The Ohio AMBER Alert Steering Committee met in regular session on Wednesday, April 24th in Columbus. Robert Hoever, Director of Special Programs for the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), was on hand to make a presentation concerning the new Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) Program. The WEA is a new cell phone alerting […]
Ohio BWC Proposes Cut in Private Sector Rates
April 26, 2013 by
The Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation proposed a 2.1% base-rate reduction for private employers at the recent BWC Board of Directors’ Actuarial Committee. The recommendation would reduce employer premiums by $29 million for the July 1, 2014 policy year. If approved by BWC’s Board of Directors next month, it would be the third year in […]
Doo-Wop Group The Alley Cats to Perform at Palace Theatre
April 25, 2013 by
The Alley Cats will bring their “tight harmonies and universal humor” and take you back to the doo-wop era of the 1950s and 60s when they perform at the historic Marion Palace Theatre on Saturday, May 4, 2013 at 8:00 pm. Bev Ford, Palace Theatre Executive Director, says The Alley Cats appeal to fans of […]
Former Israeli Mayor to Speak at Marion Church
April 25, 2013 by
Marion Bible Fellowship will host special guest lecturer David Rubin on Sunday, April 28, 2013 at 4:00pm. The public is invited to hear Rubin who will share his experiences of living in Israel and provide fresh biblical and historical insights into current events. David Rubin is the former mayor of Shiloh, Israel and founder of […]
Peltier Chiropractic Holding 20th Year Celebration
April 25, 2013 by
Peltier Chiropractic Come is inviting the community to join them on April 27, 2013 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm as they celebrate 20 years of patient care and service to Marion. They will be offering free food, kids’ games, a large inflatable obstacle course, entertainment, free Hydro Massages, silent auction, and more. Local non-profit […]
Survey Finds, Unsurprisingly, Most Motorists Feel Gas Prices “Too High”
April 25, 2013 by
Half of U.S. adults consider gas prices to be “too high” at $3.44 per gallon, according to a new consumer price index developed by AAA. During the first three months of 2013, Ohio’s gas prices averaged $3.59 per gallon. Roughly two-thirds (62 percent) of drivers have offset these high fuel costs by changing their driving […]
K-9 Kilo Alerts Officers to Heroin
April 24, 2013 by
A Marion County Sheriff’s Office K-9 helped officers find a large amount of heroin and prescription pills on Tuesday and let to the arrest of a Detroit man for drug trafficking. On April 23, 2013 at 3:30pm MARMET/METRICH officers “made contact” with a man from the Detroit, Michigan area. Marion County Sheriff’s Deputy Christy Utley […]
Drop Off Offers Easy Way to Safely Dispose of Old Medications
April 24, 2013 by
Bring your expired or unused prescription and over-the-counter medications to The Medication Disposal Day at the Marion County Building on Saturday, April 27, 2013 from 10:00 am 2:00 pm. You can drive through the rear parking lot at 222 West Center Street to conveniently drop off pills, liquids and creams. No syringes will be accepted. […]
Spring Fling to Benefit Miss Teen Popcorn Scholarship Program
April 24, 2013 by
The Marion Popcorn Festival is hosting a Spring Fling to benefit the Miss Teen Popcorn Scholarship program. It will take place on Saturday, April 27, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. at Primrose of Marion located at 1550 Wellness Drive in Marion (just south of the Marion YMCA). The event, hosted by NBC Channel 4 meteorologist Bob […]
Crockpot Healthy Cooking Class at Grant Middle School
April 24, 2013 by
Marion City Schools Food Service is hosting a Crockpot Healthy Cooking Class at Grant Middle School on Thursday, April 25, 2013 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the cafeteria. Parents, grandparents, caregivers, and anyone interested in leading a healthy lifestyle is welcome to come to this free event. Executive Chef Brian Lewis will be […]
