New Hours For Marion Public Health Offices

Beginning Monday, May 10, 2010 all Divisions of Marion Public Health will operate Monday-Friday from 8:00am-4:30pm.

Water Rates Going Up, But Less Than Requested

The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) Wednesday authorized Ohio American Water Company to increase water and wastewater rates at a much lower rate than was requested. With the approval of the new rates, the company will generate an additional $2.6 million annually, a 7.1 percent increase over current operating revenues.

Mail Carriers Collecting Mail and Food on Saturday

Pleasant, RV School Levies Fail, Pleasant Fire Passes

The unofficial election results are in for the 2010 Primary Election in Marion County. Pleasant School's earned income tax levy and River Valley's phased-in property tax levy have both failed to win over voters.

Marion Man Sought For Violating Probation

The Marion County Adult Probation Department is seeking Jason F. Rayburn for probation violation. He is 37-years-old, 5'9", 185 lbs, with brown eyes and brown hair.

Marion Students Celebrate Arbor Day With POET

Students from Heritage Christian School in Marion helped celebrate Arbor Day by planting a tree and learning about ethanol at POET-Marion.

Proposal Would Save City Over $340k

On Monday, May 3, Marion City Council Finance Committee passed on an issue to the full Council that would save the City of Marion over $343,000 over the next ten years.

City Auditor Kelly Carr submitted the proposal to Council that would in effect merge two outstanding bonds together to create a single bond valued at nearly $11 million and re-issue that new bond.

Safety Urged During Motorcycle Awareness Month

To kick-off Motorcycle Awareness Month, the Ohio State Highway Patrol and American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) are continuing their Ride Smart. Drive Smart. safety education partnership.

Victim Assistance Poster Contest Winners Named

Palace Theatre Hosting Classes For Adults

Adults are invited to enroll in the following Arts Palace classes being held at the Marion Palace Theatre. The registration deadline is one week before each class is scheduled to begin.