Marion Technical College recently honored five outstanding graduates in the Third Annual Alumni Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. This year’s honorees included: Cynthia Hartman, Class of 1977, Director of Nursing at MTC Nathan Miller, Class of 2008, Operations Manager at the Nielsen Company Jean Obenour, Class of 1985, Owner of Custom Professional Accounting Robin Schelb, […]
Five inducted into MTC Alumni Hall of Fame, new OhioHealth Human Anatomy & Physiology Lab opened
December 10, 2018 by
Aqua Ohio concludes 2018 construction projects
December 10, 2018 by
Aqua is concluding their 2018 water system improvement season for the water system that serves Marion, Caledonia, Martel and Prospect. The 2018 projects included replacement of 11,000 linear feet of aging, undersized water mains, including the installation 21 new fire hydrants and other related infrastructure. Combined with replacements made last year, Aqua Ohio says these […]
Marion Sheriff’s Office hopes new smartphone app will improve school safety
December 3, 2018 by
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office now allows members of the school community to share important safety information anonymously with administrators and school officials by sending them a secure message with information about bullying, hazing and drug use as well suspicious or potentially criminal activity via a free smartphone app. Developed by tip411, the Marion County […]
Marion Public Health seeks potential board members
December 3, 2018 by
For those interested in making a difference in the health of our community, the Marion County District Advisory Council is currently accepting letters of interest from people who would like to serve as a member of the Marion Public Health Board. The Board of Health has fiduciary authority over the $2.5 million dollar budget and […]
You are invited to take a ‘Walk with a Doc’ December 6
December 3, 2018 by
Ohio State University Extension is encouraging residents to take a step toward better health with Walk with a Doc, a walking program that brings together doctors and patients every first Thursday of the month from noon to 1:00pm at the Marion YMCA. Physicians from OhioHealth and Center Street Community Health Center will kick off the […]
WBC to Find the “Magic” that Helps You Win and Keep Winning
November 28, 2018 by
Set for Monday, December 10, 2018, Brock Meadows will review “The Magic That Helps You Win and Keep Winning … how do you bridge the gap between where you are and that heroic potential that lays inside you?” The Marion Women’s Business Council luncheon meeting will be from 11:30 to 1:00 in the Guthery Room […]
Ohio Attorney General offers charitable giving tips for Giving Tuesday
November 27, 2018 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today offered charitable giving tips ahead of Giving Tuesday, the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, when donors are encouraged to make charitable contributions amid the holiday shopping season. “There are many worthwhile causes to support, but unfortunately, there are also some con artists who take advantage of the generosity of others,” Attorney […]
Annual holiday production of “Christmas at the Palace” takes center stage November 30
November 26, 2018 by
Taking center stage at the historic Marion Palace Theatre is the annual community production of “Christmas at the Palace” on Friday, November 30 at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, December 1 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, December 2 at 2:00 p.m. Written and directed by Clare Cooke, “Christmas at the Palace 2018: The Gift of Family” features […]
Free counseling on Medicare options available
November 26, 2018 by
Open Enrollment, which runs October 15th through December 7th, 2018, is that one time each year when older Ohioans can, and should, review their Medicare options and coverage. It is important for older adults to understand that there are different plans and choices available for the upcoming year and that price comparisons can be very […]
Ohio Ag Department offering 2019 funding for agricultural easement purchase program
November 26, 2018 by
The Ohio Department of Agriculture today announced that eight land trusts, four counties and 15 Soil and Water Conservation Districts will receive funding to help preserve farmland across the state. These organizations will receive allocations from the Clean Ohio Fund to select, close and monitor easements under the Local Agricultural Easement Purchase Program (LAEPP). LAEPP […]
