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Boys II Men, Thompson, Journey Tribute Announced for Popcorn Fest

The lineup for the 32nd Marion Popcorn Festival has been announced.  It includes one of the most iconic R & B groups of all time, Boyz II Men, on Saturday, September 8, new country sensation Josh Thompson on Friday, September 7, and The Ultimate Journey Xperience, a Journey tribute on Thursday, September 6. All performances begin at 8:30 p.m. and are free to Festival attendees.

OSUM Students Learn Giving Through Grant

Ohio State faculty are teaching students philanthropy, the value of volunteering, and the impact charitable organizations have on our community, and thanks in part to a recent grant award, they are reinforcing a valuable life lesson, “it is better to give than receive.”

Brandy Winfield Memorial Poker Run Set for 8th Year

The Brandy Winfield Memorial Fundraiser Corporation has announced plans for the 8th Annual Brandy Winfield Memorial Poker Run to be held on Saturday, June 2, 2012 at the Marion County Fairgrounds Veterans Memorial Coliseum, 220 E. Fairground St., Marion, Ohio.

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Boys II Men, Thompson, Journey Tribute Announced for Popcorn Fest | 05/16/2012 - 11:55am
The lineup for the 32nd Marion Popcorn Festival has been announced.  It includes one of the most iconic R & B groups of all time, Boyz II Men, on Saturday, September 8, new country sensation...
Bill Includes Drug Testing for Welfare Applicants Trial | 05/16/2012 - 8:47am
A test program requiring some Ohio welfare recipients to pass drug tests before getting cash assistance is among the changes Senate Republicans are expected to make today to a wide-ranging bill known...
Brandy Winfield Memorial Poker Run Set for 8th Year | 05/16/2012 - 9:36am
The Brandy Winfield Memorial Fundraiser Corporation has announced plans for the 8th Annual Brandy Winfield Memorial Poker Run to be held on Saturday, June 2, 2012 at the Marion County Fairgrounds...
Week 3 Schedule for Hydrant Flushing | 05/14/2012 - 9:40am
Aqua Ohio’s Marion Division (recently acquired from Ohio American Water) will conduct water main flushing in the Marion County service area Monday, May 14 through Friday, May 18 between 8:00 am...