The Marion Amateur Radio Club is holding their annual Field Day this weekend. From 2:00 pm Saturday to 2:00 pm Sunday, local “hams” will be at Sawyer-Ludwig Park providing demonstrations and the chance to try out this hobby which also serves as a vital source for emergency communications.
Free Event Gives Hands-On Look at Fun, Importance of Amateur Radio
June 22, 2012 by
Commissioners Report for June 21
June 22, 2012 by
At their regular meeting on Thursday, June 21, the Marion County Commissioners approved the employment of Shirley Harper as a full-time case manager at Marion County Job and Family Services. She will fill a vacancy in the Income Maintenance Unit.
Local Students Learn, Earn Philanthropy 101
June 22, 2012 by
Ohio State Marion students awarded nearly $5000 in grants to area charitable organizations through fundraising efforts in 2012, while gaining knowledge on the framework of “Paying it Forward.” Thanks to increase support, the program expects to donate even more funds next year.
Palace Theatre Set to Present “Annie”
June 22, 2012 by
The Marion Palace Theatre will stage the award-winning Broadway musical "Annie "for five performances. Show dates are scheduled for July 14, 20, and 21 at 8:00 p.m. and July 15 and 22 at 2:00 p.m. Ticket sales begin Monday, June 4 at 9 a.m. Patrons are encouraged to order tickets early for the best available seating.
Impaired Boaters to be Targeted in Nationwide Sweep
June 22, 2012 by
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources' (ODNR) Division of Watercraft is among many state and local marine patrol agencies participating in a nationwide crackdown on alcohol-impaired boating known as Operation Dry Water from June 22-24. This is the fourth year of the special marine enforcement effort initiated by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators.
Celebrate Summer to Feature Nationally Recognized Artists
June 21, 2012 by
The 20th annual Celebrate Summer will be held this Saturday, June 23, from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. on West Center Street in Downtown Marion. Featuring something that will interest everyone in your family, the Festival will include art, music, antique cars, food, a large children’s area, and more.
OSUM Students Honored for Successes
June 21, 2012 by
The Ohio State University at Marion held their 41st Annual Academic Recognition Ceremony at the Marion Palace Theatre, Thursday, May 31, 2012. Students earning an Associate of Arts Degree from The Ohio State University were formally recognized, in addition to a number of students for their academic success, and faculty for their contributions to teaching and research on the Marion campus.
Over 600 Named to MTC Dean’s List
June 21, 2012 by
Marion Technical College has named 636 full-time students to its Spring Term dean’s list. To qualify for the scholastic honor, a student must earn at least 3.5 out of a possible 4.0 academic average for the term and be enrolled at MTC as a full-time student.
Harden Sought for Probation Violation
June 21, 2012 by
The Marion County Adult Probation Department is seeking 30-year-old Robert Harden for a probation violation. He is a white male, 5'9" tall and 170 lbs with blue eyes and black hair. His last known address is 200 Fairfax Road, Apt E, in Marion.
Report – State School Funding Better Than Most
June 21, 2012 by
As the Ohio House prepares for another series of hearings on the school-funding formula next week, a new report shows that, from a national perspective, Ohio schools are doing better than most financially. Even so, there is a lot of room for improvement.
