With the upcoming New Year’s Holiday, the Patrol is asking motorists to help bring a safe end to 2013 by not driving impaired and ensuring everyone in your vehicle is buckled-up. Last year in Ohio, seven people died in OVI-related crashes between Christmas and New Year’s. During this year’s two-day Christmas Holiday reporting period of […]
Officials Warn that Flu Activity in Ohio is Increasing
December 30, 2013 by
Influenza activity is on the rise in Ohio and the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is encouraging Ohioans to get their influenza vaccine. Although Ohio is currently experiencing minimal influenza-like illness activity compared to what is being seen in other parts of the country, there are signs that activity in the state is increasing. So […]
Ohio Enhances OVI/OMWI Habitual Offender Registry
December 30, 2013 by
The Ohio Department of Public Safety (ODPS) launched last week an enhanced registry of people who have been convicted at least five times of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and meet certain other criteria established by law. By automating what had been a paper-driven process, ODPS and the Ohio State Highway Patrol […]
Marion Community Foundation Looking to Add Program Manager
December 30, 2013 by
The growth Marion Community Foundation has experienced over the past few years warrants an increase in staff, announced Susie Brown, Board of Trustees chairperson. “We are seeking a qualified person for the position of Program Manager,” she said. The new Program Manager position will report to MCF’s president/CEO and assist with the management of major […]
Donations Sought for the Marion Palace Theatre Restoration Fund
December 27, 2013 by
Since 1928, the historic Marion Palace Theatre has been a significant landmark attracting tens of thousands of visitors each year to downtown Marion, Ohio. And, it is not uncommon to hear Palace patrons comment on the remarkable beauty of the theatre. However, exposure to the elements for the past 85 years has caused stress on […]
Marion Unemployment Rate Up with Workforce Increase
December 27, 2013 by
The unemployment rate for Marion County was up a tick in November 2013 to 7.6 percent from 7.5 percent in October 2013. The increase came even as the number of unemployed individuals stayed flat. The difference? A 200 person increase in the available workforce and 200 newly employed people. According to the Ohio Department of […]
Insurance Tips Offered for Ohioans Impacted by Recent Flooding
December 27, 2013 by
Lieutenant Governor and Insurance Director Mary Taylor is offering information and tips for Ohioans impacted by the severe conditions and flooding caused by recent heavy rain and compounded by melting snow. “Ohioans dealing with the aftermath following recent severe weather should contact their insurance agent immediately,” Taylor said. “Because the recovery process can seem overwhelming, […]
MARCA Industries Offers Repurposed CD/DVD Cases
December 26, 2013 by
Due to a new recycling contract with a local business, MARCA Industries is pleased to announce the availability of high-quality DVD/CD cases for sale to interested businesses and individuals. According to Marc Thomas, Adult Training Technician, this contract has provided work for up to six individuals with disabilities three and one half hours per day, […]
Ohio Deer Hunters Donate 58,500 lbs of Venison to Food Banks
December 26, 2013 by
Ohio hunters donated 1,170 white-tailed deer to local food banks to benefit Ohioans in need during the 2013 hunting season, according to Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry (FHFH) and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. To date, food banks have received approximately 58,500 pounds of venison and 234,000 meals for needy Ohioans. One processed […]
Judge Orders Ohio to Include Same-Sex Marriages on Death Certificates
December 26, 2013 by
Public officials in Ohio must recognize same-sex marriages when issuing death certificates, a federal judge ruled on Monday. While the ruling by U.S. District Court Judge Timothy Black in Cincinnati was limited only to death certificates, Black used broad, sweeping language suggesting that the U.S. Constitution requires Ohio to recognize valid same-sex marriages from other […]
