In recognition of May 2-8, 2010 being declared National Arson Awareness Week by the U.S. Fire Administration, Interim State Fire Marshal Donald Cooper today reminded citizens that they play an important role in protecting themselves and their property against the crime of arson.
Weather Lore and Oddities at Science Café
April 30, 2010 by
The Ohio State University at Marion invites the community to the Infinity Restaurant in the historic Harding Centre, 267 West Center Street, downtown Marion, Tuesday, May 4, 7:00pm, for a free monthly community dialogue on science entitled, Science Café.
Marion Hospice Offers Children’s Grief Workshop
April 30, 2010 by
“Healing Hearts” is a 10-week grief workshop dealing with children’s grief issues and is open to any child who has suffered a significant loss. Recommended age range for children is from 6 to 12 years of age.
This series is offered at no cost through Marion General Hospital Hospice.
The group meets from 5:30-7:00 p.m., Wednesdays, beginning May 5. The sessions take place at the Marion General Office & Conference Center, 278 Barks Road W. in Marion.
Street Closing In Order To Fill Lincoln Park Pool
April 30, 2010 by
North Prospect Street, just north of Council Street, will be closed beginning Friday evening, April 30, until Monday morning, May 3. The City will be filling the pool with water for the 2010 pool season.
Senate Candidate Making Second Marion Stop
April 29, 2010 by
Ohio Secretary of State and U.S. Senate candidate Jennifer Brunner will make a second stop in Marion today (Thursday). After visiting supporters at a Marion union hall, Brunner will tour Turning Point, during which she will meet with the public.
Group Discussing In-Home Care, Support Services
April 29, 2010 by
The Marion County Council on Aging will host the spring meeting of Caregiver Connections on Thursday, May 6th, beginning at 11:30 am with a luncheon.
The topic for discussion will be In-Home Care and Support Services, as presented by a panel of local service providers. The panelists will be representing Visiting Nurses Association of Ohio, Heartland Hospice, and Visiting Physicians. All three will present information in a lively discussion on a variety of services that are available for in-home care for your loved ones.
Marion Elks Holding Annual Soccer Shoot
April 29, 2010 by
Marion Elks Lodge No. 32 will hold their eighth annual Soccer Shoot on Saturday, May 15th at Glenwood Park, located at the south end of Latourette Street. Registration will start at 9:45 PM, with the Soccer Shoot starting at 10:00 AM. The Elks Soccer Shoot is free of charge and is open to all boys and girls under the age of fourteen.
Marion Altrusa Holding Shopping Extravaganza
April 29, 2010 by
The Altrusa Club of Marion is hosting the second annual “PARTY” shopping extravaganza. Vendors from most home party companies and many local small businesses will be on hand.
Free to the public, this event will be May 6, 2010, from 5:00 to 8:00 pm at Tri Rivers JVS in the multi-purpose room.
Study – Healthcare Costs High After Abuse Ends
April 28, 2010 by
Victims of domestic violence endure significantly higher health costs than other women for three years after the abuse ends, a new study finds.
Abuse victims had health care costs that averaged more than $1,200 above non-abused women for the first two years after the abuse ended and about $400 above others in the third year.
Senate Candidate Holding Marion Meet and Greet
April 28, 2010 by
Ohio Secretary of State and candidate for U.S. Senate Jennifer Brunner is holding a meet and greet on Thursday, April 29, 2010 at 6:00pm. The event is at the Laborers Local 574 Hall, 1585 Harding Highway East, Marion.
Doors open at 5:30pm and refreshments will be served.
Minimum contribution is $25.00 payable to Jennifer Brunner Committee, P.O. Box 15006, Columbus OH 43215.
RSVP to Derek at 614-602-6535 or [email protected]
