Disney’s award winning film “Coco” showing at the Marion Palace Theatre

The 2018 Golden Globe Best Animated Film “Coco” will be shown at the historic Marion Palace Theatre at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, January 13 and Sunday, January 14, 2018. The Palace Theatre is located at 276 W. Center Street in Marion, Ohio. Disney’s animated adventure/comedy centers on a 12-year-old boy named Miguel […]

Two arrested by MARMET while out on bond for previous charges

The MARMET / METRICH Drug Task Force arrested two men on Monday following a search warrant. At the time of their arrest, both men were out of jail on bond for previous felony charges. On January 8, 2018 at just after 7:00am, MARMET, with the assistance of the Marion Police Department’s Special Response Team (SRT) […]

Still time to nominate an influential women for 2018 ATHENA Award

Tuesday, January 16, is the deadline for nominations for the 21st ATHENA award of excellence. Presented by the Marion Women’s Business Council to a woman of distinction who has demonstrated professional leadership, community service and a passion to assist women in reaching their full leadership potential, this year’s recipient will be awarded the ATHENA statue […]

Alber Center offering realtor safety course

No doubt the real estate market is booming throughout Central Ohio. Now, realtors can add another tool in their arsenal for success, thanks to a State-approved safety training class being offered through the Alber Enterprise Center at The Ohio State University. The Alber Center is presenting a three-hour “Realtor Safety” class in multiple locations throughout […]

Mandel drops bid for U.S. Senate citing wife’s health issues

Republican Ohio Treasurer Josh Mandel announced Friday his withdrawal from the race for U.S. Senate. Mandel, largely considered the Republican frontrunner, cited an unspecified health issue with his wife, Ilana, as the primary reason. “After recent discussions with our family and healthcare professionals, it has become clear to us that it’s no longer possible for […]

Community Foundation opens 2018 scholarship program

Marion Community Foundation’s 2018 Scholarship Program is now underway for area high school seniors and graduates. The Foundation’s scholarship program, which has grown exponentially since its first award in 2000, now includes 116 funds. Last year, the Foundation’s scholarship funds generated 193 awards – totaling just over $291,000 – for 140 Marion area high school […]

Marion police warn of jury duty scam

The Marion Police Department has received reports from local citizens who have been contacted by phone by an individual claiming to be affiliated with Marion Municipal Court. The scammer claims to be with the court, even mentioning Judge Ballinger by name, and falsely states that the person being called has failed to appear for jury […]

Fewer traffic fatalities occur during 2017 Christmas and New Year’s

The Ohio State Highway Patrol is reporting preliminary traffic fatality data from the 2017 Christmas and 2018 New Year reporting periods. During the 2017 Christmas reporting period, beginning December 22 and ending December 25, five crashes resulted in five fatalities. This is a significant decrease from the 2016 Christmas reporting period when 14 individuals lost […]

ODNR reminds Ohioans to prioritize safety while hiking, ice fishing this winter

With Ohioans experiencing frigid temperatures throughout the state, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is encouraging residents and out-of-state visitors to be wise while participating in winter recreational activities outdoors, such as hiking or ice fishing. With the recent cold temperatures, it is important to remember that no ice is safe ice, and any […]

Aqua Ohio offers tips to help avoid and deal with frozen pipes

Aqua Ohio (Aqua) is encouraging its customers to take steps to prevent frozen pipes inside their homes during cold weather. “With the recent cold snap, we’ve started receiving calls from customers with frozen pipes,” said Aqua’s Area Manager Scott Ballenger. “Aqua wants to make sure they know what they can do to prevent pipes from […]