Marion County voters approved every tax levy on the ballot with the exception of two additional taxes for Tri-Rivers Career Center and MARCA. They did approve a renewal levy for MARCA and a levy for the Village of Green Camp passed by just two votes. Andy Appelfeller, Tim Bailey, Brent Yager, and Julie Kagel all […]
Election Results: Voters approve most levies, elect new Commissioner, keep Sheriff and others
November 9, 2016 by
Man arrested for allegedly setting several fires
November 9, 2016 by
Marion County Sheriff Tim Bailey and Marion Township Fire Department Chief Ben Meddles have announced the Tuesday morning arrest of a male suspect for setting a fire Monday night in the 1300 block of State Route 309 East. Since September 21, 2016 the Marion Township Fire Department has responded to four reported fires in the […]
La Nin᷈a may bring colder, snowier winter; Winter Safety Awareness Week is November 13-19
November 9, 2016 by
Last year, thanks to El Niño, Ohio and other Midwestern states had a pretty mild winter. But this year, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Climate Prediction Center, La Nin᷈ a will influence winter conditions, bringing wetter, cooler conditions to the northern United States. Forecasters say La Nin᷈ a will bring more […]
Government offices alter schedules for 2016 Veteran’s Day holiday
November 9, 2016 by
Mayor Scott Schertzer is announcing that offices in City Hall will be closed on Friday, November 11, 2016 in observance of Veteran’s Day. Due to City Hall being closed on Friday, most offices will be observing weekly early closure hours on Thursday, November 10. The following city departments will operate as noted: Sanitation crews will […]
Free services offered to help make informed choice on Medicare Open Enrollment
November 7, 2016 by
Open Enrollment, which runs October 15th through December 7th, 2016, is that one time each year when older Ohioans can, and should, review their Medicare options and coverages for 2017. It is important for older adults to understand that there are different plans and choices available for the upcoming year and that price comparisons can […]
Several craft shows planned for Saturday
November 7, 2016 by
There are several craft shows planned around the area for Saturday, November 12, 2016. 3rd Annual Fall Into Christmas Craft Extravaganza is Saturday, November 12, 9am-4pm at American Legion Post 162, 531 Bellefontaine Avenue in Marion. Over 25 Vendor/Crafters to help you get into the Holiday Spirit and your Christmas Shopping done early. The Pleasant […]
Community Chat to focus on cash benefits for war era veterans
November 7, 2016 by
“Cash Benefits for War Era Veterans and Surviving Spouses” is the topic of a Community Chat presented by Elder Law Attorney Steve Roush on Wednesday, November 9, 2016 from 1:00pm to 2:00pm at the Kingston Residence of Marion. If you are a war time veteran or the widow of a war time veteran, you may […]
Drop in, supervised gym games starting at the Marion Family YMCA
November 7, 2016 by
Every Monday, starting November 7, between 4:15 – 7:45pm, kids ages 7 – 10 can drop in the gym to take part in activities. This supervised program is free to members. This drop in program will offer a wide variety of activities for youth while parents access the work out areas or fitness classes. Learn […]
MTC welcomes new board member, honors outgoing chair
November 4, 2016 by
The Marion Technical College Board of Trustees welcomed new member Ken Young. Judge Deborah Alspach swore Young in at a recent board meeting. Young is an Upper Sandusky native and current resident. He works in Marion for United Church Homes, serving as executive vice president and general counsel for the last 11 years. Young has […]
Marion County Park District’s November events include night hike, mammoth bones
November 4, 2016 by
The Marion County Park District is offering the following events in November 2016. All events are free unless otherwise listed. Friday, Nov. 4: Night Hike at the Tallgrass Trail. Meet at the nature center at 7:00pm (last night hike of 2016). Flashlights are optional, but should project red light. Appropriate for all ages. Saturday, Nov […]
