The Marion County Historical Society on Thursday, May 23, 2013 will be hosting a free program on Civil War music at 7:00pm in the Heritage Hall auditorium. This “engaging musical treat” will be provided by Steve Ball, a musician and historian from Columbus Ohio. The audience will listen to the songs that were popular during […]
Law Enforcement Officials Balk at Idea of Single License Plate
State Reps. Terry Johnson, a Republican from McDermott, and Stephen Slesnick, a Democrat from Canton, have sponsored legislation to require vehicle owners only need to display one Ohio license plate on the rear bumper of their vehicles. But law enforcement officials from some cities across the state and public safety advocates have balked at the […]
Popcorn Festival Bringing Neil Diamond Tribute for Afternoon Show
The Marion Popcorn Festival has announced that Robert James McArthur will bring a Tribute to Neil Diamond to the historic Palace Theatre on Thursday afternoon, September 5, 2013 at 2:00pm. Previously announced main stage entertainment includes the iconic group The Village People on Friday, September 6, and country artist Jo Dee Messina on Saturday, September […]
Shriners Fund Boys & Girls Trip to the Circus
Members of the Boys & Girls Club of Marion County were able to attend the Shriners circus held at the Ohio Expo Center in Columbus, Ohio on Saturday, March 23rd, 2013. The Marion Shriners Chapter paid for the tickets, snacks, and souvenirs and the Marion Kiwanis stepped up to pay for the transportation to and […]
Elgin Holding Ceremonies for Closing School Buildings
As the end of the school year draws near and a new K-12 school building gets closer to being finished, the Elgin School District says it is time to remember the current buildings with closing ceremonies. Former students, staff, friends, and families are encouraged to attend and take a self-guided tour. Officials say this will […]
Sheriff’s Office Stepping Up Traffic Enforcement through Memorial Day Weekend
Marion County Sheriff Tim Bailey is announcing that deputies will be conducting a traffic enforcement blitz to correlate with Click it or Ticket campaign. Bailey says extra patrols will be working now through the Memorial Day weekend to ensure the safety of our community during weekend activities. In an effort to ensure the safety of […]
Aqua Ohio Wrapping Up Spring Hydrant Flushing
Aqua Ohio’s Marion Division will conduct water main flushing in the Marion County service area Tuesday, May 20 through Friday, May 24 between 8:00 am and 12:30 am. This is expected to be the final week of flushing for the season. “Flushing is an important part of our system’s regular maintenance program. It ensures hydrants […]
Police Arrest One, Seek Second Suspect in Shooting
The Marion Police Department says they have arrested Lothario A. Jones, but are still looking for Brendan C. Hammock in connection with a shooting that took place on Thursday, May 9, 2013. Both men have warrants for their arrest for Felonious Assault. Police say Hammock should be considered armed and dangerous. 23-year-old Jones (pictured on […]
MTC Holding Communications Expo
Marion Technical College is inviting the community to learn more about telecommunications careers by visiting their Communication Technology Expo on Saturday, May 18, 2013 from 10:00am to 2:00pm. MTC says telecommunications can offer a rewarding career with great pay. They point to Bureau of Labor statistics that estimate a median pay of $54,710 per year […]
Over $245,000 in Scholarships Awarded to Local Students
Marion Community Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of its 2013 Scholarship Program awards — $245,260 in 133 scholarships awarded to 100 scholars. This total is an increase of more than $100,000 and nearly 20 scholarships from last year’s program, due to the ever increasing number of scholarship funds at Marion Community Foundation. The […]