The Marion Palace Theatre kicks off the 2015-16 season with a musical production based on one of the most popular Disney movies of all time, “Mary Poppins!” With a heartwarming score, spoonfuls of imagination, and a flying nanny, the colorful world of “Mary Poppins” comes to life on the Marion Palace Theatre stage July 11-July […]
Pleasant student chosen for Attorney General’s Teen Ambassador Board
June 5, 2015 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine announced the members of his office’s 2015-2016 Teen Ambassador Board, which includes a student from Pleasant High School. The board is open to high school juniors and seniors who serve for one year, advising the office on issues relating to teens and working with their peers to develop solutions. “This […]
Two men arrested for “firebombing” two Marion homes
June 5, 2015 by
The Marion Police Department, with assistance from the Marion County Sheriff’s Office, said Thursday they had made two arrests in connection with two incidents on Sunday where homes were shot at and firebombs were thrown. On May 31, 2015 at 6:12am, officers from the Marion Police Department responded to 412 East Farming Street for a […]
Marion Public Library launching 2015 summer reading program
June 5, 2015 by
Marion Public Library will host their annual Summer Reading Celebration from 10AM-3PM on Saturday, June 6, 2015 which is the official kickoff for summer programming at the Library. A day of games, events, and live music is planned and kids will be able to sign up for Summer Reading Club, an annual program that encourages […]
Annual Hot Tamale Bicycle Tour is Saturday
June 5, 2015 by
The Heart of Ohio Tailwinds Bicycle Club will host the 31st annual Hot Tamale Bicycle Tour at 8 a.m. Saturday, June 6. The ride begins in the Waldo Community Park in Waldo. Registration starts at 7 a.m. Helmets are mandatory. The Hot Tamale is a beautiful, flat ride along scenic farm roads. Expert riders can […]
Comedy show to benefit Safety City program
June 4, 2015 by
Comedian Jay Black will be performing at the Marion Palace Theatre on Friday, June 5, 2015 at 7:30. Proceeds from the show will benefit Safety City. Safety City is a one week long, free program offered to kindergarten students of Marion County. The program teaches techniques to keep them safe in our society and on […]
Senate’s state budget proposal includes raises for some county officials
June 4, 2015 by
The version of the state budget that the Ohio Senate is working on will include raises for judges, county prosecutors and sheriffs across the state. Senate President Keith Faber, a Republican from Western Ohio, said the final numbers were still being worked out, but in principle, senators have agreed to include the raises. He expects […]
Citing Bird Flu concerns, Ohio has cancelled all bird shows, including 4-H
June 3, 2015 by
In an aggressive move they said is designed to help protect Ohio’s $2.3 billion poultry industry from the avian flu that has so negatively impacted other poultry-producing states, Tuesday the Ohio Department of Agriculture canceled all live bird exhibitions this year. The ban includes county and independent fairs, the Ohio State Fair, and all other […]
Reinhart to succeed Wood as Marion City Schools treasurer
June 3, 2015 by
The Marion City Schools Board of Education has announced that Veronica Reinhart will succeed retiring Marion City Schools Treasurer Bob Wood. The board awarded a contract to Reinhart at Monday’s meeting. She will work per diem July 15-31 and her contract starts on August 1. The board chose Reinhart after interviews with four finalists selected […]
Marion Midget Football holding 2015 registrations
June 3, 2015 by
Marion Midget Football/Cheerleading will hold registrations in early June 2015 for their 43rd season. The registrations will be held at Lincoln Park on June 4, 9, 10, and 11 from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. Registration is open to kids ages 8-12. There is a $30 fee and a birth certificate is required. To compete for […]
