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Local
1 hour ago
Looking for a career? ArcelorMittal Marion recruiting for multiple full-time positions

ArcelorMittal Marion is hiring manufacturing associates and maintenance technicians, offering competitive pay, long-term career growth, and a walk-in hiring event on July 31.

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Local
5 days ago
Bestselling author James Ponti to visit Marion Public Library for special literacy event

New York Times bestselling author James Ponti will visit Marion Public Library on July 23 for a free community event featuring writing advice, local history, and a book signing.

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Local
1 week ago
Paws, crafts, and community: 3rd Annual Paws and Claws Craft and Vendor Show returns to Marion County

Local shopping, adoptable pets, food trucks, and a community raffle come together Aug. 1 at the Marion County Dog Pound to benefit local animal welfare organizations.

Local
1 week ago
Ohio Auditor to declare fiscal emergency in Marion

Marion will enter a state-declared fiscal emergency Tuesday, placing city finances under state oversight and requiring a recovery plan to address years of financial instability.

Local
1 week ago
New Marion County Now app launches with updated design, bookmarking, search, weather

Marion County Now has launched a free updated mobile app featuring instant breaking news alerts, local sports, interactive weather radar, and a customizable night mode.

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Education
1 week ago
Ohio Ranks 12th in Education Nationally, Yet Data Highlights Urgent Need for Policy Reform

A new Kids Count Data Book report found that while Ohio ranks 12th nationally in education, 68% of the state’s fourth graders are not proficient in reading and 68% of eighth graders are not proficient in math.

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Local
1 week ago
Marion City Council Committee Meeting Scheduled for July 20

Marion City Council will hold a committee meeting at 6:30 p.m. July 20 in Council Chambers at Marion City Hall.

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Local
1 week ago
Marion Police Officer Retires After 24 Years of Dedicated Service

After 24 years with the Marion Police Department, Officer Todd Monnette has retired from full-time duty but will continue serving the community as a reserve officer.

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