A community whose high school was destroyed the day before graduation by a tornado that killed seven people, including the valedictorian's father, rescheduled the ceremony as residents sifted through houses in many cases reduced to rubble.
String of Ohio Tornados Include One Near Mansfield
June 7, 2010 by
A tornado that killed seven people south of Toledo was one of a string of tornadoes that struck across northern Ohio over the weekend.
The National Weather Service says three others have been confirmed, all less severe than the deadly tornado. No injuries were reported in the others.
Patrol Canine Passes, Responsible for Millions in Seizures
June 5, 2010 by
The Ohio State Highway Patrol is mourning the loss recently of one of their successful and dedicated drug-detecting canines, Ringo, who had been with the Patrol since January 2000. K9 Ringo passed away on May 28, 2010. He retired from active duty in April 2009.
Warning Issued Over Handling Wild Animals
June 5, 2010 by
Marion Public Health is issuing an advisory to all citizens throughout the Marion City and County areas regarding any type of interaction or contact with wild animals. The health department has received several bite reports from people taking in wild animals.
City Council Committees Meet Monday
June 5, 2010 by
Several Marion City Council Committees meet Monday, June 7. Items up for discussion include the demolition of abandoned properties in the City, job descriptions, changing an alley to one-way, and more.
Two Marion Roads Closing For Construction
June 5, 2010 by
Two Marion County roads will be closed for part of this coming week due to construction at train crossings. All work is weather dependent; it may be postponed or cancelled without prior notice.
18th Annual Cruisin’ for Dialysis Is Saturday
June 4, 2010 by
The annual Cruisin’ for Dialysis is in downtown Marion Saturday, June 5. Vehicle registration runs from noon to 3:00 pm at Marion City Hall with events all day long.
The New Whiskey River Band will play from 2:00 to 4:00 pm. There will be a large raffle, including a 50” plasma television donated by Showplace Rent-To-Own. Cars will shoot the loop and awards will be given out at 6:00 pm.
McDonald’s Shrek Glasses Recalled
June 4, 2010 by
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with McDonald’s, has announced a voluntary recall of the “Shrek Forever After 3D” Collectable Drinking Glasses that the restaurant has been selling. Consumers should stop using the glasses immediately.
Hundreds Expected In Marion For Annual Poker Run
June 4, 2010 by
The 6th Annual Brandy Winfield Memorial Poker Run roars to life on Saturday with the departure of motorcycles at 12:00 pm and the parade of motorcycles through Marion upon returning. Before that, a more somber memorial service will be held at Winfield’s grave tonight (Friday).
Time Running Out To Apply For Tax Break
June 4, 2010 by
Senior citizens and disabled homeowners who are not already enrolled in the property tax relief program known as the homestead exemption have until Monday, June 7 to sign up for the 2010 tax year, according to the Ohio Department of Taxation.
