The Marion Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors, AAA staff and members recently came together to celebrate the Grand Re-opening of the Marion AAA-Ohio Auto Club store located at 1316 Mount Vernon Avenue in Marion. This is an exciting time for the Marion AAA-Ohio Auto Club and the community, as the remodeled store is now one […]
Reduced bag limits part of proposed changes to Ohio deer hunting rules
February 17, 2015 by
A reduction in bag limits and antlerless permit use, as well as a shift in the youth season during the 2015-2016 hunting seasons, were among regulations proposed to the Ohio Wildlife Council at its regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 11, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). Among the proposals: Reduce bag […]
Seven local leaders nominated for annual ATHENA award
February 16, 2015 by
This will be the 18th year in a row the Marion Women’s Business Council has chosen a woman of distinction to receive its annual ATHENA sculpture. The prestigious sculpture will be presented on Monday, March 9, 2015 to one of seven nominees from the Marion area whom have been noted to excel in leadership and […]
Lt. Governor urges vigilance in wake of Anthem data breach
February 16, 2015 by
Ohio Lieutenant Governor and Department of Insurance Director Mary Taylor has issued a consumer alert to help keep Ohioans informed after the recent announcement of a cyber-attack on Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield. The cyber-attack exposed the personal information of both current and former Anthem members and policyholders. “Cybersecurity is an increasingly serious issue impacting […]
Ohio consumers warned about the top three signs of a romance scam
February 16, 2015 by
With the recent Valentine’s Day holiday, Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine is warning Ohioans to look for signs that an online relationship is actually a scam. Individuals who won’t meet in person, claim to have an emergency need for money, or request payment using wire transfers or prepaid cards could be con artists in disguise. […]
Author of “Powder Mage” trilogy appearing at Marion Public Library
February 13, 2015 by
The Marion Public Library will host an author visit on Wednesday, February 25, 2015 at 7:00pm featuring Brian McClellan. He will be discussing his work and will be available for book signings. Copies of his books will also be available for purchase. McClellan published the first book of the Powder Mage trilogy, The Promise of […]
OhioHealth offering training for faith leaders to promote health in their communities
February 13, 2015 by
OhioHealth Marion General Hospital and OhioHealth MedCentral Hospital are offering training sessions for congregational volunteers or staff who would like to learn more about promoting health in their faith community. No medical background is necessary. From February 17 through April 7, 2015, sessions take place on Tuesday evenings from 6 to 8 p.m. Learn about […]
Government service changes for President’s Day holiday
February 13, 2015 by
Marion Mayor Schertzer is announcing that in observance of the President’s Day holiday, offices in City Hall will be closed on Monday, February 16, 2015. The following departments will operate as noted below: Sanitation crews will collect garbage and recycling on Monday, February 16. Residents who normally have refuse collected on Monday are requested to […]
Two city streets closed next week for sewer repairs
February 13, 2015 by
Cummins Avenue, between East Church Street and Mt. Vernon Avenue, will be closed from 7:00am on Monday, February 16, through 5:00pm on Friday, February 20, 2015. The City Sewer Maintenance Department will be doing a repair at this location. East George Street, between North Greenwood Street and Jefferson Street, will be closed from 7:00am on […]
Romance Strings program to offer musical Valentine
February 12, 2015 by
Calling it a Valentine gift to the community, the Marion Lecture Recital Music Club’s (MLRMC) Romance Strings program will be presented on Sunday, February 15, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. at Central Christian Church, 421 Mt. Vernon Avenue. River Valley High School String Music Director Inda Lama and retired Marion City Schools music teacher Louise Vance […]
