Local
1 week ago
Work Weather: Wintry mix arriving Monday night; hazardous travel expected

A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for North Central Ohio, with 1 to 3 inches of snow expected after 10 p.m. tonight as temperatures remain near freezing all week.

Local
1 week ago
Downtown Marion, Inc. hosts annual Christmas Gala ‘Nutcracker Nights’ on December 12

Downtown Marion, Inc. is hosting its annual Christmas Gala, ‘Nutcracker Nights,’ on Friday, December 12, 2025, at The Brickyard on Main, featuring a gourmet dinner, reverse raffle, live music, and the presentation of Community Awards.

Local
1 week ago
Who moved my cheese? Navigating the shifting Crawford County housing maze

Crawford County’s housing market has shifted—median days on market climbed to 62, requiring sellers to competitively price and prepare homes to secure the new $170,000 average sale.

Local
1 week ago
Marion County Park District announces free December nature programs on Tallgrass Trail

The Marion County Park District has announced its schedule of nature programs for December, offering winter hikes, holiday-themed educational events, and opportunities for community members to explore the Marion Tallgrass Trail and other park locations.

Local
1 week ago
Marion Area Humane Society launches ‘Furry Festive Holiday Special’ with $50 adoption fees

The Marion County animal shelter is hosting a ‘Furry Festive Holiday Special’ adoption event with reduced $50 fees—including spay/neuter, shots, and microchip—thanks to the Marion Country Club’s Pars for Pets fundraiser, available starting November 29 until funds are exhausted.

Local
2 weeks ago
Troopers suspect impairment in fatal Marion car crash

A Marion woman died and the driver sustained minor injuries late Thursday night after the car they were in struck a parked vehicle on West Columbia Street; troopers suspect impairment was a factor.

Holiday Guide
2 weeks ago
Marion gears up for holiday festivities with Lighted Truck Parade and Tree Lighting

Marion’s holiday season kicks off Saturday with the Lighted Truck Parade and tree lighting downtown, part of a weekend full of festive events.

Local
2 weeks ago
Marion City Council Committee to meet December 1

Marion City Council Committees will convene a unified meeting on Dec. 1, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. in the Second Floor Council Chambers at City Hall to discuss key agenda items.

Local
2 weeks ago
Marion Fire Department Christmas Toy Drive happening now Through December 4th!

The Marion Fire Department is hosting its annual Christmas Toy Drive, collecting new, unwrapped toys through December 4th at all three fire stations to bring holiday cheer to local children.

Court/Crime
2 weeks ago
Major drug bust nets over 1.6 kilograms of drugs, guns in Marion County raids

The MARMET Drug Task Force executed nine search warrants in Marion County, seizing over 1.6 kilograms of methamphetamine and crack/cocaine, 5 grams of fentanyl, two guns, and more than $14,000 in cash.