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Education
2 hours 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
15 hours 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.

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Education
3 days 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.

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Local
3 days 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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Local
3 days ago
Marion Police Officer Retires After 24 Years of Dedicated Service

After 24 years with the Marion Police Department, Officer Todd Monnette has retired from full-time duty but will continue serving the community as a reserve officer.

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Court/Crime
3 days ago
Marion Man Indicted on Felony Charges in Fatal July 4th Crash

A 66-year-old Marion man has been indicted on multiple felony charges stemming from a July 4 crash that killed a 16-year-old boy and injured three others in Marion Township.

Purple fundraiser poster for SPUD-TACULAR MEMORIES with baked potato bar, 50/50 raffle, and silent auction; includes date, time, and location details for Alzheimer’s awareness support.
Local
5 days ago
Spud-Tacular Memories Fundraiser to Support Alzheimer’s Awareness Set for July 24

Community members are invited to enjoy a baked potato bar, silent auction and 50/50 raffle while raising money for Alzheimer’s awareness and support services during the Spud-Tacular Memories fundraiser on July 24 in Marion.

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Local
5 days ago
POET Bioprocessing – Marion Awards Grants to Four Area Causes

POET Bioprocessing–Marion awarded $10,000 in Community Impact Grants to four local organizations, supporting projects that improve accessibility, recreation, shelter services and community facilities throughout the Marion area.

Exterior view of Marion General Hospital campus with a tall American flag, brick buildings, and a circular driveway with parked cars.
Local
5 days ago
OhioHealth Marion General Hospital Nationally Recognized for its Commitment to Excellence in Stroke Care 

OhioHealth Marion General Hospital has earned multiple American Heart Association achievement awards for its commitment to delivering evidence-based stroke care and improving patient outcomes through nationally recognized treatment standards.

Colorful outdoor memorial with a large carved bird statue surrounded by flowers, banners reading 'USA 250' and '250 Years', and patriotic imagery in a parking lot garden.
Local
5 days ago
Adopt-a-Flowerbed Winners Selected

Downtown Marion’s annual adopt-a-flowerbed program has transformed the city center into a patriotic red, white and blue showcase for America 250 celebrations, with Junior Service Guild earning top honors among this year’s volunteer gardeners.

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