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Local
1 month ago
Marion Matters names Jamie Beckett as new Executive Director

Marion Matters has appointed Jamie Beckett as Executive Director to lead education, coaching, and community stability initiatives across North Central Ohio.

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Local
1 month ago
Marion Community Foundation awards $50K for racial equity and justice initiatives

The Marion Community Foundation is investing $50,000 across five local racial equity and justice initiatives focused on youth mentorship, bilingual education, minority health access, and cultural preservation.

Court/Crime
2 months ago
Guilty verdict in interstate child kidnapping case

A Marion County jury has convicted Bradford Deem of kidnapping an 11-year-old autistic boy from Ohio after targeting him through an online gaming platform.

Local
2 months ago
The Explore-It-Torium offers free admission for dads on Father’s Day

Celebrate Father’s Day with free admission for dads at Marion’s Explore-It-Torium Children’s Museum on Sunday, June 21, from 1 to 6 p.m.

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Local
2 months ago
Heat Advisory in effect across Northern Ohio until 8 p.m. as heat index reaches 100 degrees

A heat advisory remains in place for much of northern Ohio through 8 p.m. Wednesday, with dangerously high temperatures and humidity increasing the risk of heat-related illnesses.

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Local
2 months ago
Curbside recycling pickup phased out in Marion

Effective June 26, 2026, Marion, Ohio is discontinuing curbside recycling, transitioning residents to a new drop-off location at 960 W Center St. starting July 6.

Local
2 months ago
Celebrating CNA Week 2026 at Marion Valley Post Acute: Honoring the heart of compassionate care

Marion Valley Post Acute proudly celebrates its dedicated Certified Nursing Assistants during CNA Week from June 11–17, 2026, honoring their essential role in providing compassionate resident care.

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Entertainment
2 months ago
Kings Island introduces flexible membership, unlocking access to Soak City Water Park, Cedar Point and more

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation has launched an innovative monthly membership program at Kings Island and Soak City, giving Midwest guests flexible, multi-park access to regional destinations like Cedar Point and Six Flags Great America

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Local
2 months ago
Churches unite for Revive 2026 Tent Revival in Marion

The Revive 2026 community tent revival kicks off in Marion, Ohio, bringing together local churches nightly from June 7 to June 20 for free services, worship, and live broadcasts.

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Local
2 months ago
Work Week Weather: Unsettled pattern brings daily storm chances and highs near 88 to Marion County

Marion County, OH faces a wet and humid work week starting June 8, 2026, with shifting high temperatures up to 88°F and consistent daily chances for rain and thunderstorms.

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