The 2013-2014 Ohio hunting and trapping season dates have been released by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). The seasons include changes to address deer management on a county level, and increase hunting opportunities through extended hours and a new early muzzleloader season. 2013-2014 hunting and trapping seasons: Deer archery: Sept. 28 – Feb. […]
Marion County Fair Kicks Off
July 1, 2013 by
The Marion County Fair gets underway Monday, July 1, 2013 and runs through Saturday, July 6. While normally hot this time of the year, this week’s weather looks to provide cool temperatures, but chances of rain and storms nearly every day. Monday, July 1, is Canned Food Day, Ladies Day, and Senior Citizen’s Day, all […]
Governor Signs Budget, Leaves New Abortion Rules
July 1, 2013 by
Ohio’s next two-year budget is a done deal. Gov. John Kasich on Sunday evening signed controversial House Bill 59, a nearly $62 billion plan that attempts to spur economic growth while restricting reproductive rights. The Republican governor used his line-item veto to ditch a provision that would bar the state from expanding Medicaid, but held […]
Officials Remind Fair Goers to Practice Good Hygiene
July 1, 2013 by
As Ohio’s 2013 agricultural fair season kicks-off, the Ohio Departments of Health (ODH) and Agriculture (ODA) are reminding Ohioans to practice good hygiene when visiting livestock exhibits this summer. “With fair season upon us, we want to remind folks that some illnesses, such as influenza viruses, are commonly carried by livestock and can be directly […]
Speed Limit Increase Starts on Rural Interstates
July 1, 2013 by
Drivers can legally zip along some rural interstate highways more quickly as a new 70 mph speed limit takes effect along some sections of roadway around Ohio. The change beginning Monday, July 1, 2013 raises the speed limit in some areas from 65 mph to 70 mph. The Ohio Department of Transportation has said the […]
Marion-area Blood Drives Announced for July
July 1, 2013 by
The American Red Cross will conduct open blood drives at the following Marion County locations this month: Noon to 6 p.m., Tuesday, July 2, Walgreens – Marion (Bus), 1321 Delaware Avenue 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday, July 4, Marion County Fair (Bus), 220 E. Fairground Street 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, July 6, […]
BMV Announces Reduction in Fee for Late Registrations
July 1, 2013 by
Effective July 1, 2013, the current fee for late renewal of motor vehicle registration will be reduced from $20 to $10. In addition, the previous 7-day grace period associated with the fee has been extended to 30 days. The BMV asks drivers to keep in mind that it is still illegal to operate a motor […]
Sixth Baguette Run for Turning Point Called “Huge Success”
June 28, 2013 by
The sixth annual Baguette 5K Run/Walk sponsored by Panera Bread for Turning Point had 285 finishing participants last Saturday, making it the largest 5K event in the area. Starting the runners was Mayor Scott Schertzer and greeting them as they finished was Bob Nunnally, of Channel 4’s Storm Team. The over-all winner of the event […]
Dates Set for Popcorn Festival Pageants and Information Meetings
June 28, 2013 by
The Marion Popcorn Festival will again be having a full slate of pageant opportunities for all age groups, newborn to 100 or more. The Wee Pop and Little Wee Pop pageants are set to be held on Saturday, August 3, at Harding High School. There will be an informational meeting for parents interested in entering […]
City of Marion Holding Monthly Curbside Yard Waste Collection
June 28, 2013 by
As a reminder to all City of Marion residents, yard waste collection at curbside for the month of July will occur during the week of July 1 – 5, 2013. Grass clippings will not be picked up at the curbside. Branches must be bundled and cut in lengths no longer than 5 feet. Curbside pick […]
