The Marion County Commissioners Thursday approved a bid to pave a parking lot at the Beidler Center, part of the Marion County Board of Developmental Disabilities.
Pleasant School Board Makes Painful Cuts
May 26, 2010 by
A group of concerned parents, students, and residents attended the Pleasant School Board meeting Monday, May 24. While passionate speeches were made, board members said the cuts had to be made to make up for shortfalls in the budget. Without new money, school officials warn the next round of cuts will be even worse.
Commissioners Chose Projects To Fund With Grants
May 26, 2010 by
The Marion County Commissioners Tuesday made their final project choices to be funded with funds from the Small Cities Community Development Block Grant, or CDBG. The projects include drainage for Green Camp and Oak-Knolls subdivision, handicap doors, and a transportation study.
Over 16 Positions Could Be Cut At Pleasant
May 19, 2010 by
The Pleasant Board of Education discussed multiple cuts to teachers and programs during a meeting on Monday, May 17. The Board will meet again on Monday, May 24, to make the final list of cuts and vote on the measure. The moves are expected to save over $750,000 during the next school year.
New Marion County Dog Warden Appointed
May 14, 2010 by
The Marion County Commissioners on Thursday appointed Amie Adams as the new Marion County Dog Warden.
Adams has been with the Dog Warden’s office for several years and has been acting as the interim warden since the retirement of Jane Watts. Watts retired effective April 7.
Council Argues Over Federal Grant
May 11, 2010 by
Marion City Council met to discuss a federal grant awarded the City to pay for energy efficiency upgrades to City Hall. Before the discussion ended, voices were raised and tempers flared.
Survey Seeks Workforce Needs For Marion
May 7, 2010 by
Marion CANDO is currently conducting a business survey of Marion area businesses to try and determine the workforce needs and wants of the local business community.
River Valley “Is Going To Look Different”
May 6, 2010 by
River Valley Superintendent Tom Shade says the district is going to look a lot different with the cuts were made earlier this year. The failure of the levy Tuesday is not going to help that situation, which Shade says will only get worse without new funds.
Pleasant Will Make Future Levy Decision Soon
May 6, 2010 by
After losing their first attempt at an earned income tax, Pleasant Local Schools are regrouping and working to decide their next move. While another levy is certain, the exact nature of that future levy must still be determined.
