Seven out of the top 10 occupations in Ohio are now low-wage jobs, according to a recently released report. In 2000, only four out of the top 10 were low-wage jobs, says the analysis, based on Labor Department and other government data, done by the left-leaning Policy Matters Ohio. “You can’t look at the most […]
LaRose to run against Pelanda in Republican Primary for Secretary of State
May 19, 2017 by
Republican State. Sen. Frank LaRose has announced he is running for Ohio Secretary of State. LaRose, 38, of Hudson, said in statement Wednesday he is running because he believes in “the power of free elections.” “I believe our elected leaders must aspire to civility, find common ground and work together while still upholding their deeply […]
Malone receives 2017 Pearl Roberts Award
May 17, 2017 by
Fred Malone, of Marion, was named as the recipient of this year’s Pearl R. Roberts Award as part of the Marion County Senior Citizens Day celebration hosted at the Marion Senior Center on Monday, May 15, 2017. Malone was nominated by Don Wilson. Charlotte Rowe, David Schaber, Ednita Vaflor and Judy Walker were also finalists […]
Marion airport to host Midwest Air Race this weekend
May 17, 2017 by
The Marion Municipal Airport will host the 1st Annual AV8 Paintworks’ Midwest 150 Race and Canard Fly-in on Saturday, May 20, 2017. The race will launch at 10 AM. Local pilot Dan Hempy will race along with Mike Patey, Spanish Fork, Utah; Dave Adams, Sullivan, Missouri; Leif Johnson and John Keich, St. Louis area; Les […]
McKenzie wanted by Marion Police
May 17, 2017 by
The Marion Police Department is looking for Paul McKenzie and is seeking tips as to his whereabouts. There is currently a warrant for his arrest through the Adult Parole Authority. Paul McKenzie is a white male, 35 years old, 6’2, 180 lbs, with green eyes. If you see McKenzie, you are urged to call the […]
Clyde announces run for Secretary of State
May 17, 2017 by
Democratic State Rep. Kathleen Clyde, a prominent advocate for voting rights, launched her campaign for Ohio secretary of state Tuesday, pledging to making voting in Ohio as easy and accessible as possible. Speaking next to a voting booth at a Columbus arts complex, Clyde said that as Ohio’s chief elections official, she would seek to […]
Marion Palace Theatre announces 2017-18 season lineup
May 15, 2017 by
The Palace Cultural Arts Association (PCAA), better known to the community as the Marion Palace Theatre, has announced the entertainment schedule for the 2017-18 Season. A wide variety of entertainment opportunities (details below) includes 9 national and regional touring artists on the main stage, 6 local Palace Productions, 4 School Matinee shows, 3 Sunday with […]
Second Half 2016 real estate taxes due June 20
May 15, 2017 by
Second half 2016 real estate tax bills will be mailed next week and are due by Tuesday, June 20th to avoid penalty according to Marion County Treasurer, Jan Draper. Taxpayers who have not received their tax bills by May 26th are urged to call the Treasurer’s Office at 740-223-4030, Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm. […]
Chronic absenteeism a growing concern in Ohio schools
May 15, 2017 by
If your child misses school for a doctor’s appointment, it’s no big deal, right? Miss another when family visits from out of town? It happens. Just have a crazy morning and miss the bus? No big deal. She’ll make it tomorrow. But it all adds up more than parents realize. If a child misses just […]
Attorney General, FTC take action against alleged computer repair scam
May 15, 2017 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine and the Federal Trade Commission today announced a joint lawsuit against the operators of an alleged computer repair scam. The action is part of a nationwide sweep against sham tech-support services. According to the lawsuit, Repair All PC and several related companies and individuals tricked consumers into paying for unnecessary […]
