The Marion Area Humane Society is hosting a Holiday Sleepover Program through Dec. 20, inviting Marion families to temporarily foster a shelter dog to provide warmth, reduce stress, and improve adoptability during the Christmas season, with the option for permanent adoption.
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is seeking public assistance to locate Nicholas Foggin, wanted for failure to register as a sex offender, and Christopher T. Poulton, wanted for aggravated possession of drugs, while confirming the arrest of Jimmie L. Myles for felonious assault.
McDonald’s fans in Ohio helped raise $100,664 for 273 local high school athletic programs during the third annual High School Sports Digital Fundraiser Day on Oct. 23, with Owner/Operators donating 10 percent of all McDonald’s app sales.
Marion County, Ohio is celebrating the Christmas season with a packed schedule of holiday events from Dec. 10-28, featuring the multi-week Christmas by Candlelight drive-thru, the Nutcracker Nights Gala, multiple Santa visits, and village celebrations in LaRue and Caledonia.
Marion Community Foundation announces $135,000 in 2025 Field of Interest Grants supporting 22 local nonprofits in Marion, OH, addressing needs like animal care, arts, education, and senior services.
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.