The Ohio State Bank and Downtown Marion have partnered to launch a program called “Let’s Keep the Cheer Here” designed to promote shopping locally. As part of the program, $500 in gift cards will be handed out to local shoppers. Pam Workman of The Ohio State Bank said, “This is an expansion of a coupon […]
“Chasing Mavericks” at Marion Palace Theatre
November 15, 2012 by
The Marion Palace Theatre is pleased to announce it will show the sports drama film “Chasing Mavericks” this weekend. Mick LaSalle, The San Francisco Chronicle’s movie critic describes the film. “Chasing Mavericks” is the true story of Jay Moriarity (Jonny Weston), a teenager from Santa Cruz, who became famous overnight for surviving one of the […]
Limited Number of Inauguration Tickets Available to Area Residents
November 15, 2012 by
U.S. Congressman Pat Tiberi (R-OH) has announced that a limited number of 2013 Presidential Inauguration tickets will be made available to 12th Congressional District constituents interested in attending the swearing-in ceremony in Washington, D.C. on Monday, January 21, 2013. As in years past, the number of tickets made available to each Member of Congress to […]
Ohio AG Announces New Efforts to Fight Synthetic Drugs
November 15, 2012 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine has announced that he is intensifying his efforts to fight the abuse and sale of synthetic drugs such as bath salts and herbal incense. “Today I’m announcing that we’re making a top priority of going after the sale, use, and distribution of these drugs with all the force of the […]
Event to Showcase Art from Recycled Items
November 14, 2012 by
The 3rd Annual Eco-Art Show highlights America Recycles Day and features art created from recycled and re-purposed items. The show runs from noon to 7:00pm on Thursday, November 15, 2012 at the Marion Palace Theatre’s May Pavilion. “Local artisans and crafters, along with eco-artists from all over Ohio, will have recycled creations for sale and […]
Marion Church to Celebrate Pastor’s 25 Years
November 14, 2012 by
The Marion community is invited to join Solid Rock Church of God In Christ (COGIC) for a weekend of celebrating the anniversary of Supt. Willie H. Sewell, Jr. He has been Pastor of the church for over 25 years and superintendent of the Mansfield-Marion District of churches, which includes Mayes Community Temple COGIC (Marion), Fambro […]
Friends Working to Raise Funds for Man Battling Cancer
November 14, 2012 by
Two fundraisers are planned to help raise money for a man battling cancer. John Crampton was diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer located in his head and neck over two years ago. Friends have organized a charity auction on Saturday, November 17, 2012 and a charity carwash on Sunday, November 18, 2012. A local pizza shop […]
Lawmakers Debate Funding for Planned Parenthood
November 14, 2012 by
With a bill stripping funding from Planned Parenthood expected to move and other abortion-related legislation in the mix, abortion-rights supporters joined female Democratic lawmakers Tuesday to tell Republicans to back off. “Ohio does not want to turn the clock backward and hand over to politicians the personal medical decisions that belong to a woman, her […]
Free Community Dinner Provides Focus on Hunger, Homelessness Awareness Week
November 13, 2012 by
The 4th Annual Free Community Dinner is scheduled for 4:30pm to 6:30pm on Wednesday, November 14, 2012 at The Salvation Army on 317 West Church Street. The event is open to the public and serves to raise awareness of hunger and homeless issues in the Marion community. “The Homelessness Awareness Community Dinner creates a forum […]
Free Holiday Bereavement Session Offered
November 13, 2012 by
Marion General Hospital Hospice is providing a time for individuals to get together for support through the holidays. The holiday season can be a difficult time for families who have lost a loved one and they would like to show you steps to take and things to do to help you through this time of […]
