Ohio Auditor of State Dave Yost Thursday released a new tool to help cities and counties better assess their financial health and make informed budgetary decisions to avoid potential future fiscal stress. “This effort has one goal: Help improve the financial health of our communities by providing a ‘fiscal physical’ to pinpoint potential problem areas,” […]
Marion County passes State Auditor report with no issues, City of Marion shows three concerns
January 27, 2017 by
PUCO reminds consumers of the Winter Reconnect Order
January 27, 2017 by
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) reminds Ohioans of the Winter Reconnect Order to help consumers reconnect or maintain electric and natural gas service during the winter heating season between Oct. 17, 2016 and April 14, 2017. Any customer of a PUCO-regulated electric or natural gas utility may take advantage of the order. Last […]
Federal magistrate rules against Ohio death penalty method
January 27, 2017 by
A federal magistrate judge on Thursday barred the use of a three-drug cocktail the state of Ohio planned to use to execute death-row inmates, declaring the method the state prefers to be unconstitutional. Magistrate Judge Michael Merz of Dayton also halted the executions of three inmates scheduled to be executed in the coming months, two […]
Harding’s Rismiller named Assistant Principal of the Year by statewide organization
January 25, 2017 by
The Ohio Association of Secondary School Administrators announced this month that it has selected Harding High School Assistant Principal Ryan Rismiller as its 2017 Assistant Principal of the Year. Rismiller will be the state’s nominee to the National Association of Secondary School Administrators recognition program to be held in July in Philadelphia. He will also […]
Marion unemployment rate jumped in December
January 25, 2017 by
The unemployment rate for Marion County jumped higher in December 2016 to 5.0 percent, up from 4.6 percent in November 2016. The increase is not unusual as it has traditional increased in December over the past several years. If that holds, it will also mean another increase in January. December’s increase comes with 100 fewer […]
“Fences” Showing January 27-29 at Marion Palace Theatre
January 25, 2017 by
The historic Marion Palace Theatre, located in downtown Marion, will show the award-nominated drama “Fences” on Friday, January 27 at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, January 28 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, January 29 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Jack Rodgers with Rovi provides the following synopsis of the film. Denzel Washington directed […]
LaRue man killed in weekend crash
January 23, 2017 by
Troopers from the Marion Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol are investigating a fatal crash that occurred on Sunday, January 22, 2017. The crash occurred on State Route 95 just east of LaRue in Montgomery Township at approximately 12:35am. Investigators said a 1928 Ford Model A was operated by Thomas K. Young, 53, of […]
Application period opens for 2017 Community Foundation scholarship program
January 23, 2017 by
A simple thank you can best explain the focus and importance of the Marion Community Foundation Scholarship Program. Kara Kubbs, a Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarship recipient, wrote, “The generosity you have offered the community is amazing; and, I am appreciative. You have continued to help me pursue my dream, as well as […]
PUCO offers utility tips for small businesses
January 23, 2017 by
Small business owners know the importance of managing expenses to boost the bottom line. Utility services including electric, natural gas and telephone are essential to running a business, but they do not have to break the budget. By understanding utility services and implementing conservation habits, small business owners can reduce energy waste and develop energy […]
Employers & organizations sought for annual campus-based job fair
January 19, 2017 by
Central Ohio area employers seeking qualified candidates to fill entry level through career positions, as well as internships and educational/training opportunities are encouraged to participate in the 14th Annual Marion Campus Job, Internship, & Education Fair. Marion Technical College, The Ohio State University at Marion, Ohio Means Jobs – Marion County, and iHeartMedia, Inc. have […]
