The Ohio Wildlife Council will consider white-tailed deer hunting proposals on Wednesday, May 15, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). The following are adjustments to the proposals that were voted on and approved during the April 17 Ohio Wildlife Council meeting. These proposals address public input requesting an increase in recreational opportunities. […]
One Killed in Head On Crash Thursday Afternoon
May 10, 2013 by
The Ohio State Highway Patrol says one man was killed and another man was critically injured in a crash Thursday afternoon on State Route 4 north of Marion. The crash took place at 3:32pm north of US 23. The Patrol says the crash involved a 1999 Buick LeSabre driven by Donald D. Young, 78, of […]
Marion Police Investigate Gun Shot
May 9, 2013 by
The Marion Police Department says an argument led to a gun being fired on Thursday, May 9, 2013. Officers responded just after 1:00pm to the Crescent Heights area after receiving a call reporting a gun shot. The officers say they discovered that a shot had been fired following a “verbal altercation.” They said no one […]
Downtown Marion Market Season Starts Friday
May 9, 2013 by
UPDATE – Strong storms forecast for Friday evening has forced the cancellation of the opening of the Market. Click here for details. What do radishes, lettuce, pies, donuts, honey, homemade noodles, fry pies, vegetable bedding plants, flowers, lawn furniture, and statuary have in common? All of those items and more are expected to be a […]
Boomers and Seniors Expo Planned for Marion
May 9, 2013 by
Kingston Residence of Marion will host their first annual Boomer & Senior Expo on Friday, May 31, 2013 from 10:00am to 3:00pm. The Expo, which is free to the public, will provide products, services, knowledge and advice that boomers and seniors are seeking, want and need. Since boomers and seniors make up our fastest growing […]
Evening Offers the Chance to Learn the Waltz
May 9, 2013 by
Have you ever wanted to learn to waltz? You can learn how, brush up on your skills, or simply dance the night away on Saturday, May 11, 2013 at CWA Hall, 581 Bellefontaine Avenue in Marion. The evening starts at 6:15pm with registration and lessons start at 6:30pm. A pot luck dinner will be held […]
Prospect Tax Issue Approved, for now, by One Vote
May 8, 2013 by
The May 7, 2013 Election Day was small, very small, with just two issues on the ballot. Residents in Prospect voted, just barely, to approve a tax replacement and increase for the village. Some voters in Marion County were able to vote on an Income Tax for Cardington-Lincoln Schools. Local voters said no to the […]
Marion Red Cross Set to Hold 13th Annual Radiothon Fundraiser
May 8, 2013 by
The American Red Cross Radiothon – a 12-hour fundraiser on WMRN/Majic 95.9 radio – will be held on Thursday, May 9, 2013. This annual event, a major source of funding for the local chapter, is being broadcast live from 7:00am to 7:00pm on WMRN AM 1490 and Majic 95.9 FM. Clear Channel Marion, the primary […]
Ruth Honored for Sales Achievement
May 8, 2013 by
Modern Woodmen of America representative Roger L. Ruth of Marion has been named to Modern Woodmen’s President’s Cabinet. This distinction recognizes Ruth’s high achievement in life insurance sales and ranking among the organization’s top representatives nationwide. The local Modern Woodmen office is located at 137 Sargent Street, Suite 100, in Marion. Founded in 1883, Modern […]
More than 200 Black Bear Sightings Reported in Ohio in 2012
May 8, 2013 by
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) received 224 sightings reported from an estimated 93 black bears in 2012. Sixty-five of the 224 sightings reported were confirmed by ODNR Division of Wildlife personnel. The number of total sightings in 2012 increased from 152 in 2011. Five black bears accounted for 62 sightings in 2012, although […]
