Local
2 weeks ago
OhioHealth Marion General to install metal detectors to prevent workplace violence

OhioHealth Marion General Hospital will begin screening all visitors and staff with metal detectors at its Emergency Department and East entrances starting December 2, as part of a system-wide initiative to create weapons-free healthcare facilities and curb workplace violence.

Local
2 weeks ago
Marion Community foundation announces community grants

The Marion Community Foundation approved $567,000 in Community Grants to 45 local groups, dedicating the largest share to Marion’s youth programs focused on career readiness and safe spaces

Local
3 weeks ago
Marion businesses set to participate in nationwide “Pink Friday” small business shopping experience

Downtown Marion, Ohio, merchants are hosting Pink Weekend on November 21 and 22, 2025, extending the nationwide Pink Friday campaign to encourage consumers to #ShopSmallFirst before the Black Friday rush

Entertainment
3 weeks ago
‘Weird Al’ Yankovic announced as first concert for 2026 Ohio State Fair

Five-time Grammy Award winner “Weird Al” Yankovic will bring his Bigger & Weirder 2026 Tour to the Ohio State Fair on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, marking the first concert announcement for the summer event.

Local
3 weeks ago
Marion City Planning Commission sets meeting for November 18

The Marion City Planning Commission is scheduled to meet on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025, at 6:30 p.m.

Local
3 weeks ago
Marion County Work Week Weather: Sunny start gives way to rainy, warmer pattern

The Marion County forecast features a sunny start today before a chance of rain and a brief rain/snow mix on Tuesday transitions the region into a much warmer and wetter pattern for the end of the week.

Local
3 weeks ago
Ohio agencies launch year-end safety push to secure fourth year of declining traffic deaths

The Ohio Department of Transportation, Ohio State Highway Patrol, and the Ohio Traffic Safety Office have launched a major year-end campaign urging motorists to drive safely and help Ohio achieve a fourth consecutive year of declining traffic fatalities

Local
3 weeks ago
OSHP Trooper Matthias Carson named Marion Post Trooper of the Year for 2025

Ohio State Highway Patrol Trooper Matthias L. Carson was selected as the 2025 Trooper of the Year at the Marion Post, marking his third time receiving the award for his outstanding service and professional ethics.

Court/Crime
3 weeks ago
Morrow County Jury convicts Joshua Boucher on multiple charges including attempted murder

A Morrow County jury found Joshua Boucher guilty on 14 counts, including attempted aggravated murder and felonious assault, stemming from a violent 2024 attack on his estranged wife.

Local
3 weeks ago
Give the Gift of Life: Red Cross Blood Drive Coming to Kingston on Dec. 4

The American Red Cross is hosting a blood drive at Kingston on Dec. 4 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; schedule an appointment or simply walk in to give the gift of life.

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