The 2012-13 waterfowl hunting season dates have been approved by the Ohio Wildlife Council, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources’ (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. The Lake Erie Marsh Zone encompasses portions of Lucas, Wood, Ottawa, Sandusky and Erie counties. The duck hunting season in the Lake Erie Marsh Zone is October 13-28 followed […]
Marion Unemployment Rate Up a Tick
August 21, 2012 by
The unemployment rate for Marion County increase one point in July 2012 to 8.2 percent up from 8.1 percent in June, according to figures release by the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services. The rate for Marion County is considerably lower than a year ago when it sat at 10.0 percent. The increase in […]
Youth Invited to Fish at Stocked Ponds
August 21, 2012 by
Approximately 500 young anglers age 15 and younger participated in the youth-only fishing pond opportunity held on June 30 at the five state-owned ponds across Ohio. Youth interested in fishing in stocked ponds are again invited to join in this fun experience on Saturday, August 25. “I attended the last youth-only fishing event on June […]
Marion Republicans Announce Honors for May, June
August 21, 2012 by
Two men have been named Republican of the Month by the Marion County Republican Central and Executive Committee. Dave Osmun was selected for May and Stanely Jackson for June. Osmun is owner/operator of Osmun Co. LLC, which delves into electro-mechanical troubleshooting and repair. He is a deacon, financial secretary and Sunday school superintendent of Emmanuel […]
Judge Candidate Holding Ice Cream Social
August 21, 2012 by
The public is invited to an ice cream social this Sunday, August 26, from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm at McKinley Park in Marion. The event, which is sponsored by the Slagle for Judge Campaign, will feature ice cream, cake, music, and games for all ages. “This is an opportunity for some outdoor fun before […]
Navy Vice Admiral to Visit Marion Campus
August 20, 2012 by
On September 4, 2012, at 3:00 p.m. in the Health Technology Center auditorium of Marion Technical College, Vice Admiral James "Phil" Wisecup of the United States Navy will be visiting the Marion campus as part of the Navy 50/50 project. As part of the 50/50 program, 50 Navy leaders will visit 50 cities across the United States to meet with corporate executives, civic leaders, government officials, non-profit executive directors, interested community members, college faculty, administrators, and students.
Back-to-School Traffic Means Danger for Pedestrians
August 20, 2012 by
An estimated 13 percent of America’s 55 million school-aged children will walk or bike to school this year. With recent data indicating an uptick in fatal pedestrian crashes, motorists and AAA School Safety Patrol members must be especially vigilant in their efforts to keep these students safe.
Palace Theare Board Names New Members
August 20, 2012 by
Bev Ford, Executive Director at the Marion Palace Theatre, announces the election of new board members to the Palace Cultural Arts Association (PCAA) Board of Directors.
Five new members were elected to serve a three-year term on the PCAA Board and board member emeritus, John C. Keggan, was returned to a voting member on the board.
Miniard Sought for Probation Violation
August 20, 2012 by
The Marion County Adult Probation Department is seeking 31-year-old Cassandra "Cassie" Miniard for a probation violation. She is a white female, 5'7" tall, 165 lbs with blue eyes and brown hair. Her last known address is 519 Hartford Street in Marion.
Squirrel Season Offers Hunters Preparation for Fall Hunting
August 20, 2012 by
Ohio's squirrel season will open on September 1 and provide hunters with an opportunity to take as many as six squirrels each day, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources' (ODNR) Division of Wildlife.
Ohio's squirrel season, a long-time tradition for many hunters, offers ample hunting opportunities for fox and gray squirrels across the state. This is an excellent time to take a youth hunting or scout for the upcoming deer and fall wild turkey hunting seasons. Legal hunting hours are one-half hour before sunrise to sunset daily.
