Greg Conaway has joined Sims Brothers Recycling as manager of nonferrous operations. The announcement was made by Gary Sims, president and CEO. Conaway will be responsible for all aspects of the operations, purchasing and sales of nonferrous metals at the recycling company. Common nonferrous metals include aluminum, tin, copper, zinc, and brass. He will report […]
Chamber Cuts Ribbon at Cider House Farms
November 19, 2013 by
The Marion Area Chamber of Commerce participated in a ribbon cutting on Friday, November 15, 2013 with Mark and Jeanne Charnas celebrating the opening of Cider House Farms at their new location at 1799 Marion-Waldo Road (across from El Campesino). Cider House Farms is a family owned and operated country marketplace that proudly supports local […]
Judge Orders Cleanup of Marion Industrial Site
November 18, 2013 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine and the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (Ohio EPA) Friday announced that Marion County Judge James Slagle has granted the Attorney General’s request for a preliminary injunction to order the proper removal of asbestos-containing materials at the former industrial site 333 Joseph Street in Marion. “It’s very important for asbestos to […]
Charleston Place, Modern Woodmen Raise Thousands for Recovery
November 11, 2013 by
Members of the Marion Modern Woodmen of America chapter recently helped the business of Charleston Place to raise money for the Marion Area Counseling Center at the 2nd Annual New Leaf, New You Style Show and Luncheon. The event, held on September 29, 2013, raised over $6400. The amount included $2500 matched by the Modern […]
BFF’s Unite to Raise Funds for United Way
November 11, 2013 by
You are invited to grab your BFF and enjoy an evening of pampering, unwinding, and relaxation before the rush of the holidays begins. United Way of Marion County has announced a special event, BFF’s Unite, set for Thursday, November 21, 2013 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Charleston Place. Presented by Charleston Place and Marion […]
Retirement Community Organizing Craft Show and Open House
November 7, 2013 by
Primrose Retirement Community is inviting the public to join them on Saturday, December 7, 2013 from noon to 4:00pm for a craft show and open house. Visitors will be able to browse local craft vendors, do some holiday shopping, and take in the sights of the Christmas decorations. Organizers say you will find Christmas trees […]
Chamber Cuts Ribbon at Electrical/Plumbing Company
November 6, 2013 by
The Marion Area Chamber of Commerce participated in a ribbon cutting held Thursday, October 17, 2013 at the new Area Energy & Electric, Inc. and Regal Plumbing & Heating Company, 2181 Innovation Drive, Suite 104, Marion, OH. Area Energy & Electric, Inc. was founded as an electrical contractor in 1983 in Sidney, Ohio. Through 30 […]
Sims Brothers Recycling appoints Scott Knowles General Counsel
October 15, 2013 by
Scott Knowles, Esq., has joined Sims Brothers Recycling as vice president of regulatory affairs and compliance, general counsel. The announcement was made by Gary Sims, president and CEO. Knowles will be responsible for the legal aspects of the recycling company, as well as a wide variety of specific management duties and future planning activities. For […]
MARCA Industries Unveils New Shredding Truck
October 14, 2013 by
The Marion Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting to help unveil MARCA Industries’ new mobile shredding truck on Thursday, October 10, 2013. MARCA Industries, Inc., says their mobile shredding truck ensures documents are properly disposed of while helping clients stay compliant with state and federal regulations. MARCA says that by arriving at your […]
Ohio Restaurants Targeted by Utility Scams
October 14, 2013 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine has warned that Ohio restaurants have been targeted by utility scams, where callers threaten to shut off the restaurant’s power unless it provides immediate payment. At least four restaurants have filed reports of the scam since July, and two reportedly lost approximately $500 to $800 to the scam. “Scams are […]
