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Group of people on a stage at Cedar Point's Grand Pavilion during Boardwalk Nights, holding certificates; officers in uniform stand behind them with a blue-and-white pavilion backdrop.
Local
2 hours ago
Ohio State Highway Patrol and Cedar Point honor 13 crash survivors in ‘Saved by the Belt’ ceremony

Thirteen North Central Ohio residents were inducted into the Ohio State Highway Patrol’s “Saved by the Belt” club during a special recognition ceremony at Cedar Point.

Court/Crime
23 hours ago
Crawford County Jury acquits 71-year-old Tiffin man after felony trial

A Crawford County jury found Bruce Creasap of Tiffin not guilty of four felony gross sexual imposition charges following a trial involving allegations from a teenage student.

Local
6 days 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.

City Hall building with a beige stone facade and glass entrance, 'CITY HALL' over the doors.
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.

Man in a bright blue polo, wearing safety glasses, holds a radio while standing near a cake on a table in a room with a clock on the wall.
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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Court/Crime
1 week ago
Marion Man Indicted on Felony Charges in Fatal July 4th Crash

A 66-year-old Marion man has been indicted on multiple felony charges stemming from a July 4 crash that killed a 16-year-old boy and injured three others in Marion Township.

Purple fundraiser poster for SPUD-TACULAR MEMORIES with baked potato bar, 50/50 raffle, and silent auction; includes date, time, and location details for Alzheimer’s awareness support.
Local
1 week ago
Spud-Tacular Memories Fundraiser to Support Alzheimer’s Awareness Set for July 24

Community members are invited to enjoy a baked potato bar, silent auction and 50/50 raffle while raising money for Alzheimer’s awareness and support services during the Spud-Tacular Memories fundraiser on July 24 in Marion.

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