Randy Bigley

As the News Director/Editor in Chief for the North Central Ohio Media Group, I lead our efforts to deliver local news and community information to the residents of Crawford County, Marion County, and surrounding areas through our radio and online news platforms.

Local
4 weeks ago
Teaching tiny treasurers: the benefits of kids’ savings accounts

Opening a savings account is a powerful way for parents in Marion to teach their children about financial literacy, from earning to saving and understanding compound interest.

Local
1 month ago
Weekend Weather Forecast: showers possible for Marion County

Enjoy a warm and sunny Saturday in Marion County, but expect a chance of thunderstorms and showers to roll in Sunday afternoon and evening.

Education
1 month ago
Ohio State Marion hosts community discussion on role of AI at work and school

Jill Frey, CEO of Cummins Facility Services, will discuss how AI is changing work and learning at a free community event at The Ohio State University at Marion on Monday, October 20.

Local
1 month ago
Project Noelle to host free Red Ribbon Spooktacular in Marion

A free Halloween festival, the “Red Ribbon Spooktacular,” will be hosted by Project Noelle at McKinley Park in Marion, Ohio, offering candy, costumes, games, and free food to promote a drug-free community.

Local
1 month ago
How to make Marion County Now your preferred news source on Google (step-by-step)

Google now lets you pick favorite news sites, so their stories show up more often in Top stories and a “From your sources” section. Here’s the fastest way to add Marion County Now.

Education
1 month ago
Marion Public Library announces Fall Lifelong Learning program

The Marion Public Library is offering its Adult Lifelong Learning program this fall.

Local
1 month ago
Cornerstone Building Brands, Roc Solid Foundation give playset to Cardington girl battling cancer

Cornerstone Building Brands partnered with Roc Solid Foundation to donate a custom backyard playset to 1-year-old Aurora Schreiber of Cardington, who is undergoing treatment for a form of brain cancer.

Local
1 month ago
Leadership Marion! Kicks off its 34th class

The Marion Area Chamber of Commerce has launched its 34th class of Leadership Marion!, a 10-month program that develops and connects local leaders to create a lasting community impact.

Entertainment
1 month ago
Marion County prepares for Spooky Season with haunted attractions, fall festivals

Marion County is getting ready for fall with a variety of spooky events, from haunted trails and immersive attractions to family-friendly festivals and pumpkin patches.

Local
1 month ago
Marion County to see warm, dry work week

Marion County will experience a warm and mostly dry work week with high temperatures in the mid- to upper-80s and clear skies.