In Celebration of Veterans Day, Kingston Residence of Marion is holding a special Community Chat about Veterans Benefits on Tuesday, November 12, 2013. The Law Firm of Daniel P. Seink Co., Ltd., which specializes as elder law attorneys, will be the speaker. Attendees will learn about VA health, burial, compensation, and disability pension benefits, cash […]
River Valley Invites Veterans to Special Ceremony
November 4, 2013 by
River Valley High School is inviting all area veterans to a special event when they will honor those “who have selflessly served our country.” The Veteran’s Day ceremony will take place Thursday, November 7, 2013. Organizers ask that all veterans arrive to the school building for registration at 7:30am in the library/media center. For more […]
MTC Awarded 2014 Military Friendly Schools Designation
September 23, 2013 by
Victory Media has named Marion Technical College to their coveted Military Friendly Schools® list. The 2014 Military Friendly Schools® list honors the top 20 percent of colleges, universities and trade schools in the country that are doing the most to embrace America’s military service members, veterans, and spouses as students and ensure their success on […]
Information Available on Assistance for Local Veterans
September 13, 2013 by
The Marion County Veterans Service Commission officer will be available to meet with veterans and spouses of veterans at Kingston Residence of Marion on Wednesday, September 18, 2013 from 1:00pm to 2:00pm. Dick Reish will meet with veterans and spouses to discuss financial assistance for assisted living called “Aid and Attendance.” “Aid and Attendance” is […]
Party in the Park Features Local Talent All Weekend
August 2, 2013 by
The Party in the Park returns to downtown Marion this weekend and will feature local talent on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. The entertainment has been coordinated by Marion’s Home Town Talent, a Facebook-based initiative, and all proceeds will go to benefit area veterans. The second annual party is hosted by Army Navy Union Garrison 137 […]
Ohio AG Urges Military Members to Report Consumer Problems
July 18, 2013 by
In recognition of the first annual Military Consumer Protection Day (held July 17), Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine is encouraging active-duty military members and their families to report consumer complaints to his office. “We receive some complaints from military service members, but we think there are many more who could be helped,” Attorney General DeWine […]
Event Focuses on Finding Employment for Local Vets
July 11, 2013 by
Opportunity Marion is holding their second annual Veterans Employment and Training Services (VETS) event. The day is only open to veterans and their families and has the goals of assisting in finding and maintaining employment, providing information on Veteran Services and Programs, and reducing a little of the stress in the process. The VETS event […]
Free Informational Events Offered to Local Seniors
June 24, 2013 by
Veterans and other seniors can take advantage of two free events at Kingston Residence of Marion is hosting two events on Wednesday, June 26, 2013. “Get Hip—Don’t Slip: A Fall Prevention Program” is the topic of the Community Chat from Noon to 1:00pm. The presenter is Heather Michalak LPTA/BA HealthCare Management Program Manager for Genesis […]
Marion Legion Post Holding Past Commander Dinner
May 28, 2013 by
American Legion Post 162 will hold the 6th District Past Commander Dinner on Saturday, June 1, 2013 at 531 Bellefontaine Avenue in Marion. The dinner is open to all American Legion members. The evening begins with social hour from 5:00pm to 6:00pm. Dinner starts at 6:00pm and will be followed up by Paul Lyon’s Band […]
Commissioners Honor Day of Prayer, Foster Parents, Marion Hero
May 3, 2013 by
At their meeting on Thursday, May 2, 2013, the Marion County Commissioners issued proclamations for National Day of Prayer and National Foster Care Month. They also recognized “the ultimate sacrifice” of Captain Stephen J. Chaney, a Marion native who was killed in action during the Vietnam War. Greg Masteller thanked the commissioners for recognizing the […]
