The Marion Family YMCA has announced they will be making several changes in the coming months, including the elimination or reduction of several fees. They said the changes are being made in an effort to provide the community with the best service and to add value to memberships. Upcoming changes include the following: Free Child […]
Geiser crowned 2017 Miss Wee Pop
August 18, 2017 by
From a field of 16 contestants, Addison Geiser was named and Miss Wee Pop 2017 during competition held Saturday morning at River Valley High School. Five-year old Geiser is the daughter of Amber and Ryan Geiser of Hilliard. She also won her age division in Formal Wear, Swimwear and Photogenic. First Runner-Up to Miss Wee […]
2017 Fall Hydrant Flushing – Week 1
August 18, 2017 by
Aqua Ohio’s Marion Division will conduct water main flushing in the Marion County service area Monday, August 21, through Friday, August 25, 2017 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. “Flushing is an important part of our system’s regular maintenance program. It ensures hydrants and valves are working properly and helps prevent sediment buildup,” said Don […]
Ballot language for prescription drug issue approved
August 18, 2017 by
The Ohio Ballot Board approved language Thursday afternoon for how a prescription drug proposal will be presented on the Nov. 7 ballot, with no conflict between the sides lined up for and against Issue 2. Issue 2, if passed, would require Ohio to obtain the same discounts on prescription drugs as the prices obtained by […]
Marion bank robbed, suspect sought
August 17, 2017 by
The Marion Combined Dispatch Center received a report of a bank robbery at the Union Bank on Richland Road at noon on Thursday, August 17, 2017. Witnesses said the suspect fled the bank with an undisclosed amount of money and left a package behind which he claimed contained an explosive device. The suspect is described […]
POET breaks ground on expansion that will more than double production at Marion plant
August 16, 2017 by
POET Biorefining – Marion broke ground Tuesday to expand its production capacity from 70 million gallons per year to 150 million gallons per year. The project will also increase production of dried distillers grains from the current 178,000 tons annually to 360,000 tons. With the groundbreaking, site work has officially begun, with project completion slated […]
Paleontology program offered at Tallgrass Trail
August 16, 2017 by
The Marion County Park District will be hosting Paleontology in the Park at the Tallgrass Trail Nature Center, 2093 Holland Road West on Saturday, August 19, 2017 from 1:00 PM until 5:30 PM. This program is suitable for children and adults of all ages. Those completing 4 of the 10 activities will receive free 450 […]
Marion Palace Theatre to show “Despicable Me 3” this weekend
August 16, 2017 by
Celebrate the beginning of the new school year and treat the kids to a fun family film at the Marion Palace Theatre this weekend. The animated comedy movie, “Despicable Me 3,” will play Friday, August 18 at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, August 19 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, August 20, 2017 at 7:30 […]
Consumer tips offered for purchasing solar eclipse glasses
August 16, 2017 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine has offered consumer protection tips ahead of the August 21 solar eclipse. “Ohioans of all ages are intrigued by the upcoming solar eclipse, but safety needs to be a priority to avoid permanent eye damage,” said Attorney General DeWine. “We want consumers to be informed before buying solar eclipse glasses.” […]
Marion Technical College awarded $350k Innovation Grant
August 14, 2017 by
Marion Technical College (MTC) has been awarded an Innovation Grant by the Ohio Department of Higher Education. This grant is a part of Governor John Kasich’s higher education strategies to enhance the quality of higher education while making it more affordable for students to receive an education. “The projects supported by these innovation grants will […]
