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LIfestyle
3 months ago
New federal law tightens SNAP work requirements beginning March 2026

New SNAP work requirements under H.R. 1 will take effect in March 2026, impacting benefit eligibility for thousands of Crawford County residents, including veterans and older adults.

LIfestyle
3 months ago
Early Spring predicted: Buckeye Chuck does not see shadow in Marion

Ohio’s official weather prognosticator, Buckeye Chuck, emerged into cloudy skies at the Marion County Fairgrounds Monday morning and failed to see his shadow, signaling an early end to winter.

Local
3 months ago
Data Privacy Week: Ohioans urged to lock down their data to protect money, identity

Ohio Department of Commerce highlights steps to protect personal information.

Local
3 months ago
Extreme Cold Warning: Life-threatening wind chills to grip region through Tuesday morning

An Extreme Cold Warning is in effect for much of North Central, Northeast, and Northwest Ohio and Northwest Pennsylvania, with wind chills expected to plummet as low as 27 below zero through Tuesday morning.

Local
3 months ago
Local Firefighters save family pets in Windsor Street house fire

Marion firefighters rescued several pets from a Windsor Street house fire Tuesday, with one animal receiving life-saving oxygen before being transported for emergency veterinary care.

Local
3 months ago
Valentine’s Day tea party planned at The Explore-It-Torium in Marion

The Explore-It-Torium Children’s Museum in downtown Marion invites families and groups to its annual Valentine’s Day tea party on February 14, featuring founder Cindy Binns’ vintage tea sets and full museum access.

Entertainment
3 months ago
90s Rock Icons and Country Stars Join 2026 Ohio State Fair Lineup

The Ohio State Fair has expanded its 2026 concert series with the addition of country star Bailey Zimmerman, Christian duo for KING + COUNTRY, and a 90s alternative rock triple-bill.

Local
3 months ago
Local weather alert: Cold Weather Advisory in effect starting this afternoon

A Cold Weather Advisory is in effect for north central and northwest Ohio through Tuesday morning, with wind chills expected to reach 20 degrees below zero.

Local
3 months ago
United Way of North Central Ohio to host open house and ribbon cutting at new downtown Marion headquarters

Join the United Way of North Central Ohio for a ribbon-cutting and open house at its new permanent downtown Marion headquarters on Jan. 20, 2026.

Entertainment
3 months ago
Marion Palace Theatre to present youth comedy ‘Bringing Down the House’ this February

A cast of 43 young actors will bring Todd Wallinger’s fast-paced comedy to life at the historic Marion Palace Theatre for a three-day run beginning Feb. 20.