3 days ago

Downtown Marion, Inc. earns 2026 Main Street America Affiliate designation

Downtown Marion, Inc. has been recognized nationally for its commitment to historic preservation and economic revitalization by earning the 2026 Affiliate Main Street America designation.

Mother's Day display with a pink 'I heart Mom' card, a floral 'Happy Mother's Day' card, wrapped gifts, and a strawberry tart on a table.

LIfestyle

4 days ago

Readers share lessons and memories from mom

CCN honors Mother’s Day 2026 with heartfelt stories celebrating moms’ lasting impact, family values, and lifelong lessons from Crawford County residents.

Young batter in navy and orange swings at a pitch as the catcher and umpire crouch behind home plate in a youth softball game.

Local Sports

5 days ago

Big first inning gives Harding MOAC victory over Galion

Lady Prexies send 14 batters to the plate in the first inning.

Heart-shaped card with brown cutout of a family: a person in a wheelchair, two children, and two adults holding hands, cradled in protective hands.

LIfestyle

5 days ago

Helping families find their voice: OCECD continues supporting Ohio children with disabilities

Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities supports Marion County families with free resources, training, and advocacy for children with disabilities.

A smiling child raising an arm under a transparent umbrella in the rain, wearing a blue polka-dot raincoat.

Local

5 days ago

Weekend Weather in Marion County, Ohio: Thunderstorms tonight, cooler and clearing by Sunday

Weekend Weather in Marion County, Ohio features sunny skies today, thunderstorms tonight, and cooler, clearing conditions by Sunday.

Smiling woman with shoulder-length brown hair wearing a white cardigan and beaded necklace (head-and-shoulders portrait)

Local

1 week ago

Marion Matters, Inc. and United Way of North Central Ohio announce major leadership transition

Natalie Longmeier named new Chief Executive Officer of UWNCO; Marion Matters, Inc. Begins search for successor.

Local

1 week ago

Morrow County Prosecutor withdraws death penalty bid in Deputy’s killing

Morrow County Prosecutor drops death penalty in the case of accused killer Brian Wilson ahead of the anniversary of Deputy Daniel Sherrer’s fatal shooting in Marengo, Ohio.