The Let’s Read 20 Community Reading Initiative invites community participation in the world’s largest annual shared reading experience on Thursday, October 27, 2016. The event, named Read for the Record (RFTR), is held annually and organized by Jumpstart, a national organization focused on promoting early childhood education thru quality preschool programming leading to kindergarten readiness. […]
Popcorn Festival, Marion campus hosting Zombie 5K
October 17, 2016 by
The Marion campus and Marion Popcorn Festival are joining forces to host The Running Dead: Zombies Unleashed 5K Run, on Saturday, October 22nd on the Marion campus The race starts at the Alber Student Center, where runners will endure a 5K run through a zombie-infested course. Participants are encouraged to test their speed, endurance, and […]
2016 Fall Hydrant Flushing – Week 6 Schedule
October 17, 2016 by
Aqua Ohio’s Marion Division will conduct water main flushing in the Marion County service area Monday, October 17 through Friday, October 21, 2016 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 […]
Ohioans warned about costly “Fake Check” scam
October 17, 2016 by
Ohio Lieutenant Governor Mary Taylor is warning Ohioans that an international mail fraud “fake check” scam has resurfaced in the state that could lead to thousands of dollars in personal losses. Criminals are mailing letters with counterfeit checks instructing recipients to deposit the check and return the amount as a processing fee to “obtain” non-existent […]
Open burning precautions given for Fall wildfire season
October 17, 2016 by
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) urges Ohioans to be aware of the state’s outdoor burning regulations and take necessary precautions if they are planning to burn debris this fall. Ohio law states outdoor debris burning is prohibited from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. during October and November. Burning is limited in the fall […]
Marion Sheriff announces expansion of Senior Watch program
October 14, 2016 by
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is expanding their Senior Watch program that has been active in the Village of Prospect for several months now, according the Sheriff Tim Bailey. The program will now be expanded to the whole county so that Marion County’s elderly and special needs population can be better protected. A deputy sheriff […]
Campus prairie to conduct prescribed burn
October 14, 2016 by
A wildfire management course from The Ohio State University’s Columbus campus will conduct a controlled prairie burn at the Larry R. Yoder Prairie Learning Lab on the Marion campus, Saturday October 22, 2016, weather permitting. According to Ohio State Marion staff member Marketa Lillard, who co-coordinates activities on the prairie with Professor Bob Klips, the […]
Tom Hanks stars in the movie “Sully” at the Palace Theatre
October 14, 2016 by
On October 15 and 16, 2016, the Marion Palace Theatre will present the biography drama “Sully,” directed by Clint Eastwood. Tom Hanks stars in this portrait of airline pilot Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger, which depicts his successful emergency landing of an Airbus A320 on the Hudson River in January 2009. As Sully was being heralded by […]
Fall colors gaining momentum throughout Ohio
October 14, 2016 by
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) invites Ohioans to view fall’s brilliant colors as the state reaches the height of leaf peeping season. Don’t miss the opportunity to also celebrate Earth Science Week, designed to engage young people and others regarding Ohio’s collection of natural wonders, landforms and resources. “Color is definitely now beginning […]
During Fire Prevention Week, Fire Marshal urges preparation
October 14, 2016 by
October 9 – 15, 2016 is Fire Prevention Week, and the State Fire Marshal’s office is encouraging all Ohioans to think of at least one thing they can do to prevent or prepare for a fire in their homes. The “What can you do?” social media campaign highlights pledges to take action when it comes […]
