Hunters wanting to participate in Ohio’s 2013-2014 controlled deer and waterfowl hunts have until July 31, 2013 to submit permit applications for a random drawing, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). These special hunts are held on selected public areas to provide additional hunting opportunities for Ohio’s hunting enthusiasts. All applicants, youth […]
Police Warn of Scam Involving Offer of Cheap Cigarettes
July 8, 2013 by
The Marion Police Department is warning area residents of a scam involving the offer of cheap cigarettes. Officials said they have received several calls during the past week of a man offering to sell cartons of cigarettes for $10. Investigators say the man tells the victim that he will need a ride to go and […]
Tickets Available for “Oliver!” at the Marion Palace Theatre
July 8, 2013 by
The Marion Palace Theatre will stage the long running Broadway musical “‘Oliver!” for five performances. Show dates are scheduled for July 13, 19, and 20 at 8:00 p.m. and July 14 and 21 at 2:00 p.m. Patrons are encouraged to order tickets early for the best available seating. Last performed at the Palace in 2001, […]
Lanes Reduced on State Route 309 for Construction
July 8, 2013 by
Starting on Monday, July 8, 2013, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) says lanes will be reduced on State Route 309 in Marion. One lane of State Route 309 will be closed between Sargent Street and State Route 98 from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. daily. ODOT said State Route 309 will be reduced to […]
Free Program Offers the Basics of Estate Planning
July 8, 2013 by
The Basics of Estate Planning is the topic of a Community Chat presented by Attorneys David F. Bacon and Jessica B. Moon on Wednesday, July 10, 2013 from noon to 1:00pm at Kingston Residence of Marion. Topics to be covered include: Wills and Trusts and their differences, probate avoidance; planning for control, succession and family […]
River Valley Hosting Free Athletic Physicals for County Schools
July 8, 2013 by
Free physicals will be offered at River Valley High School on Thursday, July 11, 2013. The free physicals are available to students entering seventh to twelfth grades at all four Marion County school districts. There are different times for the individual schools. The times for the River Valley students will be from 5:30pm to 6:30pm. […]
Blast from the Past Sends Local Kids Back in Time
July 5, 2013 by
Returning for its thirteenth summer, “Blast from the Past” will give kids ages 8-12 an opportunity to learn more about a wide variety of topics all tied to Marion history. Beginning on July 11, 2013 and continuing on each Thursday through August 1st, a group of Marion County Historical Society volunteers will make Heritage Hall […]
Dre5K to Benefit Scholarship in Memory of Andrew Wigton
July 5, 2013 by
A 5K cross-country run/walk, called Dre5K, will be held at Pleasant Township Park on Saturday, August 3, 2013. Registration starts at 8:00am and the Run/Walk steps off at 9:00am. Entry fee is $25 and includes refreshments and computerized timing. All proceeds from the event go to the Marion Community Foundation for the Andrew Wigton Memorial […]
Harding Class of 1973 Holding 40th Reunion
July 5, 2013 by
The Harding High School Class of 1973 is having their 40th reunion on July 26 and 27, 2013. Friday night will be at Bluefusion beginning at 7:30pm with a cash bar. Saturday night is at the Palace Theatre’s May Pavilion beginning at 5:00pm. Cocktails with dinner will begin at 6:30pm and music starts at 8:00pm. […]
Huddle Named June Republican of the Month
July 5, 2013 by
Rick Huddle was selected as the June Republican of the Month during a recent meeting of the Marion County Republican Central and Executive meeting. Huddle was chairman of the successful June GOP Golf Outing. His past and present associations include the Ohio State Teacher’s Association, the Ohio Coaches Association, a member of the Harding Athletic […]
