Prospect Street United Methodist Church Men’s Breakfast Prayer Group will be having their 12th annual Basement / Yard sale at 185 South Prospect Street on September 23, 2017 from 9:00am till 1:00pm. Lunch is available, prepared by Guiding Light Circle Ladies, from 11:00am – 1:00pm. Too many items to list, but some of the items for […]
Grandparents target of phone scams, Ohio AG warns
September 18, 2017 by
In recognition of National Grandparent’s Day this past Sunday, Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine is warning families to beware of phone scams targeting grandparents. In a typical “grandparent” phone scam, a grandparent receives a phone call from someone posing as a grandchild. The caller claims to be in trouble and in urgent need of money, […]
Portion of State Route 95 to close for repairs
September 15, 2017 by
The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) has announced that a portion of State Route 95 between Kenton Avenue and Plymouth Street will close starting at 6:00am on Monday, September 18, 2017. The closure affects a main route to Whirlpool, Graphic Packaging, and other employers. The posted detour will be State Route 309 to Marion-Williamsport Road […]
Council on Aging hosting intro to Medicare session
September 15, 2017 by
If you are new, or nearly new, to Medicare health coverage and benefits, plan on attending Medicare 101, a free seminar offered by the Ohio Department of Insurance and the Marion County Council on Aging. On Wednesday , September 27, 2017 at 1:30 pm, a representative from the Department of Insurance will be at the […]
2017 Fall Hydrant Flushing – Week 5
September 15, 2017 by
Aqua Ohio’s Marion Division will conduct water main flushing in the Marion County service area Monday, September 18, through Friday, September 22, 2017 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. “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 […]
“The Big Sick” on the big screen at Marion Palace Theatre
September 14, 2017 by
The romantic comedy, The Big Sick is scheduled for five showings at the historic Marion Palace Theatre. Movie times are Friday, September 15 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, September 16 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, September 17 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. The Palace Theatre is located at 276 W. Center […]
POWs and MIAs to be honored at weekend fly-in
September 13, 2017 by
September 16 and 17, 2017 will be the third annual fly-in at the Marion Municipal Airport, 1530 Pole Lane Road in Marion, featuring a WWII B-17 bomber, “Yankee Lady”. The “Flying Fortress” has been restored to pristine condition and will be giving rides and tours. Dan Hempy, organization president, said “ Those interested in booking […]
Marion man indicted for August bank robbery
September 11, 2017 by
The Marion Police Department says that a Marion man was recently indicted for his alleged involvement in a bank robbery in August. The Union Bank Co., 220 Richland Road, was robbed on August 17, 2017. Following the robbery, the Marion Police Department said they received several tips and followed many leads. Through this investigation, 40-year-old […]
Ohio AG offers consumer tips following Equifax breach announcement
September 11, 2017 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine offered tips for consumers following the recent announcement by Equifax, one of the country’s three main credit reporting bureaus, of a data breach affecting some 143 million United States consumers. Equifax has reported that the information was compromised between May and July of this year and includes names, Social Security numbers, […]
PUCO highlights 2017 Lifeline Awareness Week
September 11, 2017 by
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) is participating in National Lifeline Awareness Week, Sept. 11–17, 2017, reminding low-income telephone consumers that assistance is available to stay connected to local resources and emergency services. The PUCO, Federal Communications Commission, National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners and the National Association of State Utility Consumer Advocates are […]
