Aqua Ohio’s Marion Division will conduct water main flushing in the Marion County service area Monday, November 9 through Thursday, November 12 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 offers tips for saving money on home utilities
November 6, 2015 by
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) is encouraging Ohioans to practice energy efficiency and conservation. Ohioans rely on energy such as electricity and natural gas to run their homes on a daily basis. By practicing energy conservation, you can develop habits to reduce your energy usage and save on your utility bills. Whether you […]
Council on Aging offering free session on coping with holiday blues
November 5, 2015 by
At this time of year, most people feel the need to have everything perfect and festive. However, many times this just isn’t realistic. In fact, coping with loss during the holiday season can be exhausting. This time of year tends to bring out cherished memories and make you miss loved ones, situations or circumstances that […]
With fire deaths up, state officials urge Ohioans to commit to fire safety
November 5, 2015 by
Fire deaths are up significantly from this time last year. Five people were killed in fires in October, bringing the yearly total to 102. This represents an 11% increase in fire fatalities from this time last year. Due to this increase, State Fire Marshal Larry L. Flowers is asking all Ohioans to commit to fire […]
Marion County honored for promoting good health
November 4, 2015 by
Marion County announced that it is among fifteen cities, two townships and one county being honored by the Ohio Department of Health’s (ODH) Bureau of Health Promotion with a Healthy Ohio Healthy Community Award for promoting good health for their residents. Increasing access to healthy foods, improving opportunities for physical activity and promoting tobacco- free […]
Ohioans urged to watch for deer on roadways, check insurance coverage
November 4, 2015 by
Ohio Lieutenant Governor Mary Taylor is urging Ohio motorists to watch for deer while traveling the state’s roadways during Autumn, the peak time for deer activity. Ohioans should also conduct an auto insurance review with an agent to ensure they have adequate financial protection if they are in an accident with a deer, which can […]
Women’s Business Council holding annual Holiday Shopping Gala
November 4, 2015 by
You are invited to start your holiday shopping and network with vendors and fellow shoppers at the Women’s Business Council’s Annual Holiday Shopping Gala. The shopping event will be Monday, November 9, 2015 from 11:00am to 1:30 pm on the second floor of META Solutions (formerly TRECA) at 100 Executive Dr. A box lunch, to […]
Election results for the 2015 General Election
November 3, 2015 by
With all precincts counted, the unofficial results of the 2015 General Election show positive results for levy renewals, but continued defeats for requests for new money. City of Marion voters also re-elected many of the incumbents. Those city residents said yes to another term for Scott Schertzer as mayor along with the incumbent auditor and […]
Marion Police K-9 killed in accident
November 3, 2015 by
The Marion Police Department said Monday that one of it’s K9’s has died after being struck by a car. “It is with a heavy heart that we report, our newest member of the Marion Police K9 Unit has died from injuries sustained after being struck by a vehicle,” said Chief Bill Collins in a media […]
Another major grant to further extend Marion’s Tallgrass Trail
November 3, 2015 by
The Marion County Park District announced on Tuesday the awarding of a $500,000 Clean Ohio Trails Fund grant for construction of several additional miles of the Tallgrass Trail. This grant will be paired with $167,000 in local matching funds and used for trail construction in 2016. The matching funds were all provided by supporters, with […]
