The state launched a program Monday to try to prevent falls among the elderly as an effort to improve their independence and quality of life, to make businesses more accessible while lowering liability issues and to help keep down health costs. Gov. John Kasich and Department of Aging Director Bonnie K. Burman unveiled the program […]
September Designated Life Insurance Awareness Month
September 17, 2013 by
Governor Kasich and Lt. Governor and Insurance Director Mary Taylor are reminding Ohioans about the importance of taking steps to financially protect their loved ones if an unfortunate life event were to occur. They have designated September Life Insurance Month in Ohio through a resolution. “Life insurance is intended to help protect our families and […]
Step Back in Time with the Marion County Historical Society
September 16, 2013 by
The Marion County Historical Society will take a trip back through time and you are invited to join them this weekend. The 2013 Travel Thru Time event includes Revolutionary War, War of 1812 and Civil War era reenactors as well as period crafters, and historic and modern vendors with goods for sale throughout the park. […]
Harding IAAP Elect New Officers
September 16, 2013 by
Tanya Baughman, CAP, has been elected president of the Harding Chapter of International Association of Administrative Professionals for the year beginning in June. Other officers elected Deb Douglas as vice-president; Anita Major as treasurer; Erin Foos as recording secretary; and Linda Hartle as corresponding secretary. For more information about IAAP, the Harding Chapter, and its […]
State Cetifies Ballot Petition Language to Enact Medicaid Expansion
September 16, 2013 by
Attorney General Mike DeWine Friday certified the summary of a proposed law that would expand Medicaid in Ohio to cover the working poor, clearing the way for the group petitioning for the law to collect nearly 115,600 signatures needed to get it before the General Assembly. Healthy Ohioans Work, a registered action committee, will need […]
Popcorn Festival Announces Tractor Pedal Pull Event and Raffle Drawing Winners
September 16, 2013 by
The Buckeye State Pedal Pull had a total of forty-eight participants including seven brave adults during the 2013 Marion Popcorn Festival. Earning honorable mention were winners of the Age 3 group which included Nick Penry, Gabriel Addy, Noah Shocklie, MaKayla Devoe, and Kytanna Clark. The following winners are eligible to compete in the State Competition: […]
“Harvey” Set to Open at the Palace Theatre’s May Pavilion
September 13, 2013 by
The Marion Palace Theatre will stage the Pulitzer prize-winning play “Harvey” for three performances in the Palace Theatre May Pavilion. It has been almost three years since the Palace presented a stage play in the May Pavilion. Executive Director, Bev Ford says she is thrilled to bring back this slightly different style of entertainment for […]
Information Available on Assistance for Local Veterans
September 13, 2013 by
The Marion County Veterans Service Commission officer will be available to meet with veterans and spouses of veterans at Kingston Residence of Marion on Wednesday, September 18, 2013 from 1:00pm to 2:00pm. Dick Reish will meet with veterans and spouses to discuss financial assistance for assisted living called “Aid and Attendance.” “Aid and Attendance” is […]
Red Cross Seeks Candidates for Local AmeriCorps Positions
September 13, 2013 by
The American Red Cross has AmeriCorps openings in the following counties – Athens, Delaware, Fairfield/Hocking, Fayette, Franklin, Marion/Morrow, and Washington. AmeriCorps service opportunities offer practical, real life experiences for individuals looking to engage in public service while meeting the critical needs of the Red Cross. Team members will participate in disaster response and preparedness activities, […]
Cedar Point Named Best in the World
September 13, 2013 by
The results are in and for the 16th consecutive year, Cedar Point® amusement park/resort in Sandusky, Ohio, has been voted the “Best Amusement Park in the World!” The popular vacation destination won this coveted award at the annual Golden Ticket Awards ceremony in Santa Cruz, Calif. Cedar Point has earned the top honor every year […]
