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Four friends posing in front of a car on a sunny day in a parking lot.
Local
6 days ago
Uprising: Marion’s Thriving Teen Rock Band to Perform at Waldo Summer Fest Saturday

A talented group of local teen musicians, UPRISING has quickly become a regional favorite, bringing high-energy rock classics and modern hits to stages across Ohio, including an upcoming performance at Waldo Summer Fest on Saturday from 4-7 p.m.

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Local
1 week ago
Public Invited to Annual Presidential Wreath-laying Ceremony at Harding Memorial

The public is invited to the annual Presidential Wreath laying Ceremony at the Harding Memorial on July 18 at 10:30 a.m., where a brigadier general representing the sitting president will help honor President and Mrs. Harding and the service of the nation’s past leaders.

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news
1 week ago
Marion Valley Post Acute Sponsors the Annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s

The Marion community will gather Sept. 26 at Ohio State Marion for the annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s, bringing together families, caregivers, community leaders and supporters to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s research and care.

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Education
2 weeks ago
Ohio State Marion Graduate to research Syrian Refugee health through Fulbright Fellowship

Ohio State Marion graduate Majd Al-Marrawi has earned a prestigious Fulbright Fellowship, continuing his nationally recognized research while crediting faculty mentorship for his academic success.

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Local
2 weeks ago
Marion Open returns July 30th, and Pillar Credit Union is bringing it home

The Marion Open returns July 30, bringing elite drum and bugle corps back to Harding Stadium while honoring Marion’s decades-long legacy as a national drum corps destination.

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Local
2 weeks ago
Grant Middle School selected for new Community Hub School partnership in Marion

United Way of North Central Ohio and Marion City Schools are launching a Community Hub School pilot at Grant Middle School, expanding student, family and wellness resources beginning in 2026-27.

Local
2 weeks ago
Build your future in Marion: ArcelorMittal launches hiring campaign

ArcelorMittal Marion is hiring Production Associates and Maintenance Technicians, offering competitive pay, day-one benefits, career advancement, and a July 31 walk-in hiring event.

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Photos
2 weeks ago
Showmanship Sweepstakes at the 2026 Marion County Fair

Photo gallery of the 2026 Marion County Fair Showmanship Sweepstakes.

Local
2 weeks ago
Ohio House Bill 492 signed into law, creates new ID requirements during traffic stops

Ohio House Bill 492 is now law, requiring drivers and passengers to provide identifying information during traffic stops while increasing penalties for obstructing vehicle-related arrests.

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Court/Crime
2 weeks ago
Marion man indicted on multiple charges related to child sexual abuse material

A 32-year-old Marion man, Phillip Vanscoy, faces child sexual abuse material charges as investigators look into his interest in local youth groups.