The Marion Police Department is looking for Paul McKenzie and is seeking tips as to his whereabouts. There is currently a warrant for his arrest through the Adult Parole Authority. Paul McKenzie is a white male, 35 years old, 6’2, 180 lbs, with green eyes. If you see McKenzie, you are urged to call the […]
Clyde announces run for Secretary of State
May 17, 2017 by
Democratic State Rep. Kathleen Clyde, a prominent advocate for voting rights, launched her campaign for Ohio secretary of state Tuesday, pledging to making voting in Ohio as easy and accessible as possible. Speaking next to a voting booth at a Columbus arts complex, Clyde said that as Ohio’s chief elections official, she would seek to […]
Marion Palace Theatre announces 2017-18 season lineup
May 15, 2017 by
The Palace Cultural Arts Association (PCAA), better known to the community as the Marion Palace Theatre, has announced the entertainment schedule for the 2017-18 Season. A wide variety of entertainment opportunities (details below) includes 9 national and regional touring artists on the main stage, 6 local Palace Productions, 4 School Matinee shows, 3 Sunday with […]
Second Half 2016 real estate taxes due June 20
May 15, 2017 by
Second half 2016 real estate tax bills will be mailed next week and are due by Tuesday, June 20th to avoid penalty according to Marion County Treasurer, Jan Draper. Taxpayers who have not received their tax bills by May 26th are urged to call the Treasurer’s Office at 740-223-4030, Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm. […]
Chronic absenteeism a growing concern in Ohio schools
May 15, 2017 by
If your child misses school for a doctor’s appointment, it’s no big deal, right? Miss another when family visits from out of town? It happens. Just have a crazy morning and miss the bus? No big deal. She’ll make it tomorrow. But it all adds up more than parents realize. If a child misses just […]
Attorney General, FTC take action against alleged computer repair scam
May 15, 2017 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine and the Federal Trade Commission today announced a joint lawsuit against the operators of an alleged computer repair scam. The action is part of a nationwide sweep against sham tech-support services. According to the lawsuit, Repair All PC and several related companies and individuals tricked consumers into paying for unnecessary […]
Marion campus awards $13,500 in scholarships to middle school “mathletes”
May 12, 2017 by
Middle schoolers from Cardington, Elgin, Highland, Grant, North Union, Pandora Gilboa, Pleasant, Ridgedale, and River Valley, descended on the Marion campus Friday, May 5, 2017 to put their math skills to the test. Marion Technical College and The Ohio State University at Marion awarded a combined $13,500 in scholarships to top three scorers in grades […]
2017 Spring Hydrant Flushing – Week 6
May 12, 2017 by
Aqua Ohio’s Marion Division will conduct water main flushing in the Marion County service area Monday, May 15 through Friday, May 19 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. “Flushing is an important part of our system’s regular maintenance program. It ensures hydrants and valves are working properly and helps prevent sediment buildup,” said Don Scott, […]
Ohio AG warns against online puppy scams
May 12, 2017 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine has warned consumers to beware of online puppy scams, where sellers take money for puppies they never deliver. Con artists post pictures online advertising desirable breeds and then never provide the puppy. The Ohio Attorney General’s Office has received about 40 puppy scam complaints in 2017, with an average reported […]
Ohio lawmakers, FOP propose stronger “move over” law
May 12, 2017 by
A bipartisan pair of lawmakers are proposing harsher penalties for drivers who fail to move over for an emergency vehicle if his or her actions result in injury or death after two Northeast Ohio officers were killed while working on the side of the highway. Ohio’s “move over law” requires drivers to move for stopped […]
