The Marion Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a four-vehicle injury crash. The crash occurred in Marion Count on US 23 near the Delaware County line at approximately 3:31pm on Sunday, June 3.
Estrada Wanted for Probation Violation
June 4, 2012 by
The Marion County Adult Probation Department is seeking 23-year-old Jared Estrada for a probation violation. He is a white male, 5'10" tall and 200 lbs with blue eyes and blonde hair. His last known address is 658 David Street in Marion.
River Valley FFA Members Earn State Level Awards
June 1, 2012 by
18 members of the River Valley FFA Chapter attended the 84th Ohio State FFA Convention at the beginning of May. Several of the members were recognized with various awards for their work, including six members who earned their State FFA Degree.
HEAP Summer Crisis Program Begins
June 1, 2012 by
Due to the mild Ohio winter and the anticipation of more days of extreme heat this summer, the Ohio Department of Development will begin the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) Summer Crisis Program on June 1, 2012 instead of July 1, 2012. The program will run through August 31, 2012. Administered by the Ohio Department of Development's Office of Community Assistance, HEAP assists eligible households with cooling costs.
“The Pirates! Band of Misfits” to Play at Palace Theatre
June 1, 2012 by
The creators of "Chicken Run" and "Wallace & Gromit" have teamed up to bring a new animated adventure to the big screen."The Pirates! Band of Misfits" is described by IMDB.com as a story about a Pirate Captain who sets out on a mission to defeat his rivals Black Bellamy and Cutlass Liz for the Pirate of the year Award. The quest takes Captain and his crew from the shores of Blood Island to the foggy streets of Victorian London. This film is appropriate for families and rated PG for mild action, rude humor and some language.
Four Big Community Events, Fundraisers Set for this Weekend
June 1, 2012 by
This weekend is annually one of the biggest for Marion. Events this weekend include Relay for Life, Winfield Poker Run, Cruisin’ for Dialysis, and the Hot Tamale Bike Tour. They mean thousands of visitors and huge impact for local charities as each one of the events serves as a fundraiser for one or more other groups.
Organizations Come Together to Send Kids to Clippers Game
May 31, 2012 by
Several organizations came together to provide 22 Marion children a special day of baseball and memories. Thanks to their generosity, the Boys & Girls Club of Marion County members got to experience the Columbus Clippers game as part of Marion Day on Sunday, May 20.
Marion Salvation Army Holding Produce Give Away
May 31, 2012 by
The Salvation Army, located at 317 West Church Street, will be having a free produce giveaway on Friday, June 1 from 11:00am to 1:00pm. You must be able to sign an income eligibility form.
Real Estate Tax Bills Mailed Out, Due June 8
May 31, 2012 by
Second half 2011 real estate tax bills were mailed out last week and are due Wednesday, June 20th to avoid penalty according to Marion County Treasurer, Jan Draper.
Taxpayers who have not received their tax bills by Friday, June 8th are urged to call the Treasurer’s Office at 223-4030, Monday through Thursday, 9:00am to 4:00pm and Friday, 8:30am to 12:30pm.
May Kicks-Off Trauma Season
May 31, 2012 by
Nationally this summer nearly three million children will be rushed to emergency rooms for serious injuries resulting from motor vehicle crashes, drowning, bike crashes, pedestrian incidents, falls and other hazards.
Trauma Season is the time when injuries tend to peak during the summer months (May-August) for children ages 14 and younger, so the Ohio Division of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is encouraging parents and caregivers to take extra precaution while children are participating in activities.
