The latest poll shows Ohio Governor Ted Strickland is keeping a small lead over his Republican challenger John Kasich, 43% to 38%.
Marion Street Closing for Sewer Repairs
June 28, 2010 by
Park Street, between Short Street and East Mark Street, will be closed from 7:00 am Tuesday, June 29, through 5:00 pm Thursday.
The City of Marion Sewer Maintenance Department will be doing repair at this location.
Petition Withdrawal Allows Video Slots to Move Forward
June 28, 2010 by
A challenge to racetrack slot machines was pulled from November's ballot on Monday, and Gov. Ted Strickland moved swiftly toward getting the budget-saving gambling devices up and running.
HEAP Summer Crisis Program Begins Thursday
June 28, 2010 by
Ohio Department of Development Director Lisa Patt-McDaniel says funding to assist eligible households with summer cooling costs through the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) Summer Crisis Program is available July 1, 2010 through August 31, 2010.
Canned Food, Senior Citizens, and Veterans Day at Fair
June 28, 2010 by
The Marion County Fair really gets going today (Monday) as public events get underway. Visitors can get free admission today for bringing canned food with them or simply being a senior citizen or veteran.
Concert Series at Meeker Sportsman Club
June 28, 2010 by
The Meeker Sportsman Club is hosting a series of “House Concerts” for an up close and personal performance with artists from across the country. This type of concert is typically held in a home, back yard or small private space which makes for a unique and interactive experience.
Two Killed in Marion County Crash
June 27, 2010 by
Troopers from the Marion Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol are investigating a crash that occurred Saturday, June 6, at 10:20 pm. The crash killed two people and took place on State Route 4 north of Newmans Cardington Road.
Long Agenda Awaits City Council Monday
June 26, 2010 by
Marion City Council meets on Monday to discuss a long agenda, including nine ordinances that call for issuing new bond notes. Before the full Council meets, two committees will meet and that could mean even more things for the full Council to discuss.
Monday is Seniors’ Day at Marion County Fair
June 26, 2010 by
The Marion County Fair is celebrating 160 years in our community, and once again Marion General Hospital says they are proudly co-sponsoring Seniors’ Day at the Fair in partnership with Kingston Residence and the Marion Council on Aging.
US 23 Lane Closure Begins Monday
June 26, 2010 by
Starting Monday, June 28, US Route 23 will be reduced to one lane in each direction in various sections between Linn-Hipsher Road and the Wyandot County line. The closures will be from 7:00 am to 7:30 pm for pavement repair. The work is expected to be completed by July 9.
All work is weather dependent and it may be postponed or cancelled without prior notice.
