The final luncheon meeting of the season for the Women’s Business Council is “going to the dogs — and cats.” After the meal the Marion County Humane Society’s program will feature some adoptable friends who presently live at the society. Learn about the non-profit’s drive to care for our abandoned furry friends, and what it takes to run the day-to-day operations.
Change For City Yard Waste Drop Off
April 28, 2010 by
The City of Marion Administration is announcing a change to its free yard waste drop off program.
Effective Monday, May 3, 2010, grass and yard waste will only be accepted at Park Enterprise Construction Co.’s facility, which is located at 560 Barks Road West. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Grass and yard waste will no longer be accepted at the city garage facility after April 30, 2010.
Driver In Fatal Crash Was Legally Drunk
April 27, 2010 by
The Ohio State Highway Patrol says that toxicology reports show the driver who caused a fatal crash in Marion County a month and a half ago was legally drunk.
On March 10, 2010, troopers from the Marion Patrol Post investigated a double fatality crash on State Route 4 between State Route 203 and Prospect-Upper Sandusky Road, in Marion County.
In the crash, Justin R. Shelton, age 29, of Richwood and Richard W. Baker, age 38, of Marion were both killed. The patrol says the preliminary investigation revealed that Shelton drove left of center striking Baker.
Hospital Offers Heart Healthy Eating Class
April 27, 2010 by
Marion General Hospital’s registered dietitians want you to learn how to become heart healthy by learning how to eat healthy. To do this, they have developed a class that helps with grocery shopping, reading labels, making healthier food choices, as well as how to prepare them in a healthy manner.
This free class is slated for 5:00pm, Wednesday, May 5, and will be held in the Morrow room on the ground floor of the hospital.
Pre-registration is required by calling central scheduling at 740/383-8484.
Healthy snacks will be provided.
Long Agenda For Marion City Council
April 26, 2010 by
Marion City Council will hold committee meetings prior to their regular meeting on Monday, April 26.
Jobs & Economic Development will meet at 6:30pm. They will discuss the suggested projects for the annual neighborhood revitalization funds with Evelyn Cummings of Marion Regional Planning.
Municipal Services, Parks & Recreation will meet at 7:00pm to discuss updating the job description for the position of custodian.
Open Interviews For Full-Time Whirlpool Jobs
April 26, 2010 by
Marion County Job & Family Services, in partnership with Kelly Services, is conducting open interviews for full-time production/assembly positions with Whirlpool’s Marion Division.
The interviews will be held on Tuesday, April 27, from 1:00pm to 7:00pm at First Church of the Nazarene, 233 West Church Street in Marion.
Minimum qualifications for the positions include:
• High School Diploma/GED
• Pass Drug Screen/Background Check
• Available for All Shifts + OT
• Must be Able to Pass Aptitude Test
Water Company Continues Hydrant Flushing
April 26, 2010 by
Ohio American Water will conduct water main flushing in the Marion County service area from Monday, April 26, through Friday, April 30 from 8:00am to 12:30am each day.
According to Marion Operations Supervisor Don Scott, water main and fire hydrant flushing is an important part of a regular maintenance program for water distribution systems. He says Ohio American Water consistently meets or exceeds all drinking water standards.
State Representative Holding District Office Hours
April 26, 2010 by
State Representative Jeff McClain (R- Upper Sandusky) will be holding district office hours on Monday, April 26th, 2010.
“It is important that the decisions I make in Columbus represent the views of my constituents back home,” McClain said. “Open office hours give me the opportunity to hear directly from the people on their opinions about pending legislation, or any other state government related issue.”
