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Updated: Jul 1st, 2009 - 17:31:27
Local News
United Way Announces Pacesetters for Annual Campaign
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| Jeff LaBrozzi, Maintenance Manager at ConAgra Foods kisses a goat for United Way. |
ConAgra Foods, Smith Clinic and TRECA have stepped up to serve as Pacesetters for Marion County's 2009 United Way campaign. Pacesetters are businesses or organizations that begin their internal campaigns early, demonstrating strategies that can be used and the potential for success, thereby “setting the pace” for others. more...
Jul 1, 2009, 17:25
Local News
Only You Can Prevent Cap-and-Trade
“The following article is a letter from Mid-Ohio Energy president & CEO John Metcalf, discussing the potential effects of pending energy bill HR 2454.”
Pending legislation could have a major impact on the affordability and reliability of our country’s energy. Ohioans and individuals in rural areas could be hit especially hard if bill H.R. 2454 is passed in its current form. We would like to encourage individuals to get involved by contacting their legislators and asking them to ensure affordable energy in the future.
Some aspects of the national green movement have been a good thing for Ohio and our nation, but original intent and final result don’t always dovetail. This is the case with a “global warming” bill currently before Congress. It masquerades as a green measure, when in reality it’s a license for Wall Street traders and financial speculators to gain control of energy pricing in America, as well as a source of massive tax revenue for the U.S. government. more...
Jun 16, 2009, 19:08
Local News
Boys and Girls Club Summer Program
Boys & Girls of Marion County serves some 1250 young people, ages 6-18, annually through educational, recreational, health and fitness programs. Known as The Positive Place for Kids, Boys & Girls Clubs of Marion County provides a safe place to learn and grow, ongoing relationships with caring adult professionals, life enhancing programs, character development experiences, and hope and opportunity to the youth we serve. Learn more at www.boysandgirlsclubofmarion.com
Enrollment is open for any students 5K through the eighth grade. It will be held at the YMCA Monday through Friday from June 1st—August 14th, 7:30 am to 5:30pm. Staff will not be on the premises before 7:30 am or after 5:30 pm. We will be closed the week of June 29th—July 3rd. Breakfast, lunch and a snack will be provided. Some of the activities for the summer include: reading, drama, nature, the arts, gym, and swimming. more...
May 27, 2009, 14:07
Local News
Day of Action Event Urges Community to ‘LIVE UNITED’
United Way of Marion County will join United Ways across the country in the second annual United Way Day of Action. This event will take place on Saturday, June 20th and is part of United Way’s new LIVE UNITED initiative and serves as a call-to-action for individuals to come together in collective efforts to make needed changes in their communities. more...
May 21, 2009, 10:02
Local News
Elks Lodge No. 32 Seventh Annual Soccer Shoot
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| 2009 Marion Elks Annual Soccer Shoot Winners |
The Marion Elks Lodge No. 32 held their seventh annual Soccer Shoot on Saturday, May 16th at the soccer field at Glenwood Park. Over 30 youngsters ages 7 through 13 competed in the soccer kicking contest, a two-stage contest designed to best represent the skill levels of the four age groups involved. Winners of the local event will move on to Elks North Central District Soccer Shoot competition in Bucyrus. more...
May 18, 2009, 09:35
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