State Representative Jeff McClain (R-Upper Sandusky) has announced that the Ohio House of Representatives has concurred with Senate changes to Amended House Bill 171. The legislation permits students of a public school to receive credit for attending released time courses in religious instruction. The bipartisan legislation, which Rep. McClain sponsored with Rep. Bill Patmon (D-Cleveland), […]
Lawmakers Approve State Income, Business Tax Reductions, Increase for Earned Income Tax Credit
June 5, 2014 by
State lawmakers approved changes Wednesday to Ohio’s income tax rates that move a reduction planned for next year to this year. Legislators also bolstered a tax deduction available to small businesses with income that is reported on individual tax returns. And they doubled the size of the Earned Income Tax Credit available to Ohioans with […]
Growing Our Own Program Grads Hope to Inspire Students
June 4, 2014 by
A group of 35 successful, college educated, minority professionals reunited at Marion Harding High School and The Ohio State University at Marion in early May to share stories of their life journeys, to reminisce, and celebrate the youth mentoring program, Growing Our Own, a program many of the participants feel had a direct impact on […]
Marion Chamber Organizing Trip to China
June 4, 2014 by
The Marion Area Chamber of Commerce is organizing a trip to China this fall to provide an up close look at the economic impact of this major country while appreciating its rich history and culture. In 2013 China was the third largest export market for U.S. goods with a record of $122 billion. Over 160 Chinese […]
Commissioner Candidate Holding Fundraiser
June 4, 2014 by
Rob Whalen, the Democratic candidate for Marion County Commissioner, will be holding a fundraiser/meet-the-candidate event on Friday, June 6, 2014 at McKinley Park from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. The suggested donation is $25 and dinner will include pulled pork, smoked brisket, hot dogs, various salads and side dishes, and desserts. Anyone with questions of the candidate […]
Ohioans Targeted by Tax Scams
June 4, 2014 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine has warned that Ohioans are being targeted by tax scams, even though tax season has ended. Since April 15 (the 2014 tax-filing deadline), the Ohio Attorney General’s Office has received more than 50 reports of tax-related scams from consumers across the state. Most consumers do not report losing money, but […]
Program to Offer Free Lunches to Marion Kids
June 3, 2014 by
The Marion City Schools is once again participating in the Summer Food Service Program. The federally-funded program provides meals to all children without charge. There is no income guidelines and meals will be served at over 20 locations throughout the the City of Marion. Many of the locations also offer activities for the children before […]
Meeker Sportsman Club Holding Free Fishing Derby
June 3, 2014 by
On Saturday, June 7, 2014 the Meeker Sportsman Club will hold it’s annual Fishing Derby for kids up to 12 years of age. The club will provide bait and fishing gear or you may bring your own. The event is free, but registration is required and will be held the day of the event from […]
Marion Red Cross Holding Annual Meeting
June 3, 2014 by
The Marion County Office of the American Red Cross will conduct its annual membership meeting and election of board members on Wednesday, June 4, 2014. The event is scheduled to run from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. and will be held at The Alber Red Cross Center, 1849 Summerset Drive, Marion. Anyone who – on or […]
Bill Would Require Seatbelts on All Ohio School Buses
June 3, 2014 by
Ohio school buses would have to be outfitted with safety belts under legislation introduced in the Ohio House of Representatives. House Bill 578 would require all school buses bought, leased, or rented after January 1, 2016 be equipped with lap and shoulder safety belts for all passengers. The bill also would require school districts to […]
