March 25-31 is Ohio's Severe Weather Awareness Week, proclaimed by Governor John R. Kasich and promoted by the Ohio Committee for Severe Weather Awareness, to encourage residents to prepare for weather incidents that typically occur during spring and summer months, but they may strike at any time.
State Says City Must Issue Large Tax Refund
March 21, 2012 by
The State of Ohio has informed the City of Marion that they must make a large income tax refund to an unnamed utility company. Deputy Auditor Cathy Chaffin Tuesday evening told the Finance Committee of Marion City Council that the City has been told to refund $298,422.
Chaffin, who also serves as the City’s Tax Commissioner, told committee members that the refund represents an overpayment in 2009.
Group Donates $4,446 to Marion General Hospital Hospice
March 21, 2012 by
TWIG IV/Marion Board of Realtors recently presented a check in the amount of $4,446 to Marion General Hospital Hospice. The check represents donations received during the annual Hospice Remembrance Tree event, located at Marion General Hospital, Marion Area Health Center, and Marion Centre, as well as the Texas Hold’em project.
Fitzpatrick Wanted for Felony Warrant
March 21, 2012 by
The Marion Police Department is seeking Jeffery Fitzpatrick. He is a 58-year-old white male with brown hair and brown eyes. He stands 6-feet tall and weighs 205 lbs. His last known address was 166 Plymouth Street.
Public Hearing on Water Rate Increase Proposal is Tonight
March 21, 2012 by
Ohio American Water customers in the area will have the opportunity to testify at a public hearing scheduled for Wednesday, March 21, at 6:00pm, regarding the utility’s request to increase rates by over 20 percent.
Local Girl Scouts Teaming Up With Goodwill for a Good Turn
March 20, 2012 by
Area Girl Scouts are expected to take part in Good Turn Day 2012, on Saturday, March 24, from 9:00am to 2:00pm. Local scouts will collect donations and volunteer at eight Goodwill sites in Marion, Delaware, and Union counties.
Study Ranks Ohio Low for Anti-Corruption Effort
March 20, 2012 by
The risk of corruption inside state government is higher here than in most other states, according to a new report that gives Ohio an overall grade of D for anti-corruption efforts — 34th-worst in the country.
Kinney Wanted for Probation Violation
March 19, 2012 by
The Marion County Adult Probation Department is seeking 32-year-old Ben Kinney for a probation violation. He is a white male, 5'7" tall and 210 lbs with brown eyes and black hair. His last known address is 215 Bellevue Avenue in Marion.
Ohio AG Cites Progress in Prescription Drug Abuse Battle
March 19, 2012 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine promised to push forward with the fight against prescription drug abuse as National Poison Prevention Week began. National Poison Prevention Week runs from March 19-23.
City Council Committees Meet Tuesday
March 19, 2012 by
Four City Council Committees will meet on Tuesday, March 20, to discuss a variety of issues, including the income tax for the City, traffic on Council Street, janitorial services, and various fund adjustments. They will also get an update on the progress at the new aquatic center.
