Aqua Ohio’s Marion Division will conduct water main flushing in the Marion County service area Monday, November 14 through Wednesday, November 16 between 8:00 am and 4:30 pm. “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, […]
Patrol reminds motorists that safety belts save lives
November 14, 2016 by
There is no disputing that wearing a safety belt can save your life. The Ohio State Highway Patrol is encouraging all motorists to buckle up this upcoming holiday season and continue to do so throughout the new year. From 2013-2015 1,151 people were killed in crashes across Ohio who were not wearing an available safety […]
2016 “Christmas at the Palace” set to take Palace Theatre stage
November 11, 2016 by
Taking center stage at the historic Marion Palace Theatre is the annual community production of “Christmas at the Palace” on Friday, December 2, 2016 at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, December 3 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, December 4 at 2:00 p.m. Written and directed by Clare Cooke, “Christmas at the Palace” includes a cast of 350 […]
Aqua Ohio names new Regional Engineer
November 11, 2016 by
Aqua Ohio (Aqua) has named Diane L. McConnell as the company’s new regional engineer. She comes to Aqua from Williams Northeast, where she served as a senior permitting specialist and senior engineer for operations in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Virginia and Ohio. McConnell’s responsibilities at Aqua will include infrastructure planning and execution, staff oversight and control […]
2017 funds now available for Local Agricultural Easement Purchase Program
November 11, 2016 by
The Ohio Department of Agriculture today announced that nine land trusts, four counties, one township and 11 Soil and Water Conservation Districts will receive funding to help preserve farmland across the state. These organizations will receive allocations from the Clean Ohio Fund to select, close and monitor easements under the Local Agricultural Easement Purchase Program […]
Cautious driving, insurance reviews stressed as deer activity peaks in Ohio
November 11, 2016 by
After the most deer-vehicle crashes on Ohio roadways in years, Lt. Governor Mary Taylor is stressing driver precaution this November, a peak month for deer movement. “The danger deer present combined with inattentive driving can lead to trouble,” said Taylor, also director of the Ohio Department of Insurance. “Committing to mindful driving and reviewing your […]
Election Results: Voters approve most levies, elect new Commissioner, keep Sheriff and others
November 9, 2016 by
Marion County voters approved every tax levy on the ballot with the exception of two additional taxes for Tri-Rivers Career Center and MARCA. They did approve a renewal levy for MARCA and a levy for the Village of Green Camp passed by just two votes. Andy Appelfeller, Tim Bailey, Brent Yager, and Julie Kagel all […]
Man arrested for allegedly setting several fires
November 9, 2016 by
Marion County Sheriff Tim Bailey and Marion Township Fire Department Chief Ben Meddles have announced the Tuesday morning arrest of a male suspect for setting a fire Monday night in the 1300 block of State Route 309 East. Since September 21, 2016 the Marion Township Fire Department has responded to four reported fires in the […]
La Nin᷈a may bring colder, snowier winter; Winter Safety Awareness Week is November 13-19
November 9, 2016 by
Last year, thanks to El Niño, Ohio and other Midwestern states had a pretty mild winter. But this year, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Climate Prediction Center, La Nin᷈ a will influence winter conditions, bringing wetter, cooler conditions to the northern United States. Forecasters say La Nin᷈ a will bring more […]
Government offices alter schedules for 2016 Veteran’s Day holiday
November 9, 2016 by
Mayor Scott Schertzer is announcing that offices in City Hall will be closed on Friday, November 11, 2016 in observance of Veteran’s Day. Due to City Hall being closed on Friday, most offices will be observing weekly early closure hours on Thursday, November 10. The following city departments will operate as noted: Sanitation crews will […]
