Flu season has officially begun in Ohio. The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend that everyone six months old and older get the flu vaccine to protect against seasonal flu viruses. In Ohio, flu season begins in October and runs through spring, with cases typically spiking […]
Over 200 pounds of medications collected at 2016 Fall Drop Off
October 26, 2016 by
Once again, Marion County citizens lined up to drop off unused medication at the fall Medication Disposal Day. This year, sponsors added paper shredding to the event. This feature was sponsored by DKMM Solid Waste district and resulted in the collection of just under 1 ton of paper to be shredded. The Take Back Day […]
Marion probation department honored for work
October 26, 2016 by
Director Gary Mohr of the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction recently honored the Marion County Common Pleas Probation Department with statewide recognition. The local probation department was one of two probation departments in Ohio who were presented with the Cliff Skeen Award, which recognizes excellence in community corrections. The award, which is presented annually, […]
Palace Theatre to feature Ronnie Milsap, “Storks” movie this weekend
October 26, 2016 by
Tickets are still available to see country music legend, Ronnie Milsap live in concert at the historic Marion Palace Theatre on Friday, October 28 at 8 p.m. With 8 Grammy Awards and 40 #1 country hits under his belt, Ronnie is considered one of the most successful and versatile country “crossover” singers of his time […]
Marion church holding Fall Festival
October 26, 2016 by
Mount Vernon Avenue Church of Christ, 979 Mt. Vernon Avenue in Marion, is having a Fall Festival on Saturday, October 29, 2016 from 2:00pm until 5:00pm. Candy, prizes, video game room, door prizes, and games for all ages. Organizers promise loads of fun for the whole family. The public is invited to wear their costumes […]
Ohio AG, Prevent Blindness, Optical Dispensers Board warn against “dangerous” contacts for Halloween
October 26, 2016 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine, The Ohio Affiliate of Prevent Blindness, and the Ohio Optical Dispensers Board have joined forces to warn consumers about the dangers of wearing decorative contact lenses without a valid prescription this Halloween season. They remind the public that it is illegal for anyone to dispense or sell contact lenses without […]
Marion professor helps launch university-wide teaching institute
October 24, 2016 by
Ohio State Marion, Professor Emeritus, Dr. Mary Jo Fresch (College of Education and Human Ecology) was recently selected to serve as a faculty fellow for Ohio State’s newly formed University Institute for Teaching and Learning. The University Institute for Teaching and Learning was developed as part of Ohio State President, Dr. Michael V. Drake’s 2020 […]
LaRue man killed in weekend crash
October 24, 2016 by
Troopers from the Marion Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol are investigating a fatal crash that occurred on Saturday, October 22, 2016. The crash occurred on State Route 309 near Holland Road in Marion Township at approximately 6:00pm. A 1995 Chevy S10 was operated by Vernon Mount, 53, of LaRue, Ohio. Mount was traveling […]
OhioHealth to offer free skin cancer screenings in Marion
October 24, 2016 by
Melanoma is the fifth most common cancer for males and the seventh most common cancer for females. OhioHealth says they are taking a stand against skin cancer by offering free skin cancer screenings at their Radiation Oncology facility to the Marion community. This skin cancer screening includes a visual inspection of your skin by a […]
Municipal Court closed on Thursday
October 24, 2016 by
The Marion Municipal Court reports that all 2nd floor court offices, including the Clerk’s office and the Law Directors office will be closed all day on Thursday, October 27, 2016.
