The Marion County forecast features a mid-week temperature drop following a high of 39 on Tuesday, with breezy conditions and overnight lows reaching 17 degrees by Friday.

Forecasters warn that wind chills could plunge to 16 below zero Saturday before a shifting weather pattern brings a light dusting of snow to the area through Sunday morning.

Former Marion City Councilman Ayers Ratliff was acquitted of all charges, including rape, as the defense and prosecution trade exclusive statements regarding the jury’s not guilty verdict.

A Marion County jury has found former City Councilman Ayers Ratliff not guilty on all charges, including rape and abduction, ending a two-year legal battle.

The League of Women Voters of Marion County will host Judge Todd Anderson on Feb. 19 at Marion General Hospital to discuss new initiatives within the local Drug Court.

Mayor Bill Collins has appointed Marion City Treasurer and former Pillar Credit Union CEO Vidya Iyengar as the new City Auditor to navigate the city through its current fiscal distress.

Marion Public Service Director Mike Bodine has announced his resignation effective February 13, as Mayor Bill Collins confirms Bodine will return to the private sector in planning and consulting.

Loki and Dino have been at the pound for quite a while. These boys have a lot of love and cuddles to give!