AgCredit awarded $135,900 in 2025 Mission Fund grants to 14 organizations across northern Ohio, supporting rural life, agriculture, and community improvement.
Income-eligible residents in Crawford, Marion, and Morrow counties can apply for the Winter Crisis Program (WCP) to prevent utility disconnection through March 31, 2026, but must be aware of the one-appointment limit to protect their service.
Marion City Council’s Finance Committee failed to approve Mayor Bill Collins’ amended 2026 budget of $14.8 million, following a massive reduction to projected revenue and the city’s declaration of “Fiscal Caution.”
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Marion’s holiday season kicks off Saturday with the Lighted Truck Parade and tree lighting downtown, part of a weekend full of festive events.