Marion Matters is working to help local residents pull themselves out of a cycle of poverty and move ahead in their lives with a more confident financial outlook. To provide an understanding of the issues surrounding poverty, as well as to train new volunteers, Marion Matters will host a “Basic” Bridges Out of Poverty session […]
Boys & Girls Club Kicks Off New Year of After School Programs
August 29, 2012 by
After a summer jammed full of activities including a weekly trip to the City of Marion Aquatic Center, the Boys & Girls Club of Marion County is kicking off the new year of after school programs at the Marion City Schools’ elementary buildings. The Boys & Girls Club (BGC) averaged over 100 kids per day […]
Registrations Available for Various Popcorn Festival Events
August 29, 2012 by
The Marion Popcorn Festival hosts many events during their three day festival being held September 6th through September 8th. Entry forms and additional information are available on their website at www.popcornfestival.com. Interested participants are encouraged to register for their events. The Popcorn Festival is sponsored in part by the City of Marion. The Marion Popcorn […]
Palace Theatre Announces Entertainment for New Season
August 28, 2012 by
The Marion Palace Theatre has released the 2012-2013 line-up for entertainment slated for the Palace stage. Tickets for all shows, which include Bob Hope, the Monkees, Little River Band, and more, are now on sale. The Lennon Sisters – Sunday, October 7 at 3pm — America fell in love with them as the girls next […]
Popcorn Festival 2012 Golf Outing Winners Announced
August 28, 2012 by
The Marion Popcorn Festival Golf Outing was held on August 12 at Kings Mill Golf Course and winners have been announced. Finishing in first place were Mike Gist, Ken Ballinger, Les Morgan, and Nick Gist. Second place golfers were Bill Willis, Mat Morgan, Bo Smith, and Nick Trainer. Ryan Meeks, Derick Dennis, Nick Rowland, and […]
YMCA Closing for Annual Cleaning, Maintenance
August 28, 2012 by
The Marion Family YMCA will be completely closed Thursday, August 30, through Monday, September 3, for annual cleaning, maintenance and the Labor Day holiday. The facility will reopen on Tuesday, September 4, at 5:00 am. Members and the community can find information about Fall programs and register online at www.marionymca.org.
State Representative Candidate Holding Fundraiser, Meet and Greet
August 28, 2012 by
Cheryl Johncox, candidate for the 86th Ohio House District which includes a portion of Marion County, is inviting the public to a meet and greet fundraiser on Friday, August 31, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. She will be appearing with special guest Congressman Tim Ryan. The event will take place at Circa, 181 North […]
CPR Class Turns into Real Life Medical Situation
August 27, 2012 by
Marion Campus Public Safety Officer, Sergeant Ron Kuszmaul was recently recognized by Ohio State University Police Chief Paul Denton, Captain David Rose, Ohio State Marion Dean & Director Gregory S. Rose, and a room full of his colleagues for his July 13th act of heroism while attending to an emergency medical situation outside a local […]
Few Spots Remaining for AquaGym
August 27, 2012 by
There are just a few spots remaining for AquaGym at the City of Marion Lincoln Park Family Aquatic Center. The program is Wednesday, August 29, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm for ages 8 years old and up. AquaGym is an underwater adventure using scuba gear. Instructor, Dave Smith, is a certified dive instructor who […]
Patrol and Partners Debut New Teen Driver Safety Program
August 27, 2012 by
The Ohio State Highway Patrol has partnered with the Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) to roll out a new teen driver safety program, You Are In Control. The program – which debuted today at the OHSAA Charity Game at Cleveland Browns Stadium – focuses on helping teen drivers understand the responsibility, awareness and safety […]
