The unemployment rate for Marion County was 4.7 percent in April, down from 5.4 percent in March 2015. With that large drop, the rate is now the lowest in 8 years. The last time Marion’s unemployment rate was this low was October 2006 when it was also 4.7 percent. You have to go back to […]
Marion Area Counseling Center offering mental health first aid training
May 28, 2015 by
Similar to ‘First Aid’ and CPR, ‘Mental Health First Aid’ teaches individuals how to help those experiencing mental health challenges or crises. Marion Area Counseling Center will offer this training on Friday, June 5, 2015 from 8:00am to 5:00pm at R.H.A.M – Marion. The training is free. Mental Health First Aid is an 8-hour training […]
Ohio House passes powdered alcohol, pure caffeine…again
May 28, 2015 by
For the third time in seven months, legislation to ban powdered alcohol has cleared the Ohio House. But this time, it appears ready to pass the Senate as well. The proposed ban, passed by the House 92-3 on Wednesday, comes after a federal regulator approved sales of powdered alcohol, which turns into vodka, rum, or […]
Panera Bread, Turning Point set to host 8th annual Baguette Run
May 27, 2015 by
The eighth annual Baguette Run – A First Step Against Domestic Violence – is being held June 20, 2015 and will begin at the Panera Bread café on State Route 95, Marion, at 8:00 am. The event is to raise funds for victims of domestic violence and their families. All money raised during this event […]
Meeker Sportsman Club holding annual fishing derby
May 27, 2015 by
The Meeker Sportsman Club will hold its annual fishing derby on June 6, 2015. Kids 12 and under are invited to participate. Registration will run from 9 to 9:15am followed by a short orientation. Fishing begins at 9:45 and ends at 11:15. Participants will receive a free lunch and door prizes. Fishing gear and bait […]
Ohio EPA awards Marion County $3,000 for litter management programs
May 27, 2015 by
Ohio EPA is awarding $599,445 in grant funding to 41 local governments to support local litter cleanup events and tire amnesty programs. Local governments use these monies to fund litter collection events, community awareness programming or create opportunities for residents to get rid of scrap tires. All local cleanup efforts will involve the work of […]
Patrol reports 14 deaths over 2015 Memorial weekend
May 27, 2015 by
The Ohio State Highway Patrol is reporting 14 deaths on Ohio roadways over the 2015 Memorial Day weekend. This is compared to 13 deaths in 2014. Three of this year’s fatalities are known to be OVI-related, and four did not wear their safety belts at the time of the crash. Patrol made 544 OVI arrests […]
Rep. Dorothy Pelanda Introduces Legislation Expanding Authority of Advanced Practice Registered Nurses
May 26, 2015 by
During a press conference at the Statehouse recently, State Representative Dorothy Pelanda (R-Marysville) discussed legislation she has introduced that will modernize various provisions regarding Advanced Practice Registered Nurses’ (APRN) duties. APRNs include nurse practitioners, certified nurse-midwives, certified registered nurse anesthetists and certified clinical nurse specialists. Also attending the press conference were Candy Rinehart, Director of […]
Area businesses honored by Alber Enterprise Center
May 26, 2015 by
Six Ohio organizations were recently recognized for outstanding milestones in business by The Ohio State University’s Alber Enterprise Center. Those receiving awards included: Ohio Presbyterian Retirement Services, United Church Homes, GrafTech International, LTD, Triumph Thermal Systems, Inc., National Lime & Stone Company, and Honda of America Manufacturing, Inc. “We are honored to recognize the outstanding […]
Kingston holding 3rd Annual Boomer and Senior Expo
May 26, 2015 by
The 3rd Annual Boomer and Senior Expo hosted by Kingston Residence of Marion is Friday, May 29th from 10am-2pm. The event is free admission to the public and includes 40+ vendors who provide products, services and valuable information for Boomers and Seniors. The Expo is featuring several of Marion’s Senior Celebrities. The Celebrity Seniors include: […]
