Attorney General Mike DeWine announced Wednesday that Ohioans who have a valid concealed handgun license have now had background checks sufficient to purchase firearms without the red tape of another background check. The U.S. Department of Justice and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms have agreed to Attorney General DeWine’s request for an exemption […]
Ohio lawmakers approve bill making cruelty to pets a felony
May 26, 2016 by
A bill that would make cruelty to pets a felony — known as Goddard’s Law — passed the Ohio House and Senate on Wednesday. House Bill 60 makes knowingly causing physical harm to a companion animal a fifth-degree felony, punishable by six months to a year in jail and a $2,500 fine. That includes depriving […]
Medical marijuana bill headed to Governor’s desk
May 26, 2016 by
Ohio is poised to become the 25th state to legalize medical marijuana after state lawmakers approved a fast-moving bill Wednesday evening in a close vote. The bill cleared the Ohio Senate on Wednesday in a bipartisan 18-15 vote. The House later agreed to the changes, sending the bill to Gov. John Kasich. Kasich has said […]
Marion unemployment dips to below 5 percent
May 25, 2016 by
The unemployment rate for Marion County dipped to 4.9 percent in April 2016, down from 5.5 percent in March. The improvement came with no decrease in the available workforce, but with 100 fewer people reporting as unemployed. All of the counties surrounding Marion also saw decreases in their rates, with Delaware County hitting an nearly […]
Federal judge strikes down “Golden Week” elimination
May 25, 2016 by
A federal judge on Tuesday struck down a state law that eliminated “Golden Week,” several days when Ohio voters could both register to vote and cast a ballot. The 2014 law violates both the 14th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution and Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, U.S. District Court Judge Michael Watson wrote […]
Ohio House approves online voter registration
May 25, 2016 by
Ohioans will be able to register to vote online next year under a bill passed Tuesday in the Ohio House. Secretary of State Jon Husted, who has lobbied lawmakers to allow online voter registration since 2011, supports the bill and said online registration makes voting easier and more secure and saves money. Senate Bill 63 […]
Senior Center to host “Pre-Memorial Day Dance”
May 24, 2016 by
The Marion Senior Center will be hosting a “Pre-Memorial Day Dance” on the evening of Thursday, May 26, 2016 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Food will be served at 6:00 pm, and will feature a choice of a grilled hot dog or hamburger, potato chips, ice cream and a beverage. Highlighting the evening’s festivities […]
Blough, Murray, Matthews named Republicans of the Month
May 24, 2016 by
Three have been named Republican of the Month by the Marion County Central and Executive Committee. Scott Blough was selected for February, Kerr Murray for March and Susan Matthews for April. Blough is an associate professor in the Department of Criminal Justice and Executive Director for the Center for Cyber Defense and Forensics at Tiffin […]
Local providers honored by OhioHealth during EMS Week
May 23, 2016 by
OhioHealth Marion General Hospital recently honored local Emergency Medical Services (EMS) providers during their annual EMS Week (May 15-21, 2016). This event brought together close to 40 medical personnel and firefighters to honor the dedication of those who provide the day-to-day lifesaving services of the medical “front-line”. Keith Severns, EMS Coordinator for OhioHealth Marion General […]
Boomer & Senior Expo set for Friday
May 23, 2016 by
The 4th Annual Boomer and Senior Expo hosted by Kingston Residence of Marion is Friday, May 27th from 10am-2pm. The event is free admission to the public and includes 45 vendors who provide products, services and valuable information for Boomers and Seniors. The Expo will include health screenings, door prizes, give-a-ways, good food and drinks […]
