Kindergarten screening has been scheduled for the new K-5 Elgin Elementary School. Kindergarten screening will be held in the gymnasium at Elgin High School on Friday, May 3 from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. You are encouraged to call either current elementary school to register: Elgin West (740) 499-3277 or Elgin South (740) 494-2677. The […]
Unemployment for Marion Dropped in March
April 23, 2013 by
The unemployment rate for Marion County dropped over a half percent to 7.6 percent in March 2013, down from 8.2 percent in February. The decrease comes during the same month as when Ohio’s statewide unemployment rate remained unchanged at 7.1 percent. The local rate has dropped quickly after shooting up 2 percent between December and […]
Lane Closures to Affect State Route 95 through Middle of June
April 23, 2013 by
The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) says construction is expected to start today (Tuesday, April 23, 2013) on State Route 95 on the east side of Marion. The construction will cause State Route 95 to be reduced to one lane in each direction between University Drive and Belvins Drive. The work is expected to be […]
Sheriff’s Office Enforcing Traffic Safety for High School Proms
April 23, 2013 by
Marion County Sheriff Tim Bailey announced his office will be participating in a countywide traffic detail targeting speed and alcohol related violations for the upcoming High School Proms. Deputies will be conducting extra traffic enforcement and patrol now through May 11, 2013. In an effort to ensure the safety of the motoring public, the sheriff’s […]
Meeting to Discuss Home Changes to Help Those with Dementia
April 23, 2013 by
The Marion County Council on Aging will be hosting Caregiver Connections on Thursday, May 2, 2013 with special guest speaker Dr. Lynn Ritter. Dr. Ritter is with the Northwest Ohio Chapter of the Alzheimer Association and her topic will be Extreme Home Make-Over. She will address common-sense home modifications such as lighting, furniture placement, food […]
Ohio Medicaid Expansion Compromise Could Include Private Insurance
April 23, 2013 by
For the first time since Gov. John Kasich won national attention by supporting Medicaid expansion, a clear picture is emerging on how the Republican governor’s compromise with federal regulators could work. Some uninsured Ohioans would be enrolled in the state’s traditional Medicaid program, while others would sign up for private health insurance using federal funding, […]
Clothesline Project Highlights Crime Victims’ Rights Week
April 22, 2013 by
Turning Point will highlight National Crime Victims’ Rights Week 2013 (April 21-27) by displaying their portion of the Clothesline Project. The week is to support all victims of crime and those who advocate tirelessly for these victims. The Clothesline is part of a nationwide effort to bring attention to the issue of violence against women. […]
Spring Garden Fair to Feature “In the Garden” Host, Ideas and Tips
April 22, 2013 by
From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, April 27, at the Tri-Rivers Career Center, OhioHealth Marion General Hospital’s TWIG VI/Garden Club of Marion is hosting a Spring Garden Fair. For an admission of $5, you can visit with local landscape companies, greenhouses, and other gardening enthusiasts who will answer questions and sell gardening products. At […]
5k Run/Walk Raises Over $3,000 for Boys & Girls Club
April 22, 2013 by
The Boys & Girls Club of Marion County recently held their second annual Go the Distance 5k Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run. The event was held in conjunction with Marion County Children Services Pinwheel Play Day on April 6th, 2013 and raised over $3,000 for the local club. Allison Miracle, Executive Director of Boys & […]
Marion Public Health Closing Early for Staff Development
April 22, 2013 by
Marion Public Health will close at 12:00 pm on Friday, April 26, 2013 for Staff Development and Training. The closing will affect all divisions of the Marion Public Health including the Administrative, Vital Statistics, Environmental Health, Nursing, Emergency Preparedness, and WIC divisions. The Marion Public Health is located at 181 S. Main Street and normal […]
