Moira Vaughn captured the 2013 Miss Teen Popcorn title Saturday evening in festivities at River Valley High School. “I can’t believe it,” said the newly crowned Vaughn. “This was my first year … I only got interested because my wonderful friend Hanah Reiff was on the court last year and took me with her to […]
Brumfield Named 2013 Miss Teeny Pop
August 19, 2013 by
Melanie Brumfield was chosen Miss Teeny Pop 2013 Saturday during competition at River Valley High School. The 9-year also won overall commercial, as well as her age group in formalwear and talent. The Heritage Elementary 4th grader said she was “amazed” and “surprised” to win. “My Mom was Ms. Marion Popcorn Festival last year,” said […]
Statewide Unemployment Rate Flat in July
August 19, 2013 by
Ohio’s unemployment rate was 7.2 percent in July 2013, unchanged from June, according to data released this morning by the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS). Ohio’s nonfarm wage and salary employment increased 5,300 over the month, from a revised 5,205,600 in June to 5,210,900 in July. The number of workers unemployed in […]
Patrol Reminds Drivers to Watch for Stopped School Busses
August 19, 2013 by
Summer break is ending for Ohio students and for many the journey to and from school will require trips on a school bus. That is why the Ohio State Highway Patrol is reminding drivers to pay attention and be alert for stopped school busses. “Although drivers of all vehicles are required to stop for a […]
As School Begins, Ohio AG Warns of Financial Scams
August 19, 2013 by
As families prepare for the new school year, Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine is warning consumers to beware of financial scams, including phony grant offers. Dozens of Ohioans have reported losing hundreds of dollars to grant scams in the past year. “It’s a busy time of year for many families, and it’s important not to […]
Marion Police Department to Offer Citizen’s Police Academy
August 16, 2013 by
The Marion Police Department has announced that it will once again be holding a Citizen’s Police Academy this year. The Citizen Police Academy provides the citizens of Marion a hands-on opportunity to learn more about their Police Department and the tasks and services our officers offer each day. Graduates may be eligible to join the […]
Retirement Readiness Series to Discuss Budgeting, Money Management
August 16, 2013 by
On Thursday, August 22, 2013, the Marion County Council on Aging will host the third and final presentation of their three-part series: Retirement Readiness: Money Matters. Bob Sanner, Assistant Vice-President with Fahey Bank, will give a presentation on budgeting and money management skills. Often after retirement, the weekly or bi-weekly pay-check stops, and becomes just […]
Miss Teeny Pop Contestants Take the Stage Saturday
August 16, 2013 by
The 2013 Miss Teeny Pop will be chosen Saturday, August 17, 2013 at River Valley High School. Competition for the 18 contestants begins at 9:30 a.m. Participants must be aged 6 – 12 and live or go to school in Marion, Crawford, Delaware, Harding, Morrow, Union, or Wyandot County. Each contestant will compete in modeling, […]
Marion County Shock Holding Tryouts for 8U, 12U
August 16, 2013 by
Tryouts for the 2014 Marion County Shock 8U and 12U baseball travel teams will be held on Saturday, August 17, 2013 for 12U baseball and Sunday, August 18, for 8U baseball. Tryouts will be held at Waldo Community Park located on West Main Street in Waldo. Marion County Shock is a non-profit, volunteer organization serving […]
After a Year Off, Saturday in the Park Returns
August 15, 2013 by
Saturday in the Park, the family festival that annually drew thousands to Marion’s Lincoln Park announced it would end two years ago. But after a year off, the festival has re-organized and will return to the park on Saturday, August 24, 2013. Festival organizers say that this year, the event, which will run from 11 […]
