The unemployment rate for Marion County dipped a half percent in April 2012 to 7.9 percent down from 8.4 percent in March. The rate is at its lowest point since it stood at 7.7 percent in November 2008. A month later, the rate jumped to double digits where it remained for 28 months and reached a high of 12.4 percent.
Watchdog Urges Rejection of FirstEnergy Rate Proposal
May 22, 2012 by
FirstEnergy’s customers could be subjected to higher electricity rates than necessary if a new proposed rate plan is approved, the Office of the Ohio Consumers’ Counsel (OCC) said Monday.
State Patrol Kicks Off Annual Click It or Ticket Campaign
May 22, 2012 by
Motorists who refuse to wear their seat belts – beware. The 2012 national Click It or Ticket seat belt enforcement mobilization kicks off May 21 to help save lives by cracking down on those who don't buckle up. Ohio is again participating in the national mobilization to remind Ohioans to buckle up – day and night.
Two Marion Students Awarded $40k Scholarships
May 21, 2012 by
The opportunity to attend the scholars’ dream universities, that’s how Brad Bebout, president of Marion Community Foundation, describes the intention behind two new impact scholarships awarded by the Foundation this spring.
The two recipients of Marion Community Foundation’s Robert M. and Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarship are Lauren Thomas, a senior at Marion Harding High School, and Aron Gibson, a senior at River Valley High School.
Five City Council Committees to Meet Tuesday
May 21, 2012 by
Marion City Council will hold five committee meetings on Tuesday, May 22, 2012. Topics to be discussed include the proposed re-instatement of two police officers, a proposal to recombine the Safety and Service Director positions, a cleaning contract, grant project proposals, and updates on the aquatic center, Downtown Marion, and Marion CANDO.
Sheriff’s Office Apprehend Suspects in Several Burglaries
May 21, 2012 by
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man and plans charges for two other people after assisting the Morrow County Sheriff’s Office in apprehending a burglary suspect. The suspects are believed to be involved in several burglaries in the area.
Last Week of Spring Hydrant Flushing Set
May 21, 2012 by
Aqua Ohio’s Marion Division (recently acquired from Ohio American Water) will conduct water main flushing in the Marion County service area Monday, May 21 through Friday, May 25 between 8:00 am and 12:30 am.
Church, Volunteers to “Paint the Town” in Downtown Marion
May 18, 2012 by
On Saturday, May 19, Downtown Marion will be partnering with APEX Church for their "Paint the Town" initiative. The day will begin with a free breakfast at 9:00am for volunteers at the church located at 162 West Center Street and will then be followed by a number of activities, including painting some of the building fronts in Downtown Marion, cleaning vacant store windows, planting flowers, pulling weeds, and the ongoing trash pickup.
Marion YMCA Offering Youth Summer Camps
May 18, 2012 by
The Marion Family YMCA is encouraging parents to help keep their kids physically active and mentally engaged by signing them up for the Y’s summer sport and exploration camps. Summer is a critical out-of-school time when children and teens can benefit from enriched learning, new experiences and making new friendships. The Y says their camp offers all of this and more.
Unemployment Rate Down Slightly as More Leave Workforce
May 18, 2012 by
Ohio's unemployment rate was 7.4 percent in April, down from 7.5 percent in March, according to data released by the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS). Ohio's nonfarm wage and salary employment fell 3,400 over the month, from the revised 5,141,300 in March to 5,137,900 in April.
