The Marion Palace Theatre is pleased to present ‘My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2,’ the highly anticipated follow-up to the highest-grossing romantic comedy film of all time, on April 15, 16 and April 17, 2016. Audiences worldwide embraced the immensely relatable characters, seeing their own families reflected in the adorably brash and bold Portokalos clan […]
Ohio lawmakers to introduce, fast-track medical marijuana bill
April 14, 2016 by
State lawmakers said Wednesday they will introduce a medical marijuana bill this week, but many of the details won’t be known until months after it has passed the General Assembly. Legislative leaders said at a Wednesday press conference they plan to fast-track the bill to Gov. John Kasich before they leave town in June, ahead […]
Senior Center seeks nominations for 2016 Pearl Roberts Award
April 13, 2016 by
The Marion Senior Center is now accepting nominations for the eleventh annual Pearl R. Roberts Award, recognizing outstanding community service by a senior citizen. Mrs. Roberts was instrumental in the development of the current Marion Senior Center facility, as well as many other programs and services for Marion area older adults. Nominees for this award, […]
TRECA Digital Academy earns Auditor of State Award
April 13, 2016 by
A recent financial audit of TRECA Digital Academy by the Auditor of State’s office has returned a clean audit report. TRECA Digital Academy’s record keeping has earned it the Auditor of State Award. “Our entire administration is honored to receive the Auditor of State Award on behalf of TRECA Digital Academy,” said Scott Armstrong, Treasurer. […]
Hunters prepare for Ohio’s 2016 wild turkey season
April 13, 2016 by
For many hunters, spring brings the unmistakable sound of gobbling wild turkeys as Ohio’s annual hunt of this popular game bird begins. The 2016 Ohio spring hunting season opens on Monday, April 18, and the youth wild turkey season is Saturday and Sunday, April 16-17, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). The […]
Marion Public Library unveils new logo
April 12, 2016 by
The Marion Public Library has unveiled many new updates in the past year in an effort to better serve the public. And with National Library Week being celebrated April 10-16, MPL finds it an appropriate time to roll out their new logo. The new logo marks a renewed freshness to the Library’s image, much like […]
Local second grader placed at statewide MLK oratorical contest
April 12, 2016 by
Ohio students inspired by the lessons and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. presented original speeches on his teachings during the 17th Annual Statewide MLK Oratorical Contest held recently in Columbus. Among the winners was Layla Schneider, an 8-year-old second grader at Benjamin Harrison Elementary School in Marion. Thirty-one regional contest winners from grades […]
Harding drumline places first at state championship
April 11, 2016 by
Marion Harding High School’s indoor drumline placed first in its division recently at the Ohio Indoor Performance Association state championships held at Wapakoneta High School. The drumline’s percussion section was named division champion in the Percussion Independent A division on April 3, 2016. The Connexus Winter Guard, made up predominantly of Harding students, placed fourth […]
2016 Spring Hydrant Flushing – Week 2 Schedule
April 11, 2016 by
Aqua Ohio’s Marion Division will conduct water main flushing in the Marion County service area Monday, April 11 through Friday, April 15 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, […]
PUCO reminds Ohioans of their choices as energy consumers
April 11, 2016 by
For more than 100 years, energy in Ohio — electric and natural gas — has been regulated by the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO). The PUCO wants to remind Ohio consumers that there are options when deciding the energy supply that best suits your home or business. Before energy choice, rates and services provided […]
