The Marion Police Department reports they made an arrest last month connected to the theft of an urn back in October. That urn contained the remains of a deceased child. On October 20, 2013, the Marion Police Department was called to an apartment on Owens Street in regards to a burglary. The victim in this […]
Judge Blocks New Rules for Ohio’s Minority Political Parties
January 8, 2014 by
A federal judge on Tuesday blocked the implementation of new ballot-access rules, saying they unfairly hamper the ability of minor political parties to participate in this year’s elections. District Court Judge Michael Watson granted a preliminary injunction preventing the state from enforcing the Republican-backed law, which prevents Ohio’s four minor parties from holding a 2014 […]
Ohio Law Already in Compliance with Proposed Federal Gun Regulation
January 8, 2014 by
A new Ohio law named for a Clark County sheriff’s deputy who was fatally shot by a mentally ill man puts the state in compliance with federal regulations proposed last week to keep mentally ill people from buying guns, the office of Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine said on Tuesday. The “Deputy Suzanne Hopper Act” […]
Ohio’s Average Auto Insurance Premium Remains Ninth Lowest
January 7, 2014 by
Lieutenant Governor and Department of Insurance Director Mary Taylor announced Ohio’s average auto insurance premium remained ninth lowest in the country, according to 2011 data from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC), the most recent available. Ohioans paid $620 on average for the year in which the national average premium was $797. “Having auto […]
Aqua Ohio Offers Tips to Protect Your Home
January 7, 2014 by
By taking a few simple preventative measures, Aqua Ohio says homeowners can save time, money, and prevent the frustration caused by frozen or broken pipes. Throughout the House Know the areas that are most vulnerable to freezing such as basements, crawl spaces, unheated rooms and along outside walls. Repair cracks in your foundation, windows and […]
Ohioans Urged to Take Precaution Against Cold Weather
January 7, 2014 by
The Ohio Emergency Management Agency and the Ohio Departments of Health and Aging are urging Ohioans to take preventive action against the continuing extreme cold-weather conditions. By observing safety precautions during times of extremely cold weather, you can reduce the risk of weather-related health problems. The Ohio Emergency Management Agency has already contacted all local […]
WBC to Discuss Getting Your Affairs in Order
January 6, 2014 by
The Marion Women’s Business Council invites you to start the new year off right with at their next luncheon meeting where you can learn more about planning for the future. Jessica Bacon Moon, associate with the law firm of Roth & Bacon Attorneys, will discuss with the group estate planning. Her focus will be on […]
Fire Marshal Reminds Ohioans to be Safe During Harsh Winter Weather
January 6, 2014 by
With frigid winter temperatures below freezing setting in, State Fire Marshal Larry Flowers wants to remind Ohioans that that there is increased risk for home fires when the weather turns bad. However, many of these fires are preventable and citizens can reduce their risks of becoming a fire casualty by identifying potential hazards and following […]
Marion Palace Theatre Featuring “Bach through the Ages”
January 6, 2014 by
An ensemble of five musicians (Maureen Case, Violin; Doug Craven, Viola; Matt Hawley, Cello; William Manley, Violin; and Dr. Caroline Salido-Barta, Keys) will perform the music of the magnificent classical composer, Johann Sebastian Bach. Bach is revered through the ages for his work’s musical complexities and stylistic innovations. Bach clearly shared his love of music […]
Changes to Budget, Taxes, Elections on Tap for Ohio Lawmakers
January 6, 2014 by
For the Ohio General Assembly, 2014 is shaping up to be a year where economic issues will be at the fore, from tweaking the state budget to proposed changes to severance and local income taxes. But state lawmakers will have a number of other issues on their plate as well when they return to the […]
