The G&R Tavern in Waldo celebrated their 50th anniversary on June 9, 2012 with a raffle for a 55” Visio television. The winner of the television was Corky Thomas of Marion. The big winner, however, was Veterans Memorial Park in Marion.
Waldo Business Celebrates 50 Years, Raises Funds for Veterans Park
June 15, 2012 by
Marion Concert Band Kicks Off Summer Concert Series
June 15, 2012 by
The Marion Concert Band will kick off their summer concert series Sunday, June 18, at the Erickson Pavilion in McKinley Park in Marion. Various groups will perform there each Sunday evening at 7:00pm during the summer months.
Black Wanted for Probation Violation
June 15, 2012 by
The Marion County Adult Probation Department is seeking 26-year-old Brandon Black for a probation violation. He is a black male, 6'1" tall and 205 lbs with brown eyes and black hair. He is originally from Detroit, MI, but his last known address is 434 North Prospect Street in Marion.
Two Vacation Bible Schools Take Place Next Week
June 15, 2012 by
Two Vacation Bible Schools (VBS) kick off next week, June 18-22, in the Marion area. One is at Timothy Lutheran Church while the other is at Central Baptist Church.
Ohio House Passes Changes to Concealed Carry Law
June 14, 2012 by
Concealed handgun permit holders could legally have clips loaded with bullets next to their weapons in their cars under legislation approved Wednesday by the Ohio House.
House lawmakers voted, 57-26, for the measure, which also would lift other restrictions in the concealed carry law.
Water Rates to Increase for Marion Customers
June 14, 2012 by
Water and sewer rates are scheduled to increase for customers of the recently sold Ohio American Water (OAW) after the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) Wednesday approved a settlement between the utility and the PUCO Staff.
The rate increase will be lower than what OAW, now known as Aqua Ohio Water Company, originally proposed as a result of negotiations among the utility, the Office of the Ohio Consumers’ Counsel (OCC), and the PUCO Staff in two related cases.
Palace Theatre Seeking Volunteers
June 14, 2012 by
Wednesday, June 20 at 5:30pm in the Palace Theatre May Pavilion, Palace volunteer board member Tyler Pigman will meet with potential Palace volunteers during an orientation session. The Palace hopes to build a volunteer corps with people ranging from juniors in high school to retirees that wish to give back to the community.
Ohio AG Applauds Passage of New Human Trafficking Bill
June 14, 2012 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today applauded the passage of a bill that will help rescue and protect children who have fallen prey to human traffickers in Ohio.
The bill, which would increase penalties for perpetrators of human trafficking and increase help available for victims, is now on its way to Governor John Kasich for his signature.
Marion Elections Board is Seeking New Deputy Director
June 13, 2012 by
Following the resignation of Sarah Baughman, the Marion County Board of Elections is seeking applicants for the position of Deputy Director. Qualified candidates must be affiliated with the Democratic Party reside within Marion County or be able to relocate within 30 days of accepting the position.
Miniature Golf Fundraiser to Help Local Church
June 13, 2012 by
Paradise Park is partnering with Family.Life.Church to offer support for Teen.Life to attend the U252 youth conference this summer. For every paid adult through June 17, Teen.Life will receive $3. They will also receive $2 for every child.
