The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) supports the American Water Works Association (AWWA) and water professionals across North America in recognition of Drinking Water Week May 3–9, 2015. Drinking Water Week works to highlight the essential role drinking water plays in our daily lives and help consumers learn to maintain high-quality water throughout their […]
Letter Carriers set for annual Stamp Out Hunger food drive this Saturday
May 5, 2015 by
Local postal workers will be collecting more than the mail on Saturday, May 9, 2015 as they partner with United Way of Marion County to participate in the National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) annual “Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive.” This annual effort has become the largest single-day food drive in the nation’s history, resulting […]
Portion of South Vine Street closed through Friday
May 5, 2015 by
The City of Marion Engineer’s Office reports that South Vine Street, between Lafayette Street and Willow Street, will be closed from 7:00 A.M., Tuesday, May 5, 2015, through 5:00 P.M. Friday, May 8, 2015. The City Sewer Maintenance Department will be doing a repair at this location.
Ohio House committees to start hearings on four new gun bills
May 5, 2015 by
Four gun bills are scheduled to get their first hearing before a state legislative committee on Wednesday. Three of the bills before the House State Government Committee would significantly roll back Ohio’s gun laws, including: House Bill 35, which would make it a first-degree felony for law enforcement officers or others to enforce any new […]
Election Day – Three issues on the ballot
May 5, 2015 by
Tuesday, May 5, 2015 is Election Day across Ohio. Voters in Marion have just three tax issues to consider and no contested races. Voters in affected areas of Marion will be able to vote on: Marion Township Fire District – 7.7 Mil / 5 Year / Renewal – Commencing in 2015 Prospect Village – 4.3 […]
Marion General Hospital earns “A” ranking for patient safety
May 4, 2015 by
Six OhioHealth hospitals, including Marion General Hospital, have been awarded an A grade in Leapfrog’s Spring, 2015 Hospital Safety Score. The score rates how well hospitals protect patients from preventable medical errors, injuries and infections within the hospital. This is the sixth consecutive time these six hospitals have received an A. Hospital’s recognized with an […]
Women’s Business Council to explore the benefits of yoga at your desk
May 4, 2015 by
Expert Helena Everson of Ever Yoga will walk those in attendance through a number of stretches, correct posture alignment and some relaxing breathing practices to relieve the mind during a stressful workday at the next Marion Women’s Business Council luncheon meeting. Join the WBC group Monday, May 11, 2015 beginning at 11:30 a.m. in the […]
Prom season brings out extra patrols by sheriff’s deputies
May 4, 2015 by
Marion County Sheriff Tim Bailey announced his office will be participating in a countywide traffic detail targeting speed and alcohol related violations for the upcoming High School Proms. Deputies are conducting extra traffic enforcement and patrols through May 16, 2015. In an effort to ensure the safety of the motoring public, the sheriff’s office will […]
Boys & Girls Club name DeWitt new executive director
May 1, 2015 by
The board of directors for the Boys & Girls Club of Marion County recently named Sean DeWitt as their new executive director. DeWitt had stepped in as interim director in late February following the resignation of Scott Murphy. Cheryl Bowers, president of the board, said she and other board members are excited about the future […]
Outgoing president, RN grad to speak at MTC Commencement
May 1, 2015 by
Three hundred and thirty-two have students have applied to graduate from Marion Technical College (MTC) for the 2014-2015 academic year. Two hundred and nine of those graduating will be attending MTC’s Annual Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 9, at 10:00 am, at the Palace Theatre in Marion. The 2015 keynote speaker for graduation is Dr. […]
