The Marion County Chapter of the American Red Cross will conduct its annual membership meeting and election of board members on Wednesday, June 20th, 2012. The event is scheduled to run from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. and will be held at The Alber Red Cross Center, 1849 Summerset Drive, Marion.
City Issues Reminder of Zoning Codes
June 18, 2012 by
With the summer season here, a time when many residents are updating and upgrading properties, the City of Marion is reminding city residents of some common City Zoning Code Regulations, including getting permits for fences, decks, and sheds.
City Council Holding Finance, Special Council Meeting
June 18, 2012 by
Marion City Council will hold a Finance Committee meeting on Tuesday, June 19, 2012. A special full City Council will be held following the finance meeting.
New Ohio Bill Would Help Victims of Elder Abuse
June 18, 2012 by
On the first annual Elder Abuse Awareness Day in Ohio, Attorney General Mike DeWine joined Representative Mike Dovilla (R-Berea) to officially announce a bill that could significantly help victims of elder abuse and financial exploitation.
Ohio Unemployment Rate Down as More Find Work
June 15, 2012 by
Ohio's unemployment rate was 7.3 percent in May, down from 7.4 percent in April, according to data released by the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS). Ohio's nonfarm wage and salary employment increased 19,600 over the month from the revised 5,139,300 in April to 5,158,900 in May.
Waldo Business Celebrates 50 Years, Raises Funds for Veterans Park
June 15, 2012 by
The G&R Tavern in Waldo celebrated their 50th anniversary on June 9, 2012 with a raffle for a 55” Visio television. The winner of the television was Corky Thomas of Marion. The big winner, however, was Veterans Memorial Park in Marion.
Marion Concert Band Kicks Off Summer Concert Series
June 15, 2012 by
The Marion Concert Band will kick off their summer concert series Sunday, June 18, at the Erickson Pavilion in McKinley Park in Marion. Various groups will perform there each Sunday evening at 7:00pm during the summer months.
Black Wanted for Probation Violation
June 15, 2012 by
The Marion County Adult Probation Department is seeking 26-year-old Brandon Black for a probation violation. He is a black male, 6'1" tall and 205 lbs with brown eyes and black hair. He is originally from Detroit, MI, but his last known address is 434 North Prospect Street in Marion.
Two Vacation Bible Schools Take Place Next Week
June 15, 2012 by
Two Vacation Bible Schools (VBS) kick off next week, June 18-22, in the Marion area. One is at Timothy Lutheran Church while the other is at Central Baptist Church.
Ohio House Passes Changes to Concealed Carry Law
June 14, 2012 by
Concealed handgun permit holders could legally have clips loaded with bullets next to their weapons in their cars under legislation approved Wednesday by the Ohio House.
House lawmakers voted, 57-26, for the measure, which also would lift other restrictions in the concealed carry law.
