In recognition of National Doctors’ Day, Kathy D. Dixon, MD, family practice physician, was chosen by Marion General Hospital associates as MGH Physician of the Year for 2012. A media release stated, "Dr. Dixon’s unexpected death this past December was a loss felt by our hospital and our entire community."
Dixon Named MGH Physician of the Year
April 11, 2012 by
Terradise Garden Tour is Sunday
April 11, 2012 by
On Sunday, April 15, Trella Romine will open the riverside garden at her home, Terradise, at 1536 Whetstone River Road North southwest of Caledonia, for visitors from 1:00 until 4:00 P.M. The six acre area has over twenty-five species of trees and shrubs.
Fry Wanted on Three Warrants
April 11, 2012 by
The Marion Police Department is seeking Mason D. Fry. He was previously highlighed as their "Warrant of the Week" in late February. He is a 19-year-old white male with blonde hair and blue eyes. He stands 5-feet 8-inches tall and weighs 145 lbs. His last known address was 209 Bellevue Avenue.
Simple Gifts to Perform on Marion Campus
April 10, 2012 by
The Five Nights on Campus cultural and performing arts series is set to present the ethnic folk stylings of Simple Gifts, Thursday, April 12, 7:30 p.m., in Morrill Hall Auditorium at The Ohio State University at Marion, 1465 Mt. Vernon Avenue, Marion, OH.
Elgin FFA Chapter Receives Gold Medal Rating
April 10, 2012 by
In the Ohio FFA State Association, the Elgin FFA Chapter was one of 40 chapters that recently earned the Gold recognition. The State FFA Association will present this award at the Ohio FFA Convention.
Four Cases on Schedule for Supreme Court Session in Marion
April 10, 2012 by
The Supreme Court of Ohio has confirmed the four cases it will hear in official session in Marion County on Wednesday, April 25, as part of its semiannual Off-Site Court Program. Oral arguments will be held before the seven Justices of the Supreme Court at 9 a.m. at the Marion County Court of Common Pleas, 100 North Main Street, in Marion.
MGH Receives American Heart Association Award
April 9, 2012 by
Marion General Hospital has received the Get With the Guidelines–Heart Failure (GWTG–Heart Failure) Gold Quality Achievement Award from the American Heart Association, according to a media release. Get With The Guidelines is a quality improvement initiative that provides hospital staff with tools that follow proven evidence-based guidelines and procedures in caring for heart failure patients to prevent future hospitalizations.
Democratic Caucus to Be Held at Tri-Rivers
April 9, 2012 by
A Democratic caucus will be held April 12 at 6:30pm at Tri-Rivers Career Center, 2222 Marion-Mt. Gilead Road in Marion. The Marion Democratic Caucus has been apportioned four district-level delegates for the old 4th Congressional district.
Fahey Bank Promotes Ferguson and Luman
April 9, 2012 by
The Fahey Bank recently approved the promotions of Jon Ferguson and Carrie Luman.
Ohio State Increases Financial Aid by $50 Million
April 9, 2012 by
The Ohio State University has announced a $50 million increase in student financial aid over the next four years. The initiatives include new scholarships and grants that will help additional students attend the university each year.
