On October 27, 2016, the METRICH / MARMET Drug Task Force with the assistance of the Marion County Sheriff’s Office, Marion Police Department, and the Ohio State Highway Patrol arrested six men in Marion for drug related offenses. The arrests wrap up a three month investigation into the sales of illegals narcotics in Marion. The […]
Campus musical comedy, “Sugar,” opens November 3rd
October 28, 2016 by
The Ohio State University at Marion’s performing arts and entertainment series Five Nights on Campus will present the student based Broadway musical comedy, Sugar, Thursday, November 3 and Friday, November 4, 2016 at 7:30 p.m. in Morrill Hall Auditorium. Based on the Billy Wilder film, “Some Like It Hot,” starring Tony Curtis, Jack Lemmon, and […]
Hoping to raise $18k, local radio manager to stay on air for 48 hours
October 28, 2016 by
In an attempt to raise enough money to keep them on the air through 2017, the manager of WDIF-LP 97.5 FM is going to broadcast live downtown at Nathan’s Barbershop on the corner of Prospect and Center Street for 48 hours straight starting Tuesday, November 1, 2016 at 5:00pm. They are calling it “The 48 […]
Speed connections are the topic at November’s WBC luncheon
October 28, 2016 by
Making business connections will be the name of the game for the Marion Women’s Business Council’s November program. Set for Monday, November 14, 2016, it will be a Progressive Lunch/Networking Event to give members the opportunity to share their professional information and build business relationships in a fun and friendly atmosphere. Members and guests will […]
Flu season arrives in Ohio, health officials urge vaccinations
October 28, 2016 by
Flu season has officially begun in Ohio. The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend that everyone six months old and older get the flu vaccine to protect against seasonal flu viruses. In Ohio, flu season begins in October and runs through spring, with cases typically spiking […]
Over 200 pounds of medications collected at 2016 Fall Drop Off
October 26, 2016 by
Once again, Marion County citizens lined up to drop off unused medication at the fall Medication Disposal Day. This year, sponsors added paper shredding to the event. This feature was sponsored by DKMM Solid Waste district and resulted in the collection of just under 1 ton of paper to be shredded. The Take Back Day […]
Marion probation department honored for work
October 26, 2016 by
Director Gary Mohr of the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction recently honored the Marion County Common Pleas Probation Department with statewide recognition. The local probation department was one of two probation departments in Ohio who were presented with the Cliff Skeen Award, which recognizes excellence in community corrections. The award, which is presented annually, […]
Palace Theatre to feature Ronnie Milsap, “Storks” movie this weekend
October 26, 2016 by
Tickets are still available to see country music legend, Ronnie Milsap live in concert at the historic Marion Palace Theatre on Friday, October 28 at 8 p.m. With 8 Grammy Awards and 40 #1 country hits under his belt, Ronnie is considered one of the most successful and versatile country “crossover” singers of his time […]
Marion church holding Fall Festival
October 26, 2016 by
Mount Vernon Avenue Church of Christ, 979 Mt. Vernon Avenue in Marion, is having a Fall Festival on Saturday, October 29, 2016 from 2:00pm until 5:00pm. Candy, prizes, video game room, door prizes, and games for all ages. Organizers promise loads of fun for the whole family. The public is invited to wear their costumes […]
Ohio AG, Prevent Blindness, Optical Dispensers Board warn against “dangerous” contacts for Halloween
October 26, 2016 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine, The Ohio Affiliate of Prevent Blindness, and the Ohio Optical Dispensers Board have joined forces to warn consumers about the dangers of wearing decorative contact lenses without a valid prescription this Halloween season. They remind the public that it is illegal for anyone to dispense or sell contact lenses without […]
