Ahead of Tuesday’s election, Crawford-Marion ADAMH Executive Director Brad DeCamp explains how the 1-mill Marion County renewal levy supports local mental health, addiction crisis services, and school prevention programs for $15.27 a year per $100,000 of home value based on 2006 assessments.
Marion County parent Karime Hord highlights how the Marion County Board of Developmental Disabilities’ upcoming renewal levy keeps 100% of tax dollars local to support roughly 1,000 residents and their caregivers.
Independent candidate Craig Swartz joins Community Spotlight to discuss his campaign for Ohio House District 87, proposing a state-owned Bank of Ohio, opposition to the proposed U.S. 23 bypass, and expanding childcare access across rural communities.
As the Marion Victim Assistance Program marks 40 years of service, the agency is introducing a new trauma-informed interview room for law enforcement and hosting its annual Homicide Victim Remembrance Day ceremony.
Delaware resident and medical equipment specialist Joshua Kolasinski discusses his congressional campaign for Ohio’s 4th Congressional District, focusing on healthcare costs, ethics reforms, and campaign finance.
The ADAMH Board announces upcoming Marion and Crawford County community events for International Overdose Awareness Day, local suicide prevention walks, and back-to-school mental health resources.
Pillar Credit Union is expanding its footprint into Richland County through a merger with Tappan Community Credit Union while introducing new loyalty rewards and auto refinancing incentives.
The Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities (OCECD) provides free statewide training, resources, and individualized IEP support for parents navigating the special education system.
Pathways of Central Ohio handled over 2,600 crisis calls from Marion and Crawford counties in 2025, providing 24/7 mental health support and tackling local surges in homelessness and utility assistance requests.
The North Central Ohio ESC is currently hiring for several specialized educational roles and offering a $1.5 million grant to help eligible students obtain their driver’s licenses at no cost.