Marion County Ohio, Inc. is opening its Habitat for Humanity ReStore at 1713 Marion Mount Gilead Road (entrance at the rear of Mallard Square), on Saturday, July 20, 2013. The Marion Habitat for Humanity ReStore will carry donated new and gently used items for home improvement. Items for sale will include […]

Police Seek Witnesses to Reported Shooting

The Marion Police Department is looking for people who may have been witness to gun shots being fired during the late evening on Saturday. At 11:01pm on July 13, 2013, the department received multiple 911 calls reporting shots fired in the 600 block of Bellefontaine Avenue, near the eastern set of railroad tracks. Witnesses reported […]

Marion Representative Encourages Residents to Submit Online Legislative Survey

State Representative Jeff McClain (R-Upper Sandusky) has set up an online legislative survey in an effort to gain feedback from the residents of the 87th Ohio House District regarding a variety of state issues. The survey can be accessed by clicking here. “Hearing from constituents is of the upmost importance as your thoughts and opinions […]

Richland Road Church of Christ Community Day

On Saturday, July 20, 2013, the Richland Road Church of Christ will be having a Community Day from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. This is a free event and is open to everyone. There will be free giveaways including car washes, clothing, blood pressure checks, food, kids’ activities, and more. In addition, the church will […]

Marion Concert Band Reschedules Cancelled Performance

The Marion Concert Band has announced they will be holding concerts on both Sunday and Monday, July 14 and 15. The performances are part of their Summer Concert Series held each Sunday evening at McKinley Park. The concert scheduled for last Sunday had to be postponed due to storms. The show, featuring the Marion Concert […]

Insurance Claim Tips to Help Those Impacted by Severe Weather

Ohio Lieutenant Governor and Department of Insurance Director Mary Taylor is advising Ohioans impacted by recent severe weather on how they should attend to damaged property and offered tips on the insurance claim filing process. Taylor also cautioned residents to beware of fraudulent contractors trying to take advantage of people in need of property repairs. […]