The Marion County Commissioners Tuesday morning voted 2-1 to place a 0.25 percent sales tax increase proposal on the November ballot for voters to decide. During more than an hour of discussion, there were voices for and against the increase, of which the lion’s share would go to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office and the Multi-County Correctional Center.
Poll Shows Brown Leading Mandel in Senate Race
August 3, 2012 by
A new poll of likely voters shows Democratic incumbent Sherrod Brown leading Republican challenger Josh Mandel by double digits in Ohio's closely watched U.S. Senate race. Even so, Brown and Mandel agree on one thing — that the race will be closer than it appears today.
Fundraiser Planned for Judge Candidate
August 1, 2012 by
Warren Tom Edwards is holding a fundraiser to support his campaign for Marion County Common Pleas Court Judge. The event is set for Thursday, August 2, from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm at Bluefusion, 1340 Mount Vernon Avenue in Marion.
Obama Campaign Opening Office in Marion
July 23, 2012 by
Organizing For America, President Obama’s grassroots campaign, will celebrate the opening of its new Marion office with a Grand Opening Party this Tuesday, July 24th.
Speakers will include former U.S. Treasurer Mary Ellen Withrow, Mayor Schertzer, and State Senate candidate Tanyce Addison.
State of Ohio Sued Over Early Voting Changes
July 19, 2012 by
President Barack Obama's re-election team has asked a federal judge to reopen a target-rich window for all Ohioans to vote in person on the three days before Election Day.
In a federal lawsuit filed Tuesday, the Obama campaign, along with the Democratic National Committee and Ohio Democratic Party, argued that restrictions on balloting those days violate the U.S. Constitution's equal protection clause.
Council Starts Exploring Income Tax Increase Proposal
June 20, 2012 by
Marion City Council Tuesday evening started exploring a proposal to ask voters to increase the City’s income tax. The proposal calls for an increase of .25 percent, making the total rate 2 percent, which would be earmarked for specific departments, including police and fire. It would be the first income tax increase since 1988.
Marion Elections Board is Seeking New Deputy Director
June 13, 2012 by
Following the resignation of Sarah Baughman, the Marion County Board of Elections is seeking applicants for the position of Deputy Director. Qualified candidates must be affiliated with the Democratic Party reside within Marion County or be able to relocate within 30 days of accepting the position.
Commissioner Candidate Holding Fundraiser
June 13, 2012 by
Marion County Commissioner Dan Russell will have a fundraiser benefitting his re-election campaign on Thursday, June 14 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm at Circa on North Main Street in Marion.
Treasurer Candidate Holding Picnic Fundraiser
June 8, 2012 by
Tom Oyster, candidate for Marion County Treasurer, is holding a “family friendly” cookout fundraiser on Saturday, June 9, from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. Music will be provided by Barrel House Blues Band.
Governor Signs Legislation to Strengthen Campaign Finance Laws
June 6, 2012 by
State Representatives Jeff McClain (R-Upper Sandusky), who represents Marion, and Brian Hill (R-Zanesville) Tuesday attended Governor Kasich’s bill signing of House Bill 326, which imposes a criminal penalty on public officials who knowingly use public funds for political purposes.
