How should our local courts deal with the multiple drug related cases which come before them? That question and others will be addressed at a town hall meeting set for Thursday, April 10, 2014 from 6:30pm to 8:00pm at Harding High School in the cafetorium. Members of the STAND Coalition (formerly the Marion County Opiate […]
Marion Goodwill Offers One-Week Guide to Donating While Cleaning
April 4, 2014 by
More than 70 percent of Americans engage in the annual tradition of spring cleaning, according to a 2013 survey by the American Cleaning Institute. But one of the most common dilemmas for spring cleaners is what to do with all their unneeded stuff. As the green movement grows, consumers are increasingly concerned about reusing and […]
Marion-area Blood Drives Announced for April
April 4, 2014 by
The American Red Cross will conduct open blood drives at the following Marion County locations this month: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, April 5, LaRue Community Drive (Hall),) 217 North High Street, LaRue Noon to 6 p.m., Monday, April 7, Marion Public Library (Bus), 445 East Church Street 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursday, […]
Casey Named CFO at Sims Brothers Recycling
April 4, 2014 by
Sims Brothers Recycling has named Stanley E. Casey to the position of chief financial officer (CFO). He has served as controller since joining the company in 1975. The announcement was made by Gary Sims, president and chairman of the board. As CFO, Casey is the chief financial spokesperson for the organization, responsible for all strategic […]
State Capital Budget Sending Nearly $4 Million to Marion Projects
April 3, 2014 by
Late Wednesday night, Governor John Kasich signed a bill into law that allocates nearly $2.4 billion for repairs, maintenance and construction of publicly owned buildings and other infrastructure across Ohio. The new law will send nearly $4 million to Marion to pay for projects at the Palace Theatre, Harding Home, and the Marion campus. Gov. […]
Harding Drumline Wins State Competition
April 3, 2014 by
The Marion Harding High School Indoor Drumline placed first in its class during a state championship on Saturday, March 29. The drumline competed in the Ohio Indoor Performance Association State Championships at Wapakoneta High School, beating seven others in its class to be named the OIPA Percussion Regional A State Champions, Marion City Schools band […]
Church Youth Group Holding Pass the Peace 5K
April 3, 2014 by
The 2nd annual Pass the Peace 5K Run/Walk will be held on Saturday, April 19, 2014 at 10:00 am at St. John Lutheran Church. A ½ mile youth fun run will also be held. The $25 registration fee for the 5K includes a t-shirt for anyone who registers before April 5, 2014. Registrations received after […]
ODH: Mumps Outbreak Highlights Need to Stay Current on Immunizations
April 3, 2014 by
As the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) continues to investigate a growing number of mumps cases in the Central Ohio area, the agency reminds Ohioans that vaccinations are the most effective way to prevent illness from vaccine-preventable diseases, including mumps. Mumps is a contagious disease that is spread person to person through the saliva or […]
Hunting with Suppressors Moves a Step Closer
April 3, 2014 by
Members of the Ohio House of Representatives voted Wednesday to approve a bill that would allow Ohioans to hunt with noise suppressors on their firearms. Sponsored by Republican Reps. Cheryl Grossman, of Grove City, and John Becker, of Union Township, House Bill 234 would allow noise suppressors on firearms while Ohioans hunt game birds and […]
Kumpf Named 2014 Marion Physician of the Year
April 2, 2014 by
In recognition of National Doctors’ Day, Dr. Arthur Kumpf, plastic/reconstructive surgeon, was chosen by OhioHealth Marion associates as Marion Physician of the Year for 2014. He is the 15th honoree for this award. A graduate of The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Dr. Kumpf completed his internship and residency at Saint Louis University Hospital, […]
