The Marion Police Department has recognized Property Officer Amanda Adkins, Officer Michael Starrs, and Lt. Jim Fitsko for their exemplary service in 2025 with the agency’s top annual honors.
The Marion Palace Theatre will host its annual holiday tradition, “Christmas at the Palace: Memories,” for three performances on Dec. 5, 6, and 7, 2025, featuring local performers in a festive variety show celebrating family and togetherness.
Don Jovi: The Ultimate Bon Jovi Tribute will perform classic anthems like “Livin’ on a Prayer” at the Marion Palace Theatre on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026, offering a high-energy classic rock concert experience.
Marion’s Explore-It-Torium will host Cookies with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 6, offering families photos, cookies, and full museum access for the $6 admission.
Marion Police are issuing a public safety warning about the “Crime Radar” app, cautioning residents that its AI-generated reports based on police scanner traffic are often inaccurate and can cause unnecessary community panic.
The Ohio State University at Marion’s free Buckeye Talks on Tap series will feature constitutional scholar Dr. Christopher Green to discuss the upcoming Supreme Court case on sex discrimination and transgender athletes on Tuesday, Dec. 9.
A fatal high-rise fire at Marion Rotary Towers on Wednesday morning, contained to a single apartment, claimed the life of an elderly male victim, with smoking near medical oxygen suspected as the cause.
Pillar Credit Union offers the most valuable gift of financial confidence through membership, providing family access to competitive rates and local, community-focused banking.
The Marion County Dog Pound is holding a fully sponsored adoption event this Sunday, Dec. 7, offering free adoption fees and comprehensive health services for all dogs.
The Marion America 250 initiative recognizes the dedicated volunteer committees driving Marion’s 2026 celebration of the nation’s 250th anniversary.