Ohio doctors can prescribe only seven days of opioids for adults in acute pain, under new rules that begin Thursday. Children are limited to five days. The rules, announced in March and reiterated Wednesday by state medical leaders and Gov. John Kasich, are an attempt to curb dependence on the drugs. The rules could reduce […]
Patrol focused on impaired drivers for 2017 Labor Day
September 1, 2017 by
The Ohio State Highway Patrol is reminding drivers to be safe this Labor Day weekend. Troopers will focus enforcement efforts on removing impaired drivers from Ohio’s roadways. Motorists can all have a part in keeping the roadway safe by never driving impaired and designating a sober driver. During the 2016 Labor Day holiday weekend, there […]
Government closings for 2017 Labor Day holiday
August 30, 2017 by
Mayor Scott Schertzer is announcing the following closures for the City of Marion on Monday, September 4, 2017 in observance of the Labor Day holiday: All offices in City Hall will be closed. Sanitation crews will not work on Monday, September 4. Residents that normally have Monday sanitation service are asked to have their collections […]
Municipal Court, Probation to close early on Friday
August 30, 2017 by
The Marion Municipal Court and the Probation Department has announced they will close at noon on Friday, September 1, 2017. Following the Labor Day holiday, they will re-open at 8:30 am on Tuesday, September 5, 2017.
Ohio AG offers charitable giving tips following Hurricane Harvey, Texas flooding
August 30, 2017 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine has offered advice to help Ohioans make wise charitable contributions and avoid scams following the catastrophic flooding in Texas caused by Hurricane Harvey. “We encourage people to be generous in helping those affected by the devastating floods in Texas,” Attorney General DeWine said. “We also encourage people to make sure […]
Marion Representative announces Ohio Campus Free Speech Act
August 30, 2017 by
State Representatives Wesley A. Goodman (R-Cardington) and Andrew Brenner (R-Powell) announced Tuesday that they are introducing the Ohio Campus Free Speech Act. The bill aims to ensure that the laws, policies, and conduct of Ohio’s public colleges and universities be fully consistent with the First Amendment. Through various legislative updates, the Ohio Campus Free Speech […]
Appeals Court sides with Marion man in lawsuit over rock thrown from mower
August 25, 2017 by
After the Ohio Supreme Court concluded in 2016 that the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) wasn’t immune from a lawsuit by a Marion man struck in the face by a rock when fishing at Indian Lake State Park. The department agreed to settled the case for $70,000. The Ohio Court of Claims on August 2 […]
2017 Fall Hydrant Flushing – Week 2
August 25, 2017 by
Aqua Ohio’s Marion Division will conduct water main flushing in the Marion County service area Monday, August 28, through Friday, September 1, 2017 between 8 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 […]
Marion Palace Theatre to head back in time on Sunday with silent film
August 25, 2017 by
Audiences can experience a film, just as theatre-goers did 89 years ago, at the historic Marion Palace Theatre on Sunday, August 27, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. Playing on the big screen will be the 1929 Silent Film LIBERTY, starring the comedic duo Laurel and Hardy. Renowned resident organist for Detroit’s fabulous Fox Theatre, Dave Calendine […]
Section of North Prospect Street to close next week
August 23, 2017 by
The City of Marion Department of Engineering says that North Prospect Street from West Fairground Street to Klerx Avenue will be closed from Monday, August 28 at 7:00 am through Friday, September 1 at 5:00 pm. City of Marion Sewer Maintenance crews will be repairing a sanitary sewer at this location.
