Saying it’s time to “Inspire, Inform, and Involve,” members of the 2013/2014 Leadership Marion class held a community rally and volunteer fair at Tri-Rivers Thursday evening. In addition to several speakers, the event was the debut of video touting the good in Marion. Leadership Marion! is a comprehensive program sponsored by the Marion Area Chamber […]
Marion Community Foundation Awards Over $322,000 in Scholarships
May 16, 2014 by
Marion Community Foundation has announced the recipients of its 2014 Scholarship Program awards — $322,225 in 166 scholarships awarded to 116 scholars. This total includes 11 new scholarships since last year’s program. “We at Marion Community Foundation are so pleased to annually award and recognize outstanding young people throughout our community, including Marion County and […]
Aqua Ohio Kicking Off Spring Hydrant Flushing
May 16, 2014 by
Aqua Ohio’s Marion Division will conduct water main flushing in the Marion County service area Monday, May 19 through Friday, May 23, 2014 between 8:00 am and 4:30 pm. “Flushing is an important part of our system’s regular maintenance program. It ensures hydrants and valves are working properly and helps prevent sediment buildup,” said Don […]
Ohio Unemployment Dips to 5.7 Percent in April
May 16, 2014 by
Ohio’s unemployment rate was 5.7 percent in April 2014, down from 6.1 percent in March. Ohio’s nonfarm wage and salary employment increased 12,600 over the month, from a revised 5,285,000 in March to 5,297,600 in April. The number of workers unemployed in Ohio in April was 328,000, down 26,000 from 354,000 in March. The number […]
Car Show to Benefit Marion Daycare
May 16, 2014 by
Emanuel Lutheran Church in Marion will host the 4th Annual Car Show to benefit Emanuel Child Care on Saturday, May 17, 2014. The show will take place in the church parking lot, 241 South Prospect Street in Marion. The show will run from 12:00p.m. to 3:00p.m. with registration from 10:00a.m. to Noon. All vehicles are […]
ODH: Summer Protection Starts with Immunization
May 16, 2014 by
As summer camps, fairs, vacations and family picnics take you and your family away to many fun-filled places during the warm weather months, now is a good time to get vaccinated. The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) reminds Ohioans that immunizations are the most effective way to prevent illness from vaccine-preventable diseases. The ongoing measles […]
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Moves to New Location
May 15, 2014 by
You can rid your home of toxic waste at the DKMM Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day on Saturday, May 17, 2014 from 9:00am to 1:00pm at a new location this year, the Marion County Fairgrounds (220 East Fairground Street). All residents of the DKMM (Delaware, Knox, Marion and Morrow) Solid Waste District can take advantage […]
Marion Safety Council Awards Local Businesses at Annual Luncheon
May 15, 2014 by
The Marion Area Safety Council held its 62nd Annual Safety Awards Luncheon on Wednesday, May 14th at The Ohio State University at Marion Alber Enterprise Center. Several awards were handed out for safe practices at the annual event held in cooperation with the Bureau of Workers’ Compensation Division of Safety and Hygiene. Awards presented included […]
Ohio Bill Would Require Immunizations for Children in Daycare
May 15, 2014 by
Ohio children would be required to be immunized against certain diseases to attend licensed day care and preschool under bipartisan legislation introduced Tuesday. Ohio is the only state without immunization requirements for children in licensed pre-kindergarten settings. House Bill 536 would require children be immunized according to the schedule set by the Centers for Disease […]
Ohio AG Urges Consumers to Research Home Improvement Contractors
May 15, 2014 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine recently warned consumers about spring home improvement scams, while stressing the importance of researching contractors to help ensure their reliability. “Warmer weather brings more door-to-door home improvement sales, and consumers should remain cautious,” Attorney General DeWine said. “Don’t be pressured into a decision on the spot. It’s best for you […]
