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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 days 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
2 days 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.

Ohio Magazine's Best Hometown logo with 'Marion' beneath, 2026–2027 badge and town silhouette in blue.
Local
4 days ago
Marion named one of Ohio Magazine’s Best Hometowns for 2026

Ohio Magazine has selected Marion as one of its five Best Hometowns for 2026, honoring the city’s historic charm, downtown revitalization, and community pride.

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Local
5 days ago
Bestselling author James Ponti to visit Marion Public Library for special literacy event

New York Times bestselling author James Ponti will visit Marion Public Library on July 23 for a free community event featuring writing advice, local history, and a book signing.

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Local
7 days ago
Paws, crafts, and community: 3rd Annual Paws and Claws Craft and Vendor Show returns to Marion County

Local shopping, adoptable pets, food trucks, and a community raffle come together Aug. 1 at the Marion County Dog Pound to benefit local animal welfare organizations.

Local
7 days ago
Ohio Auditor to declare fiscal emergency in Marion

Marion will enter a state-declared fiscal emergency Tuesday, placing city finances under state oversight and requiring a recovery plan to address years of financial instability.

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Education
7 days ago
Ohio State historian presents To the Gates of Richmond: The Civil War in Virginia

Ohio State Marion welcomes historian Dr. Brianna Frakes for a free Buckeye Talks on Tap lecture exploring Richmond’s pivotal role in the Civil War on Aug. 11.

Local
1 week 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.

Stack of colorful hardcover textbooks stacked on a table, showing subjects like English, Mathematics, Science, History, Sociology, and Psychology (An Introduction).
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.

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