A wildfire management course from The Ohio State University’s Columbus campus will conduct a controlled prairie burn at the Larry R. Yoder Prairie Learning Lab on the Marion campus, Saturday October 22, 2016, weather permitting. According to Ohio State Marion staff member Marketa Lillard, who co-coordinates activities on the prairie with Professor Bob Klips, the […]
Tom Hanks stars in the movie “Sully” at the Palace Theatre
October 14, 2016 by
On October 15 and 16, 2016, the Marion Palace Theatre will present the biography drama “Sully,” directed by Clint Eastwood. Tom Hanks stars in this portrait of airline pilot Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger, which depicts his successful emergency landing of an Airbus A320 on the Hudson River in January 2009. As Sully was being heralded by […]
Fall colors gaining momentum throughout Ohio
October 14, 2016 by
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) invites Ohioans to view fall’s brilliant colors as the state reaches the height of leaf peeping season. Don’t miss the opportunity to also celebrate Earth Science Week, designed to engage young people and others regarding Ohio’s collection of natural wonders, landforms and resources. “Color is definitely now beginning […]
During Fire Prevention Week, Fire Marshal urges preparation
October 14, 2016 by
October 9 – 15, 2016 is Fire Prevention Week, and the State Fire Marshal’s office is encouraging all Ohioans to think of at least one thing they can do to prevent or prepare for a fire in their homes. The “What can you do?” social media campaign highlights pledges to take action when it comes […]
Appalachian bluegrass & folk fusion kicks off Five Nights
October 12, 2016 by
The Ohio State University at Marion’s Five Nights on Campus performing arts series is pleased to welcome The Barefoot Movement to Morrill Hall Auditorium, Thursday, October 13th, 7:30 p.m. to launch this year’s Five Nights entertainment series. The Barefoot Movement is anything but your standard bluegrass band. They stretch from a strong foundation of traditional […]
Marion campus hosting FAFSA nights to help families get an early start on student aid
October 12, 2016 by
College students and their families can apply for Federal and state financial aid for the 2017-2018 beginning this month. In prior years, students had to wait until January 1 to begin the process. This change allows students and their families to apply earlier for Federal and state grants, loans, and work-study funds., as well as […]
Early voting for 2016 General Election starts
October 12, 2016 by
Ohio Secretary of State Jon Husted is reminding voters that absentee voting for the November 8th Presidential Election begins Wednesday, October 12, 2016 for all registered Ohio voters, both in-person and by mail-in ballot. Important dates to remember for this election are outlined below. 1,804 local issues, including levies for police and fire services as […]
Community Foundation announces $450k in community grants
October 10, 2016 by
Moving Marion forward–this is the theme of Marion Community Foundation’s 2016 Community Grants Program. The local nonprofit charity has announced $450,000 in grant awards, with a focus on programs and projects which will help transform the Marion community. “At the end of the process, we have to ask ourselves if we took the opportunity to […]
Construction closing portion of State Route 4
October 10, 2016 by
Starting Monday, October 11, 2016, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) reports that State Route 4 will be closed in both directions between Boundary Road and State Route 203 from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for culvert replacement. The detour will be State Route 4 to State Route 203 to State Route 47 back to […]
Ohioans urged to be generous, exercise caution when responding to Hurricane Matthew relief requests
October 10, 2016 by
As Hurricane Matthew continues its path of destruction up the southeastern coast of the United States, Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine urges Ohioans to be generous, but exercise caution, when responding to requests for donations to help those who have been affected. “I encourage Ohioans to be generous in the wake of this massive storm […]
