×

Latest News


Court/Crime
6 days ago
Juvenile arrested following daylight shooting in Marion; one injured

A 15-year-old is in custody and one person was hospitalized after a dispute led to gunfire that struck multiple homes in a Marion neighborhood Wednesday afternoon.

Pencil cup with colorful pencils beside a stack of books on a wooden desk, with a blue chalkboard full of math formulas in the background.
Education
6 days ago
Area middle schoolers earn scholarships at campus mathematics challenge

Nearly 150 students from seven middle schools competed in the Ohio State Marion–Marion Technical College Math Challenge, where top performers earned $13,500 in scholarships and Highland Middle School took first place overall.

Retro-style poster showing a surprised man in a chef apron against a fiery yellow background with the headline 'Summer Hoopla' and 'Grills Gone Wild'.
Entertainment
1 week ago
Rogue Theatrics returns to Marion with ‘Summer Hoopla’ cabaret

Rogue Theatrics is ending a seven-month hiatus this June with “Summer Hoopla: Grills Gone Wild,” a rock-and-sketch-comedy cabaret at the Marion Palace Theatre.

Promotional banner for Red, White & You Weekend with America 250 logos and a blue-gray cityscape background.
Entertainment
1 week ago
Marion America 250 Invites the Community to Celebrate “Red, White, & YOU” Weekend

Marion, Ohio’s America 250 “Red, White, & YOU” Weekend (July 16–19) will feature patriotic events, live music, presidential history, and family-friendly activities across the city.

Local
1 week 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
1 week 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.

Group of graduates in blue gowns tossing their caps in the air against a clear blue sky, celebrating graduation.
Education
2 weeks ago
Senior season is here: Marion County Schools set graduation dates for the Class of 2026

Marion County Now announces 2026 high school graduation dates as local communities prepare to celebrate the achievements of the Class of 2026.

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
2 weeks ago
Big first inning gives Harding MOAC victory over Galion

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

What's Happening