Drivers could go faster — up to 70 mph — on rural stretches of highways like Interstates 71, 77 and 90 under a proposed change in state law. An increase in the 65 mph speed limit is among a flurry of changes an Ohio Senate committee made Monday to the state’s next two-year budget for […]
Updated ‘Yellow Book’ Released as National Sunshine Week Begins
March 12, 2013 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine has released his office’s 2013 edition of “Ohio Sunshine Laws: An Open Government Resource Manual,” also known as the “Yellow Book.” The release of the updated manual coincides with the start of National Sunshine Week, taking place from March 10-16, 2013. “Part of our mission to protect Ohio families includes […]
Marion Police Catch Burglar in the Act
March 11, 2013 by
The Marion Police Department, with help from the Marion County Sheriff’s Office K-9 unit, says they captured an alleged burglar in the act Sunday night after an alert neighbor called police. Officers responded at 11:08pm on Sunday, March 10, 2013, to the 300 block of South Grand Avenue for a reported burglary in progress. A […]
Police Chase Ends When Vehicle Smashes Through Marion Home
March 11, 2013 by
A suspect who allegedly stole a car was fleeing police officers when he crashed that stolen vehicle through a home early Sunday morning. The suspect and two people in the home were injured in the crash. Officers with the Marion Police Department responded at about 11:20pm on Saturday, March 9, to a downtown bar for […]
Five Nights Returns to Campus with Lone Raven
March 11, 2013 by
Ohio State Marion’s performing arts and entertainment series Five Nights on Campus returns to Morrill Hall Auditorium after a short winter hiatus on Thursday, March 14, 7:30 p.m. with the sounds of Lone Raven. Garnering rave reviews everywhere, Lone Raven performs an eclectic blend of traditional music from various areas of the world, as well […]
Science Café Discusses Fab Labs
March 11, 2013 by
You are invited to join David Richardson of Lorain County Community College on Tuesday, March 12, at 7 p.m. at the Infinity Restaurant, 267 W. Center Street, Marion, OH for Ohio State Marion’s March Science Café entitled Fab Labs: Fabricating the Future. Fab Labs are digital fabrication laboratories which use computers and tools that let […]
Anonymous Caller Leads Police to Alleged Kidnap Victim
March 9, 2013 by
Marion police say an anonymous tip helped officers to locate a woman Saturday morning who was allegedly being held against her will. One man was arrested and further charges may be filed in connection with the incident. On Saturday, March 9, 2013 at approximately 8:45am, the Marion Police Dispatch Center received a call from an […]
Renovations Underway at New Home of Marion’s Boys & Girls Club
March 9, 2013 by
The Boys & Girls Club of Marion County began an historic new chapter on Monday, February 25, 2013 as renovations began at their soon-to-be new home. Once construction is complete at the former Oak Street Elementary, the non-profit organization will be able to expand their rapidly growing afterschool programs to youth of all ages in […]
Spring Ahead on Sunday; Officials Offer Safety Tips
March 8, 2013 by
It’s that time of the year again when we “spring ahead” and move our clocks up one hour. The time change officially takes place at 2:00am on Sunday, March 10, 2013. Not only will we lose an hour of sleep, but bars are affected as well. And don’t forget to check and change those smoke […]
Groups Holding 2nd Annual Hobbies on Display Day
March 8, 2013 by
The Marion Whetstone Woodcarvers and the Marion Hobby Club are coming together to hold their 2nd annual Hobbies on Display day. The free event takes place Saturday, March 9, 2013 from 10:00am to 5:00pm at Marion Catholic High School. Attendees will find over 50 display tables representing hobbies of all types. There will also be […]
