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Coming home after prison is tough. For rural Ohioans, it can be even harder
This article was originally published on Feb. 27, 2024. Brenda Hart was released from West Central Community Correctional Facility in Marysville, 30 miles north of Columbus, in November. But she wasn’t able to go home, at least not in the way she hoped. She couldn’t find housing in Marengo...
Fourth of July celebration at Indian Lake holds special meaning for locals, tourists this year
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Tourists and locals packed Indian Lake on Saturday for the annual fireworks show. This year, there’s extra meaning in the Independence Day celebration. It has been five months since a deadly tornado ripped through the town. “We like coming out here supporting the local businesses....
Miller named 2024 Marion County Fair Showman of Showmen
MARION, OH (MARION COUNTY NOW)—Friday night, many gathered in Evers Arena to watch the Showmanship Sweepstakes where the best of the best battle to determine who would be crowned this year’s Showman of Showmen. This year’s title owner?. Braelyn Miller. “I was definitely nervous going into the...
Average sale price at Marion County Fair pie auction was $177; top pie sold for $700
The Marion County Fair pie auction raised $9,560, with $2,390 going to the fair. The average cost for a pie was $177 with the top pie bringing in $700. It was baked by Abby Pepper and purchased by her grandfather. A total of 54 pies were entered. ...
‘Class of 2024’ tenants move into The Grad
MOUNT VERNON — Freshman year of high school is a time of change, adjustment, and new beginnings. The same holds true for the inaugural 2024 class of tenants moving into The Grad. Danville grad Ben Durbin was the first to move into an apartment in the former school building...
Mount Vernon Questers seek to preserve history, heritage
MOUNT VERNON — Preservation is the key to protecting the past so that future generations can be proud of and enjoy their local, state, and national history. The Mount Vernon Questers have undertaken this goal for over a century. Historic preservation embraces cultural heritage, including the rich stories of...
Galion History Corner: The Father Of “Galion”
One of the fundamentals of telling the story of Galion is talking about the “Father of Galion.”. Asa Hosford, the man traditionally given that nickname, was not the first person from the east to travel to this corner of Ohio. He was, however, one of the earliest to do so and he also played a remarkably important role in the early days of the local settlement.
Sanatorium Road remained dirt until 1919 project
MOUNT VERNON — While browsing old Mount Vernon newspaper accounts of various Fourth of July fireworks accident stories, I found a pair of articles of interest on Page 4 of the July 8, 1919, edition of the Democratic Banner. One details an Independence Day program put on at the...
Movie tickets, umbrellas available to blood donors in Marion County this month
This July, the American Red Cross continues to stress blood and platelet donors are critically needed to support lifesaving transfusions this summer. Donors of all blood types are in demand, especially those with type O blood and donors giving platelets. Here are the blood drives scheduled in Marion: Thursday, 1-7 p.m., The Alber Red...
Descendants panel featured at 2024 Warren G. Harding Symposium reception
MARION, OH (MARION COUNTY NOW)—The 2024 Warren G. Harding Symposium is set to kick off with an opening reception on Friday, July 19, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Warren G. Harding Presidential Sites. The event will provide participants the opportunity to explore the Harding Home, Press House, and Harding Library & Museum, enjoy food and beverages, and attend a panel discussion involving descendants of three First Ladies.
ODOT Continues Route 23 Connect Study, Seeks Public Input
The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) continues work on a significant initiative to improve safety and traffic flow along U.S. 23 between I-270 and Waldo. Partnering with the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission and the Toledo Metropolitan Area Council of Governments, ODOT has announced the Route 23 Connect Study to tackle long-standing issues along this busy corridor.
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