Marion General Hospital recently celebrated the contributions made by its volunteers with a banquet and entertainment at the Marion Palace Theatre. Over the past year, the more than 300 volunteers contributed nearly 40,000 hours of time and donated approximately $250,000 through various fundraising efforts conducted by the TWIG groups.
Marion General Hospital Volunteers Recognized
May 17, 2012 by
Goodwill Industries Names Kaiser to Board
May 17, 2012 by
Marion Goodwill Industries, Inc. has announced the appointment of Pastor Tyrone Kaiser to its Board of Trustees.
The mission of Marion Goodwill Industries is to assist individuals with disabilities and other special needs to attain self-sufficiency through employment and training, thus enabling them to reach their maximum potential in the community.
Turning Point Holding Annual 5K Run/Walk
May 17, 2012 by
The fifth annual Baguette Run – a first step against domestic violence – is being held June 23th and will begin at the Panera Bread Café on Route 95, Marion, at 8:00 am. The event is to raise funds for victims of domestic violence and their families.
Ohio AG Warns Older Ohioans about Job Opportunity Scams
May 17, 2012 by
During Older Americans Month in May, Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine is warning Ohio senior citizens to be cautious of job opportunity scams that could cost them thousands of dollars.
State Republicans Back Off Welfare Drug Testing – For Now
May 17, 2012 by
Ohio Senate Republicans dodged one fight Wednesday as they pulled back for now on a controversial proposal to drug test welfare applicants that had advocates for the poor and Democrats ready to rumble.
Ohio Senate Passes Pension Overhaul
May 17, 2012 by
After nearly three years of stalemate and delay, public pension system boards, retiree groups, worker unions and state senators grudgingly swallowed a bitter pill: generous benefits are no longer sustainable in the face of retirees living longer and stock market gains lagging.
Boyz II Men, Thompson, Journey Tribute Announced for Popcorn Fest
May 16, 2012 by
The lineup for the 32nd Marion Popcorn Festival has been announced. It includes one of the most iconic R & B groups of all time, Boyz II Men, on Saturday, September 8, new country sensation Josh Thompson on Friday, September 7, and The Ultimate Journey Xperience, a Journey tribute on Thursday, September 6. All performances begin at 8:30 p.m. and are free to Festival attendees.
OSUM Students Learn Giving Through Grant
May 16, 2012 by
Ohio State faculty are teaching students philanthropy, the value of volunteering, and the impact charitable organizations have on our community, and thanks in part to a recent grant award, they are reinforcing a valuable life lesson, “it is better to give than receive.”
Brandy Winfield Memorial Poker Run Set for 8th Year
May 16, 2012 by
The Brandy Winfield Memorial Fundraiser Corporation has announced plans for the 8th Annual Brandy Winfield Memorial Poker Run to be held on Saturday, June 2, 2012 at the Marion County Fairgrounds Veterans Memorial Coliseum, 220 E. Fairground St., Marion, Ohio.
Smith Wanted for Three Warrants
May 16, 2012 by
The Marion Police Department is seeking Leo Smith for three warrants. He is a 51-year-old black male with black hair and brown eyes. He stands 6-feet 4-inches tall and weighs 205 lbs. His last known address was 429 Oak Street.
