The Marion Family YMCA is having several healthy specials over Black Friday Weekend. Winter Session starts January 6, 2014, and the Y says you can use these deals to get a jump on your health. The Marion Family YMCA of will be offering the following Black Friday weekend deals: Members– Buy one $10.00 Winter Adult […]
Area Government Closings, Changes Announced for Thanksgiving
November 26, 2013 by
All City of Marion departments will be closed on Thursday, November 28, 2013 for the Thanksgiving holiday. Offices in City Hall will also be closed on Friday, November 29th. As a result of City Hall offices being closed on Friday, the weekly early closure day will be observed on Wednesday, November 27th. Therefore, City offices […]
AAA Projects Slight Drop in Thanksgiving Travel
November 26, 2013 by
AAA predicts 43.4 million Americans, including 1.68 million Ohioans, will travel at least 50 miles from home this Thanksgiving holiday weekend, Wednesday November 27, 2013 to Sunday, December 1, 2013. This is a decrease of 1.5 percent nationwide and 1.7 percent for Ohio from last year. The recession drove travel volumes down by more than […]
Marion Courts’ Equine Therapy Program Highlighted at Supreme Court Conference
November 25, 2013 by
Alternative therapy practices, including the use of horses and drums, were new topics taught at the Ohio Specialized Dockets Practitioner Network 10th annual conference on November 21, 2013. Emphasizing a team approach to providing treatment for individuals served by specialized dockets in Ohio courts, the conference allowed judges, court staff, and treatment teams to learn […]
Elks “Most Valuable Student” Application Available Online
November 25, 2013 by
The 2014 Elks “Most Valuable Student” scholarship application is now available at www.elks.org/enf/scholars. Ranging from $1,000 per year to $15,000 per year, Most Valuable Student scholarships are for students pursuing a four-year degree, on a full-time basis (minimum of 12 semester hours), in a U.S. college or university. The Elks National Foundation will award 500 […]
Conaway Named Sims Brothers’ Manager of Nonferrous Operations
November 25, 2013 by
Greg Conaway has joined Sims Brothers Recycling as manager of nonferrous operations. The announcement was made by Gary Sims, president and CEO. Conaway will be responsible for all aspects of the operations, purchasing and sales of nonferrous metals at the recycling company. Common nonferrous metals include aluminum, tin, copper, zinc, and brass. He will report […]
Poll Shows 50 Percent Approval Rate for Ohio Governor
November 25, 2013 by
A poll of registered voters in Ohio found half approve of the job Gov. John Kasich is doing, but that they are generally displeased by the performance of those in Washington. When asked about the economy, 44 percent thought Kasich had made things better. The poll, conducted by the Mercyhurst Center for Applied Politics, asked […]
Nurse Midwife Joins Ohiohealth Marion Area Physicians
November 22, 2013 by
Deborah J. Burns, Certified Nurse Midwife, has joined OhioHealth Marion Area Physicians and is now accepting patients. As a certified nurse midwife, Burns participates in the delivery of babies as well as focuses on normal prenatal and postpartum care, gynecological care, women’s health, and education. “I am excited to bring a holistic approach to women’s […]
Newberry to join Central Baptist Church as Youth Minister
November 22, 2013 by
Central Baptist Church has called Warren Newberry to fill the newly created position of youth minister, effective in mid-January. In his new position at Central, Newberry will be responsible for ministry programs focused on middle and high school youth and their families. Rev. Ryan Strother, pastor at Central Baptist, said Newberry’s appointment represents an even […]
Marion Public Library Seeking New Trustee
November 22, 2013 by
The Marion Public Library is accepting nominations to fill a vacancy on its Board of Trustees. The new trustee will be appointed to serve a term that begins January 1, 2014. Criteria for Trustees include: commitments to the mission and goals of the Marion Public Library readiness and ability to devote the necessary time and […]
