As Ohioans prepare to “fall back” this weekend with the end of Daylight Saving Time, the Ohio Department of Aging’s STEADY U Ohio initiative urges older adults and their families to take steps to ensure a falls-free winter by checking their homes for common hazards that can lead to slips, trips and tumbles. “Most falls […]
Ohio Houses passes ban on Down syndrome abortions, bill heads to Senate
November 3, 2017 by
The Ohio House on Wednesday advanced a bill that would ban abortions when a test shows the fetus likely has Down syndrome. Doctors would face a fourth-degree felony, punishable by up to 18 months in prison, for providing an abortion after a fetal Down syndrome diagnosis. Women who have abortions in violation of the law […]
Court rules that Marion Commissioners must accept annexation request
November 1, 2017 by
Marion County must approve National Lime & Stone Company’s request to have 224 acres of its industrial mining property annexed to the city of Marion, the Ohio Supreme Court ruled this week. The decision overturns a rejection of the move by the Marion County Commissioners. A Supreme Court majority agreed with National Lime’s position that […]
“My Little Pony: The Movie” at Marion Palace Theatre
November 1, 2017 by
The Palace Cultural Arts Association (PCAA) is pleased to announce that the animated adventure “My Little Pony: The Movie” will be showing at the historic Marion Palace Theatre November 3, 4, and 5, 2017. The Palace Theatre is located at 276 W. Center Street in Marion, Ohio. Featuring an all-star voice cast that includes Emily […]
Boswell, Harbin attend Modern Woodmen seminar
November 1, 2017 by
Lynne M. Boswell and Colleen M. Harbin, both of Marion, administrative assistants for Modern Woodmen of America, have completed a four‑day educational program at the organization’s home office in Rock Island, Ill. The school provides experienced administrative assistants with an advanced understanding of the administrative assistant position and how it interacts with home office functions. […]
Comedy musical “The Drowsy Chaperone” opens this Friday
October 31, 2017 by
Theatre-goers who enjoy local Palace productions mixed with slap-stick, silliness, and a terrific musical score will soon have the opportunity to experience the musical THE DROWSY CHAPERONE at the Marion Palace Theatre’s May Pavilion. Show times are: Friday, November 3 at 7:30pm, Saturday, November 4 at 7:30pm, and Sunday, November 5 at 2pm. THE DROWSY […]
Marion police say man stabbed, killed brother
October 30, 2017 by
The Marion Police Department said that a local man stabbed his brother in the neck over the weekend following some sort of dispute. On October 28, 2017 at approximately 9:14pm, the Marion County Combined Dispatch received a call of a male who was bleeding profusely from his neck in the 200-block of North State Street. […]
City Council holding special meeting to discuss medical marijuana dispensary
October 30, 2017 by
Marion City Council will hold a special meeting on Monday October 30, 2017 to discuss the possibility of a medical marijuana dispensary being opening in the area. While there is no current plan or authorization from the state for one to open, local officials want to make sure they discuss the situation in advance in […]
Ohioans without subsidies may save money avoiding federal marketplace
October 30, 2017 by
Obamacare math is getting more complicated, but a way to save substantial money in 2018 is now apparent, especially for Ohioans who earn too much money to qualify for subsidies. According to a story from Cleveland.com, buy through an insurance broker or agent, or call the insurer directly. This is not a pitch to send […]
Supreme Court Justice launches Democratic campaign for governor
October 30, 2017 by
Ohio Supreme Court Justice Bill O’Neill announced Sunday afternoon his plans to run for governor. O’Neill, 70, is prohibited from running for the court next year because of his age. Ohio has an age limit of 70 on justices running for the high court. He is the fifth Democrat to enter the race to replace […]
