There’s something about a horse. It could be the large stature, long flowing mane, or the way they trot freely in an open field. To watch them in pasture is relaxing. Peaceful. Maybe that is why Micki Shelter loves horses so much – or maybe it’s because Micki and the horses at Providence Therapeutic Equestrian […]
Free seminar to focus on legal planning for seniors
October 13, 2017 by
As seniors age, difficult decisions may eventually need to be made. If they still have the capacity to deal with their financial, legal and healthcare affairs, legal planning for seniors should begin as soon as possible. Some of the legal documents that should be considered for seniors are: Living Wills, Last Wills, DNR, Medical POA, […]
Fall colors reach near peak throughout the area
October 13, 2017 by
Ohio’s state parks, forests and nature preserves are always free to enter and are starting to display a dynamic palette of oranges, yellows and reds that provide the perfect backdrop for hikers enjoying the fall color this weekend. Near peak conditions are expected across most of northern Ohio stretching down into the central portion of […]
Mosquito with West Nile Virus captured in Marion County
October 11, 2017 by
Marion Public Health recently received notice that a mosquito that was trapped in Marion County tested positive for West Nile Virus. Marion Public Health says they have been proactive in mosquito surveillance efforts which have included setting up mosquito traps at 12 different locations this year. They have worked with Marion City and Marion County […]
Public meeting set to gather input on region’s unmet transportation needs
October 11, 2017 by
The Marion County Health Department, RLS & Associates, and Mobility Manager Tim Maceyko will be conducting a regional coordinated public transit-human services transportation plan meeting for Marion-Morrow-Crawford Counties. A public meeting will be held for Marion County residents on Monday, October 23, 2017 beginning at 10:00am at Marion Public Health. The agenda includes a review […]
Registration open for YMCA fall youth basketball
October 11, 2017 by
The Marion Family YMCA will begin fall youth basketball league will start October 28 – December 16, 2017. Youth Basketball is for boys and girls ages 5-12 years. Leagues are separated by age. Teams practice one evening a week and play games on Saturdays. Household members pay $30, other members $35 and program participants $60. […]
“The Kite Runner” comes to life on stage at the Marion Palace Theatre
October 10, 2017 by
The New York Times bestseller and international classic, THE KITE RUNNER by Khaled Hosseini, will be brought to life on stage at the historic Marion Palace Theatre on Thursday, October 12, 2017 at 7:30pm. The professional theatre company, Literature to Life®, a program of Young Audiences New York, presents a solo performance by Sorab Wadia. […]
Marion Public Health extends WIC hours
October 9, 2017 by
Marion Public Health’s WIC program are extending their hours to reach more families. Beginning October 1st, the new hours are Monday, Tuesday, and Friday from 8:00am-4:30pm and Wednesday and Thursday from 8:00am-6:30pm. The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) improves access to healthy foods, connects families to medical care and community […]
Marion County Republicans seek applicants for County Prosecutor
October 9, 2017 by
The Marion County Republican Party is accepting applications for consideration to fill the unexpired term of Marion County Prosecutor, Brent Yager, who passed away last week. “Due to the untimely death of Mr. Yager, our committee must convene to fill his vacancy,” stated local GOP County Chairman Gary Risch. “We are deeply saddened by the […]
Ohio sleep-related deaths decline, while total infant deaths rise in 2016
October 9, 2017 by
The number of Ohio infants who died before their first birthday increased from 1,005 in 2015 to 1,024 in 2016, according to a new report released by the Ohio Department of Health (ODH). The report also contains some promising news with fewer sleep-related infant deaths than in 2015. Sleep-related infant deaths have been trending downward […]
