The Marion Women’s Business Council, Inc. is a local community of dynamic women leaders in business. Started in 1994, the group has fostered and promoted self-employed entrepreneurial-women and women working in the corporate environment. Organizers say the purpose was clear from the beginning; women sharing their experiences and networking their talents. Any ladies interested in […]
2014 Miss Marion Popcorn Festival is Kari Boles
August 4, 2014 by
Kari Boles captured the title of Miss Marion Popcorn Festival 2014 Saturday evening, August 2, during competition at River Valley High School. By winning the Miss Marion Popcorn Festival title, Boles earned a $1,000 scholarship, as well as the Festival crown, banner, and a prize package. “I’m so excited … and honored,” said a broadly […]
Cranmer Named 2014 Ms. Marion Popcorn Festival
August 4, 2014 by
Sabrina Cranmer of Marion was named Ms. Marion Popcorn Festival 2014 during popcorn royalty festivities Saturday evening, August 2, at River Valley High School. She won a $100 cash award, a crown sponsored by Goldrush Jewelers, banner and prize package. “Surprised.” “Tickled.” “Thrilled.” Those were the first words Cranmer used to describe her emotions when […]
Weisenauer and Thompson Crowned 2014 Wee Pops
August 4, 2014 by
Conner Weisenauer and Bryanna Thompson were named Mr. and Miss Wee Pop 2014 during competition held Saturday morning at River Valley High School. Weisenauer is the 2-year-old son of Cory and Danielle Weisenauer of Bucyrus. He won his division in Photogenic. Two-year-old Thompson is the daughter of Bryan and Ashley Thompson of Caledonia. She took […]
Oliver and Kendall Named Little Wee Pop Prince and Princess
August 4, 2014 by
Twenty-eight contestants vied for the title of Marion Popcorn Festival’s 2014 Little Wee Pop Prince and Princess at River Valley High School Saturday morning. Little Wee Pop is designed for children aged 0 – 23 months. The 2014 Prince is Oliver Schwartz, who also captured the Formalwear Award in his age division. He is the […]
Auditions Announced for Disney’s Peter Pan, Jr. at the Palace Theatre
August 1, 2014 by
Director Kristi Wink will hold auditions for the Palace Theatre’s fall junior musical production of Disney’s Peter Pan, Jr. on Sunday, August 10, 2014. Wink will be selecting children ages 8 to 17 for the junior musical production. Those interested may audition on Sunday, August 10 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. or from 5 […]
100 Women Who Care Seeking New Members
August 1, 2014 by
The next meeting of 100 Women Who Care will be Monday, August 4, 2014 at 6:00 pm at the Barlow Center of the Women’s Club Home, 1126 East Center Street in Marion. 100 Women Who Care – Marion OH is a group of local women from all walks of life and varying financial backgrounds who […]
Marion-Area Blood Drives Announced for August
August 1, 2014 by
The American Red Cross will conduct open blood drives at the following Marion County locations this month: Noon to 6 p.m., Monday, August 4, Marion Public Library (Bus), 445 East Church Street 1 p.m. to 7 p.m., Thursday, August 7, Blue Fusion (The Venue), 1340 Mt. Vernon Avenue 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, August […]
City of Marion Fogging for Mosquitoes
August 1, 2014 by
The Marion Parks Department has announced they will be fogging mosquitoes on the next few Friday mornings from 5:00am to 8:00am as weather conditions permit and as needed. City Parks, Grandview Estates, and high mosquito population areas will be targeted. Residents with respiratory conditions are advised to keep doors and windows closed during those hours.
Downtown Marion Offering Lofty Spaces & Yummy Places Tour
July 31, 2014 by
Interested in the idea of loft living? You are invited to join Downtown Marion on Friday, August 1, 2014 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. for Lofty Spaces & Yummy Places. For $15, you’ll get an up close look at 10 downtown loft spaces. Plus, you’ll visit several “yummy” places during your tour. The tours will […]
