Troopers from the Marion Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol are investigating a fatal crash that occurred on Davids Street near Wood Street in the City of Marion at approximately 2:35 pm on Tuesday, July 7, 2015. The Patrol says a 2010 Ford E250 van pulling a 2014 Carry-On Corporation trailer, driven by Jason […]
State tax cut will actually mean higher taxes next year for many small businesses
July 8, 2015 by
The state budget signed into law last week by Gov. John Kasich will grant state tax relief for most Ohioans, but also will trigger a one-year tax increase for many small businesses and self-employed individuals. Businesses or self-employed people making up to about $270,000 a year will pay more because of the way the budget […]
Townships, small villages to see increase in state funding
July 8, 2015 by
While local governments stand to gain $70 million more in state funding during the next two years, most cities and large villages will see a chunk of that money redirected elsewhere. The overall increase, to $782.8 million in the next two years, comes because local funding is tied to an overall jump in state revenue. […]
Blast from the Past returns to Historical Society for 15th year
July 7, 2015 by
Returning for its fifteenth summer, “Blast from the Past” will give kids ages 8-12 an opportunity to learn more about a wide variety of topics all tied to Marion history. Beginning on July 9, 2015 and continuing on each Thursday in July, a group of Marion County Historical Society volunteers work to make Heritage Hall […]
Over 400 name to Spring Term Dean’s List at Marion Technical College
July 7, 2015 by
Marion Technical College has named 153 full-time students to its Spring Term dean’s list. In order to qualify for the scholastic honor, a student must earn at least 3.5 out of a possible 4.0 academic average for the term and be enrolled at MTC as a full-time student. Marion Technical College also named 271 part-time […]
Patrol arrested 690 for OVI statewide over July Fourth weekend
July 7, 2015 by
The Ohio State Highway Patrol said they made 690 arrests for impaired driving and 391 for drug-related charges over the 2015 Fourth of July holiday period, which began Thursday, July 2 and ended Sunday, July 5. Seven people lost their lives in a total of six traffic crashes during the four-day reporting period. The Patrol […]
Informational meeting set for Popcorn Festival pageants
July 6, 2015 by
The Marion Popcorn Festival will again be having a full slate of pageant opportunities for all age groups, newborn to 100 or more. If you are interested in taking part in any of the pageants, there will be an informational meeting for parents and participants at bluefusion located in the Plaza Shopping Center on Route […]
Marion police investigating theft of large coin collection
July 6, 2015 by
The Marion Police Department and Marion County Sheriff’s Office are investigating a burglary where a large amount of silver coins, gold coins, and silver bars where stolen. The theft occurred between June 22 and June 30, 2015. Last week officers from the Marion City Police Department, Marion County Sheriff’s Office, and MARMET Drug Task Force […]
PUCO encourages safe summer driving practices
July 6, 2015 by
During the summer season, Ohio’s highways are heavily relied upon as travelers visit family and friends. Ohio ranks fifth in the most highly traveled states in the country. As more motorists share the road with commercial motor vehicles (CMVs), the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) offers these safe driving tips to help ensure safe […]
Registration deadline nears for “Set The Stage” Summer Camps at Palace Theatre
July 2, 2015 by
Registration deadline nears for “Set the Stage” Theatre Camps at the historic Marion Palace Theatre located in downtown Marion, Ohio. These week-long summer day camps offer youth ages 6 through 14 the opportunity to become involved in the arts. Registration deadline is one week before camp begins. Spaces are filling quickly and at the time […]
