Marion Palace Theatre Executive Director Bev Ford was recognized for countless hours of service to the community on August 18, 2015 by local Modern Woodmen of America members. Ford was honored through Modern Woodmen of America’s Hometown Heroes Program for unyielding dedication to preserving and promoting the historic Marion Palace Theatre. As part of this […]
State of Ohio reports the return of record amount of unclaimed funds
Fiscal year 2015 was another record setting year for the Ohio Department of Commerce Division of Unclaimed Funds, as $76 million was returned to Ohioans. This was the second year in a row that the division topped its previous best, beating the record of $74.4 million set in fiscal year 2014. This represents a 2% […]
Marion church celebrating 50th anniversary
The Richland Road Church of Christ is holding a 50th anniversary celebration on Sunday, August 30, 2015 and the public is invited to participate. Events for the day include: 9:30 AM – Fellowship time with coffee & donuts 10:00 AM – Bible classes with guest speakers Jeff Rich & Dave Gladwell 11:00 AM – A […]
MTC adds seven new certificate programs to its list of offerings
Marion Technical College proudly announces seven new certificate programs for those looking to jump-start a career or add new skills and certifications to a resume. The new certificates take just one year or two semesters to complete. At the end, take an external certification to add to your resume while knocking out requirements for an […]
“Minions” to be shown on Palace Theatre screen this weekend
The Marion Palace Theare is encouraging families to celebrate the beginning of the new school year and treat the kids to a family film this weekend. The animated comedy movie, “Minions,” will play Friday, August 28 at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, August 29 and Sunday, August 30, 2015 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Universal Pictures […]
Ohioans warned of investment pitches linked to recent downturn in stock market
The Ohio Department of Commerce Division of Securities has warned investors to be leery of investment sales pitches tied to recent stock market volatility. “Con artists often match their sales pitches to current news to promote bogus investments with promises of high returns with little to no risk,” said Director of Commerce Jacqueline T. Williams. […]
OhioHealth Marion General Hospital becomes certified member of MD Anderson Cancer Network
OhioHealth has announced that OhioHealth Marion General Hospital has become certified through MD Anderson Cancer Network®, a program of MD Anderson Cancer Center, a world-renowned leader in cancer care. In addition to Marion General, OhioHealth Dublin Methodist Hospital, OhioHealth Doctors Hospital and OhioHealth Grady Memorial Hospital have also become certified members of the network. Marion […]
Marion’s unemployment rate dips slightly on reduced workforce
The unemployment rate for Marion County dipped one tick in July 2015 to 5.1 percent, down from 5.2 percent in June. The drop was almost entirely due to a 100 person reduction in the available workforce. The official number of unemployed remains at 1,400 for Marion County. The local rate wasn’t alone in seeing a […]
ODNR offers special deer hunts on three State Nature Preserves, including in Hardin County
Increased deer populations can seriously affect native plant communities, and for this reason, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) will coordinate special deer hunts at three state nature preserves to help preserve the rare and protected plants that grow on these properties. This year, Goll Woods in Fulton County, Lawrence Woods in Hardin County […]
Ohio Career-Technical Education Report Card reveals improvements across all grades
Ohio’s career-technical programs showed better results in helping students graduate and find good jobs, according to a new state report card. Tri-Rivers Career Center received two A’s, one B and one C, scores which reflect a high graduation rate and placement into post-secondary education options. Ohio’s Career Technical Report Card – the only report card […]