Friday, March 3, 2017 is the deadline for initial and renewal of CAUV application forms. These annual forms need to be in the Marion County Auditor’s Office before the first Monday in March. As of February 28, 115 renewals have not yet been received by the Auditor’s Office. Failure to renew can cost farmers thousands […]
82 non-U.S. citizens voted in recent elections, equal .0014 percent of total votes cast in November
March 1, 2017 by
Ohio Secretary of State Jon Husted’s office has identified 82 non-U.S. citizens who have illegally voted in recent Ohio elections. The cases have been referred to law enforcement for further investigation and possible prosecution. Letters will be sent to 303 registered voters identified as non-citizens who didn’t cast ballots, asking them to cancel their voter […]
Ohioans urged to “Investigate Before You Invest” to help prevent fraud
March 1, 2017 by
As part of America Saves Week 2017, February 27 – March 4, the Ohio Department of Commerce – Division of Securities is partnering with the North American Securities Administrators Association (NASAA) to urge Ohio investors to “investigate before you invest” to help prevent investment fraud as part of the national savings campaign. “One of our […]
Auditions set for vaudeville show
February 27, 2017 by
The Marion County Historical Society is seeking volunteer performers, age 10-60, to perform in a Vaudeville Show to be presented at the Time Travellers’ Faire on May 6, 2017. Auditions will be held on Thursday, March 2, 2017, 6-8 PM, in the auditorium of the Heritage Hall Museum. Singers should prepare a selection from classic […]
Tallgrass Trail hosting programs on owls and frogs
February 27, 2017 by
The Marion County Park District will host two nature programs at the Tallgrass Trail this week. Thursday, March 2, 2017 at 4:30 p.m., naturalist James Anderson will present “Owls of Ohio.” Guests will dissect owl pellets, and then go for a sunset hike to search for owls. Program is suitable for all ages. Friday, March […]
Portion of Bellefontaine Avenue to close for sewer repairs
February 27, 2017 by
Bellefontaine Avenue from Cheney Avenue to Davids Street will be closed from Tuesday, February 28 at 7:00 am through Friday, March 3 at 5:00 pm. City of Marion Sewer Maintenance crews will be repairing a sanitary sewer at this location.
Rep. Goodman appointed to Ohio House committees
February 24, 2017 by
Speaker of the Ohio House Clifford A. Rosenberger (R-Clarksville) recently announced that State Representative Wes Goodman (R-Cardington) has been appointed to serve on three Ohio House committees. During the 132nd General Assembly, Goodman will serve on the following committees: Federalism & Interstate Relations Higher Education & Workforce Development State & Local Government Ways & Means […]
OhioHealth offering tobacco cessation classes in 2017
February 24, 2017 by
OhioHealth Marion General Hospital is here to help those who are determined to quit tobacco. Participants will learn a positive approach to becoming a non-tobacco user, strategies to recover from tobacco addiction, the barriers to tobacco cessation, the health benefits of choosing a tobacco-free lifestyle, nicotine-replacement options, motivational exercises and techniques for stress management. Organizers […]
Ohio medical marijuana supply limits would be strictest in country
February 24, 2017 by
Proposed limits on how much medical marijuana Ohio patients could buy and possess would be among the strictest the country. Patients could buy and possess up to 6 ounces of plant material or marijuana products containing the equivalent amount of THC in a 90-day period. That puts Ohio on par with New Jersey and Washington […]
Local college graduates encouraged to apply for Statehouse Fellowship
February 22, 2017 by
State Representative Dorothy Pelanda (R-Marysville) announced that the Ohio Legislative Service Commission is accepting applications for its 13-month Legislative and Telecommunications Fellowship Program. The commission will hire 24 fellows to work with members of the Ohio General Assembly during 2018. “The Fellowship Program is a wonderful way for college graduates to gain first-hand knowledge of […]
