During Older Americans Month in May, Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine is warning Ohio senior citizens to be cautious of job opportunity scams that could cost them thousands of dollars.
State Republicans Back Off Welfare Drug Testing – For Now
May 17, 2012 by
Ohio Senate Republicans dodged one fight Wednesday as they pulled back for now on a controversial proposal to drug test welfare applicants that had advocates for the poor and Democrats ready to rumble.
Ohio Senate Passes Pension Overhaul
May 17, 2012 by
After nearly three years of stalemate and delay, public pension system boards, retiree groups, worker unions and state senators grudgingly swallowed a bitter pill: generous benefits are no longer sustainable in the face of retirees living longer and stock market gains lagging.
Boyz II Men, Thompson, Journey Tribute Announced for Popcorn Fest
May 16, 2012 by
The lineup for the 32nd Marion Popcorn Festival has been announced. It includes one of the most iconic R & B groups of all time, Boyz II Men, on Saturday, September 8, new country sensation Josh Thompson on Friday, September 7, and The Ultimate Journey Xperience, a Journey tribute on Thursday, September 6. All performances begin at 8:30 p.m. and are free to Festival attendees.
OSUM Students Learn Giving Through Grant
May 16, 2012 by
Ohio State faculty are teaching students philanthropy, the value of volunteering, and the impact charitable organizations have on our community, and thanks in part to a recent grant award, they are reinforcing a valuable life lesson, “it is better to give than receive.”
Brandy Winfield Memorial Poker Run Set for 8th Year
May 16, 2012 by
The Brandy Winfield Memorial Fundraiser Corporation has announced plans for the 8th Annual Brandy Winfield Memorial Poker Run to be held on Saturday, June 2, 2012 at the Marion County Fairgrounds Veterans Memorial Coliseum, 220 E. Fairground St., Marion, Ohio.
Smith Wanted for Three Warrants
May 16, 2012 by
The Marion Police Department is seeking Leo Smith for three warrants. He is a 51-year-old black male with black hair and brown eyes. He stands 6-feet 4-inches tall and weighs 205 lbs. His last known address was 429 Oak Street.
Palace Theatre Showing “October Baby”
May 16, 2012 by
Marion Palace Theatre management says the film October Baby (PG-13) will be shown on May 18, 19 and 20 at the Marion Palace Theatre. Show times are Friday at 7:30 pm and Saturday and Sunday at 2:00 pm and 7:30 pm.
Bill Includes Drug Testing for Welfare Applicants Trial
May 16, 2012 by
A test program requiring some Ohio welfare recipients to pass drug tests before getting cash assistance is among the changes Senate Republicans are expected to make today to a wide-ranging bill known as the mid-biennium review.
Ohio House Passes Bill Banning Texting While Driving
May 15, 2012 by
Ohio is on its way to becoming the 39th state to ban texting while driving, and the first state to ban minors from using hand-held electronic devices behind the wheel. The Ohio House approved the revised version of H.B. 99, Tuesday, May 15, 82-12. The bill will now go to Governor Kasich who is expected to sign it into law.
