To help students achieve higher ACT scores, the I CAN Center of Excellence, a regional non-profit college access organization, is conducting a six hour workshop on Saturday, October 20th, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm (1 hour for lunch), on the campus of The Ohio State University at Marion and Marion Technical College, 1465 Mount Vernon […]
Marion Goodwill Shares Stories of Success at Annual Meeting
October 8, 2012 by
The mission of Goodwill Industries is to help individuals with disabilities and other special needs to attain self-sufficiency through employment and training. Caitlin Omness, the guest speaker at Marion Goodwill Industries September 2012 Annual Meeting, represents this mission. The Ohio State University at Marion student, who’s due to graduate in April from Wright State University, […]
October is Energy Awareness Month
October 5, 2012 by
The Ohio Development Services Agency and the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio have partnered to increase awareness of energy efficiency during Energy Awareness month. Throughout October, the agencies will provide tips on reducing energy costs as well as more information on energy assistance programs. “As we recognize Energy Awareness month, we encourage all Ohioans to […]
Funding for Senior Services Available from Council on Aging
October 4, 2012 by
The Marion County Council on Aging has announced that 2013 application materials are now available for Council on Aging Community Enrichment Grants. The Board of Directors established this program to fund special projects and services that enhance and enrich the lives of older adults in Marion County. Community Enrichment Grants are limited to $2,500 and […]
Style Show, Luncheon to Benefit Recovery Center
September 25, 2012 by
The “New Leaf New You Style Show & Luncheon” is set for Saturday, September 29, 11:00 – 1:00 at Charleston Place in downtown Marion. Your $30 ticket includes lunch by The Candy Shack & Cafe’, a style show featuring a variety of fashions, door prizes and a chance to win hotel accommodations for three nights […]
Goodwill to Feature Local Success Story at Annual Meeting
September 24, 2012 by
Marion Goodwill says that when you shop and donate at their stores, you help people find jobs in your community. One example of those helped is Caitlin. He has cerebral palsy, is living independently, earning wages, and achieving her dream thanks to her job as a Goodwill cashier. Caitlin will share her story at Marion […]
Area Festival to Raise Funds for Heifer International
September 20, 2012 by
The 8th annual Heifer Festival is being held on Saturday, September 22, at the Richwood Fairgrounds in Union County. The event will be filled with entertainment, food, kid’s games and prizes, a cake walk, animals and much more, including Teddy Bear Surgery. The proceeds from this festival go to Heifer International, a non-profit that sends […]
High School Video Scholarship Contest Launched
September 20, 2012 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine has announced the start of the 2012 Take Action High School Video Contest, which gives Ohio high school students a chance to win college scholarships. “Consumer scams continue to plague Ohioans of all ages,” Attorney General DeWine said. “This contest gives high school students a chance to educate Ohioans and […]
National Telephone Discount Lifeline Awareness Week
September 12, 2012 by
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) is reminding low-income families that they can stay connected to local resources and emergency services through telephone assistance programs. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) declared September 10 – 16, 2012, National Telephone Discount Lifeline Awareness Week across the country. Lifeline telephone assistance is available to customers who have […]
$523,000 Awarded in Local Grants
September 11, 2012 by
The Marion Community Foundation announced the recipients of its 2012 Competitive Grant Program. According to MCF president Brad Bebout, the Foundation is pleased to be able to support $522,889 of the nearly $883,000 in grant requests. The 2012 grant program includes awards of 19 major and 8 mini-grants to Marion area organizations. The 2012 major […]
