In recognition of Military Consumer Protection Day (July 16), Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine is encouraging active-duty military members, veterans, and other Ohioans to beware of military-related scams. “Those who serve our country deserve not only our sincere thanks and appreciation but also our help avoiding scams and solving consumer problems,” Attorney General DeWine said. […]
State Reports Record Amount Of Unclaimed Funds Returned to Ohioans
July 17, 2014 by
The Ohio Department of Commerce, Division of Unclaimed Funds has announced that during fiscal year 2014, a record $74,478,325 of unclaimed funds was returned to Ohioans. This was a 7.6% increase over the previous fiscal year payment of $69.2 million. The average claim was for $1,561.49. Unclaimed funds are money or the rights to money […]
Registration Deadline Approaching for “Set The Stage” Theatre Camp
July 16, 2014 by
Professional singer, performer and voice instructor, Johnny Steiner, will direct “Set The Stage” Theatre Camps for ages 6 through 14 years at the Marion Palace Theatre July 28-August 1 and August 4-August 8. The registration deadline for the first camp is Monday, July 21, 2014. The registration deadline for the second week of camp is […]
Free Seminar to Answer Questions on Reverse Mortgages
July 16, 2014 by
The Marion County Council on Aging is continuing with the second of a 4 part series of informational programs, entitled Retirement Readiness: Money Matters. On Thursday, July 24, 2014, the topic for discussion will be reverse mortgages. Judy Kiger, from American Eagle Mortgage Company, will be ready to talk about all the different aspects of […]
Lawmakers Plan Ban if Powdered Alcohol Approved by Regulators
July 16, 2014 by
If the federal government gives approval to a new powdered alcohol product, some state lawmakers want to be ready to keep it out of Ohio stores. Two state representatives introduced legislation Monday that would prohibit the sale of powdered alcohol, a substance that’s been stirring controversy around the country. The bipartisan bill comes after federal […]
Patrol Continues to Investigate Crash that Claimed Three Lives
July 15, 2014 by
The Ohio State Highway Patrol says they are continuing to investigate a deadly crash that took place Monday. Because of the number of vehicles involved and other factors, the final report is expected to take a few days to complete. Investigators have said they do not believe that drugs or alcohol were factors in the […]
United Way, Local Businesses Team Up to Provide Needed School Supplies
July 15, 2014 by
United Way of Marion County, Scioto Shoe Mart and a host of other community partners are working to make going back to school this fall a much better experience for teachers, parents and students. Friday, July 18, and Saturday, July 19, 2014 are being set aside for shoppers to contribute $5 in cash to the […]
Marion FOP Holding Annual Fundraising Campaign
July 15, 2014 by
The Steve Young Memorial Lodge, Marion County Fraternal Order of Police has begun its annual telephone solicitation program for 2014. Area residents may receive telephone calls seeking donations to help fund the important programs sponsored by the FOP in the community, such as the Cops and Kids program where local law enforcement officers take under […]
Free Community Day Set for Saturday
July 15, 2014 by
Richland Road Church of Christ, 535 Richland Road in Marion, will host a free Community Day on Saturday, July 19, 2014 from 11:00am to 2:00pm. They will have a free car wash, windshield washer fluid refill, kids activities and bouncy houses, blood pressure checks, and food. There will also be a free clothing and school […]
Palace Theatre Holding Auditions for “The Fantasticks”
July 14, 2014 by
Director, Greg Patterson will hold auditions in the May Pavilion for the Palace Theatre’s August production of “The Fantasticks” on Monday, July 14 and Tuesday, July 15, 2014 from 6pm to 8pm. Participants may audition either day and should enter through the front May Pavilion doors. Patterson is seeking adults ages 16 years and up, […]
