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Local
1 month ago
Marion County Prosecutor disqualified from prosecuting case against Marion Police Officer

Marion County Common Pleas Court Judge Matthew Frericks disqualified Prosecutor Ray Grogan from prosecuting the criminal case against Marion Police officer Brendon Damron.

Local
1 month ago
September shines a light on suicide prevention and recovery in Crawford and Marion Counties

September is National Suicide Prevention Month and National Recovery Month. Crawford-Marion ADAMH is encouraging residents to recognize the importance of mental health, support people facing challenges and connect with resources that make recovery possible.

Education
1 month ago
Marion City Schools improves graduation and career readiness ratings

Marion City Schools maintained its 3-Star Ohio Report Card rating for a second year as graduation and career readiness improved, with Harding High School and Garfield Elementary leading gains.

Local
1 month ago
Ohio proclaims ‘Dolly Parton Day’ to celebrate music icon and literacy pioneer

Ohio has proclaimed September 25, 2026, as Dolly Parton Day, honoring her contributions to childhood literacy and the statewide Imagination Library program.

Local
1 month ago
Morrow County to honor Deputy Daniel Weston Sherrer with Highway dedication

Morrow County will honor late Deputy Daniel Sherrer on September 20 with a ceremony and dedication of a section of US Route 42 in his memory.

Local
1 month ago
Marion County Work Week Weather forecast: Sunny Monday, warmer Tuesday, rain chances return midweek

Marion County will see a sunny start to the week, with temperatures warming into the upper 80s Tuesday before showers and thunderstorms become more likely Tuesday night through Thursday.

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Court/Crime
1 month ago
La Rue man pleads guilty to child sex abuse material charges

A 32-year-old La Rue man pleaded guilty to four felony counts involving child sexual abuse material and is awaiting sentencing in Marion County Common Pleas Court.

LIfestyle
1 month ago
NCCC Doggy Daycare Program builds responsibility and trust

North Central Correctional Complex’s Doggy Daycare Program gives incarcerated individuals opportunities to build responsibility, empathy, communication and trust while caring for staff dogs.

Local
1 month ago
Marion County Weekend Weather: Showers and thunderstorms Saturday, warmer Sunday

Marion County will see a wet Saturday with showers and possible thunderstorms, followed by partly sunny skies and a chance of storms Sunday.

Local
1 month ago
Parents beware: Child’s suicide attempt linked to international online extortion scheme

Authorities are investigating an international online extortion scheme targeting a Sunbury child and warning families about internet-based crimes against youth.