The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) will be participating in Operation Dry Water June 26-28, as part of a nationally coordinated effort to reduce the number of accidents and deaths related to boating under the influence of drugs or alcohol. “Drinking and boating are a combination that can lead to serious and even deadly, […]
Construction closes main entrance at Marion City Hall
June 25, 2015 by
Beginning Thursday, June 25, 2015, the main entrance to the lobby of City Hall will be closed during construction work that will be taking place in front of and near the main entrance to Marion City Hall (233 W. Center St.). This closure will last for approximately 2 weeks, but is weather permitting and could […]
Final state budget plan calls for higher cigarette tax, large small-business tax cut
June 25, 2015 by
Ohio lawmakers’ final compromise budget plan includes a small-business income-tax cut and a increase on cigarettes, a legislative conference committee revealed late Wednesday night. The committee’s budget plan would also impose new restrictions on abortion clinics, allow later bar hours during the Republican National Convention, provide pay raises for local officials, block journalists’ access to […]
Ohio Senate approves bill banning abortions after 20 weeks of pregnancy
June 25, 2015 by
Republicans in the Ohio Senate pushed through legislation that would ban abortions in Ohio after 20 weeks of pregnancy. The legislation, known as the Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act, would make it a crime — a fourth degree felony — for a physician to perform an abortion if the unborn child is more than 20 […]
Marion Technical College names building after retiring president
June 24, 2015 by
The Marion Technical College (MTC) Board of Trustees recently celebrated the service of retiring president Dr. J. Richard Bryson with a special honor. The main administration building, formerly known as the Technical Education Center, will be renamed the J. Richard Bryson Technical Center. “Dr. J. Richard Bryson demonstrated extraordinary dedication and leadership over 43 years,” […]
Local authors holding book signing at Marion Public Library
June 24, 2015 by
Mitchell Libster, a local attorney, along with Michelle Wood, Marion County Adult Probation Officer and Phil DeVol, author from Marengo, Ohio have recently published two books on reentry: Getting Ahead while Getting Out-A prisoner reentry model to reduce recidivism through learning, building resources, accountability, and collaboration and a User Guide for Getting Ahead while Getting […]
Ohio boaters, swimmers, paddlers and anglers urged to avoid high water
June 24, 2015 by
Ohio has experienced steady rains and rising waters in the past week. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) urges Ohioans and visitors to avoid high, fast-moving water in rivers and streams. “With the increased amount of rain, extra precautions are essential to ensure that the strength, depth and speed of a river does not […]
Senior Center holding annual Indoor Yard Sale
June 23, 2015 by
The Marion Senior Center will be hosting their annual Indoor Yard Sale on Friday, June 26, 2015. The event will be held from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm and is open to the public. Tables for vendors are available in advance at a rate of $5 for Center members, $10 for non-members. An a la […]
Council on Aging hosting forum on living wills and power of attorney
June 23, 2015 by
Perhaps you have recently updated your will and prepaid all your funeral expenses. Have you considered that you should also have a Living Will Declaration and a Health Care Power of Attorney? Are you confused about exactly what these documents are and why they may be needed? On Thursday, June 25, 2015, the Marion County […]
Stormy weather expected for Lightning Safety Awareness Week
June 23, 2015 by
In an annual coordinated effort with the National Weather Service, the Ohio Committee for Severe Weather Awareness is promoting June 21-27, 2015 as Lightning Safety Awareness Week and encourages all Ohioans to know what to do before, during and after thunderstorms, and to practice severe weather safety and preparedness throughout the summer. According to the […]
