In observance of Veterans Day on Monday, November 12, 2012, local government offices are altering some services and closing some offices. Marion Public Health will be closed on Monday. The closing will affect all divisions of the Marion Public Health including the Administrative, Vital Statistics, Environmental Health, Nursing, Emergency Preparedness, and WIC divisions. Additional information […]
Meeting to Feature Wounded Warrior Project
November 9, 2012 by
The monthly meeting of Voices of Liberty Marion Tea Party will be held on Thursday November 15, 2012 at 7:00pm at Marion Area Chamber of Commerce, 205 West Center Street. The program will include speaker Shawn Miracle, Wounded Warrior, speaking on the Wounded Warrior Project. The meeting is open to the public and everyone is […]
Traffic Violation Turns into Arrests for Drug Trafficking
November 8, 2012 by
The Marion Police Department says a routine traffic stop turned into a chase that ended with the help of a citizen and resulted in two men being arrested for multiple charges include drug trafficking. On Wednesday, November 7, at about 9:30am, Patrolman Isom stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation in the 100 block of […]
Motivation Focus of Women’s Business Council Meeting
November 8, 2012 by
The November luncheon meeting for the Women’s Business Council will feature Mary B. Relotto who is the founder and CEO of Dames Bond LLC. Dames Bond is where female focused organizations are connected for great products and services. Relotto has a Bachelor of Science in Journalism and had received a number of awards over the […]
2013 Aquatic Center Passes Available at 2012 Prices
November 8, 2012 by
Through December 31, 2012, you can purchase your 2013 summer pass for the Lincoln Park Family Aquatic Center at 2012 prices. While the exact increase is unknown at this point, Aquatic Director Jeannie Brewer says prices will go up in 2013 and early purchasers will see savings. The following prices are good through the end […]
Red Cross Helping to Send Holiday Greetings to Military Members
November 8, 2012 by
While military deployments and hospital stays may keep many of our nation’s heroes away from their families this holiday season, the American Red Cross is collecting and distributing cards that send words of encouragement, gratitude and cheer. Through December 7, Americans can give something that means something by sending a card of thanks and support […]
City Council Meeting Cancelled
November 7, 2012 by
Marion City Council has announced they will not hold their regular meeting on Monday, November 13, 2012. The meeting has been cancelled due to a lack of business. City Council will hold Committee meetings on Tuesday, November 20, 2012. The agendas for those meetings will be released late next week.
Marion Church Celebrates Kirking of the Tartan
November 7, 2012 by
The First Presbyterian Church in Marion held its annual “Kirking of the Tartan” on October 28. The Reformation Sunday Service included music by local bagpipers and Scottish treats were provided. Mark Melroy accompanied the Ohio Scottish Dancers on the pipes. The dancers were provided by Bethlehem Dance Education and Ministry Arts. They performed a traditional […]
Marion Tour to Take You Behind Closed Doors
November 7, 2012 by
On Saturday, November 10, 2012 from 1:00pm to 5:00pm, the Marion County Historical Society is inviting everyone to experience the opportunity to go Behind Closed Doors at five Marion locations not normally open to the public. Attendees will get to see the inside of the True Home, Marion Mausoleum, Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Chapel, inside […]
Soul Purpose Gospel Quartet Performing in Marion
November 7, 2012 by
Fair Park Community Baptist Church will be hosting Soul Purpose Gospel Quartet on Sunday, November 11, 2012 at 6:00pm. Their albums incorporate those good old gospel songs as well as more contemporary releases making a great collection of gospel music for all ages. Organizers say that with over 30 years experience in gospel music, this […]
