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Call to Entry for Honeywell Foundation's Art Competition
WABASH, Ind. — Calling all artists! Whether you are amateur or professional, the Honeywell Foundation’s Clark Gallery will be hosting its annual 92 County Art Show from Jan. 9 through Feb. 19, 2020. Entries will be accepted on Monday, Jan. 6 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The competition is open to artists of all ages living in any of Indiana’s 92 counties. Exhibit sponsorship is provided by the Eclectic Shoppe. Marking its 27th year in 2020, the 92 County Art Show consists of three primary categories:
Community School of the Arts to Present The Wizard of Oz, Tickets On Sale Now
Marion, IN-The Community School of the Arts will present The Wizard of Oz on January 31-February 2 at the F. Ritchie Walton Performing Arts Center, 750 W. 26th Street, Marion, Indiana. Tickets are on sale now for this classic story being presented by CSA’s Dance Department and can be purchased online at csa-marion.com/tickets or at the Community School of the Arts, 305 S. Adams Street, Marion, Indiana Monday through Thursday from 10am to 8pm. For more information call 765-662-6263. The Marion Community
Eastbrook High FFA & Peerless Printing Jump on Board to Give More Walkway of Lights Patrons Free Ent
(MARION, IN) December 11th, 2019 - Walkway of Lights patrons have multiple opportunities to receive free entry into this year's Walkway of Lights, thanks to several generous donations from businesses and organizations. Eastbrook High School's Future Farmers of America (FFA) is matching Rolling Meadows' recent donation of $500 to give an additional 100 cars free entry into the Walkway of Lights on Saturday, December 14th, 2019. That is a total of 200 free entries for the first 200 cars that night!
December Stories Announced!
Champion of the Month: James McKinnieEmployee Spotlight: Eng. Heath Duke, Eng. Monty Smith, Pvt. Mikel Neal, & Pvt. Nate DukeBusiness Spotlight: Computer Age Engineering Archived Stories: www.cityofmarion.in.gov/storiesProgram Information: https://cityofmarion.in.gov/government/departments/community-development-marketing/marketing-community-relations
Honeywell Foundation's Annual Winter Bash Draws Near
WABASH, IN – Calling all kids! The Annual Winter Break Bash, hosted by the Honeywell Foundation, will take place Thursday and Friday, Jan. 2 & 3 at various Honeywell Foundation venues including the Honeywell Center and Charley Creek Gardens. All Winter Break Bash activities are free and open to the public. Lead sponsorship for Winter Bash is provided by Terrell Realty Group, LLC. Associate sponsor is American Huey 369. Winter Bash is a great way for students to liven up their winter break by
Breakfast with Santa to Take Place on 12/14/19
Everyone is invited to come to the Garden House in Matter Park to enjoy a special treat of breakfast with Santa Claus on Saturday, December 14th, 2019. The free event sponsored by Miller’s Merry Manor will be held from 9 till 10:30 a.m. (view here) Announcement Link: https://cityofmarion.in.gov/news-events/breakfast-with-santa-to-take-place-on-12-14-19 Walkway of Lights Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/WalkwayOfLights/
Marion Fire Dept. Accepting Applications for Firefighters through 1/16/20
The Marion Fire Dept. is in an open hiring window through Jan. 16th, 2020. Please consider the latest announcement for publication:https://cityofmarion.in.gov/news-events/job-opening-mfd-accepting-applications-for-firefighters-through-1-16-20
1st 100 Walkway of Lights Visits FREE on 12/14/19, Thanks to Rolling Meadows
Please refer to this link for our latest announcement: https://cityofmarion.in.gov/news-events/1st-100-walkway-of-lights-entries-free-on-12-14-19-thanks-to-rolling-meadows
MGH Recognized with 2019 Performance Leadership Award in Quality, Outcomes and Patient Perspective
As part of National Rural Health Day, Marion General Hospital has been recognized by The Chartis Center of Rural Health and the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health (NOSORH) for overall excellence in Performance Leadership in Quality, Outcomes and Patient Perspective, reflecting top quartile performance among all rural hospitals in the nation. “This achievement is very gratifying and validates our daily commitment to providing the best health care possible to our community, while
MRCC students place in top five at Purdue U. cybersecurity competition
MARION — Students from Marion Regional Career Center’s award-winning Cybersecurity and Information Technology Academy recently placed in the top five in a cybersecurity competition at Purdue University. Four MRCC students, Hunter Butz, Tyler Hunter, Robert Smith, and Jack White, traveled to Purdue’s West Lafayette campus for the cybersecurity encounters workshop and challenge. During the workshop students learned different aspects of cybersecurity, including virtualization, web vulnerability challenges,
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NORTHEASTERN INDIANA HOLIDAY TRADITION TRAVELS TO WABASH
Fort Wayne Philharmonic to perform holiday classics at the Honeywell Center this Dec. WHO: Fort Wayne Philharmonic WHAT: The Fort Wayne Philharmonic Holiday Pops will include holiday classics “Christmas Lullaby,” “Sleigh Ride,” “Parade of The Wooden Soldiers,” and “A Holly And Jolly Sing-Along” to conclude the concert. WHERE: Honeywell Center 275 W. Market St. Wabash, Ind. 46992 WHEN: Wednesday, Dec. 18 at 7:30
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MANNHEIM STEAMROLLER CELEBRATES 35TH ANNIVERSARY IN WABASH, IND
Chip Davis’ Mannheim Steamroller to perform two, back-to-back holiday performances at the Honeywell Center WHO: Mannheim Steamroller WHAT: The 35th Anniversary of Mannheim Steamroller by Chip Davis will perform two shows on the Ford Theater Stage. WHERE: Honeywell Center 275 W. Market St. Wabash, Ind. 46992 WHEN: Thursday, Dec. 19 at 3 and 7:30 p.m. WHY: Mannheim Steamroller has been America’s favorite
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HARD ROCKERS TO PERFORM HOLIDAY ROCK OPERA ON FORD THEATER STAGE
The Wizards of Winter will perform “The Christmas Dream” 10 days before Christmas WHO: Wizards of Winter WHAT: The Wizards of Winter will perform their holiday rock opera titled “The Christmas Dream,” including former members of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Rainbow, Blue Öyster Cult, Def Leppard, The Irish Tenors, and more. WHERE: Honeywell Center 275 W. Market St. Wabash, Ind. 46992 WHEN: Sunday, Dec. 15 at 7:30
Free Walkway of Lights Bus Rides on 12/18/19, Free Entry on Christmas Day
The City of Marion is offering two special opportunities for free entry into the Walkway of Lights: On Wednesday, December 18th, 2019, City buses will provide free rides throughout the entire evening after completing regular routes. Anyone interested may be picked up from any bus stop on the regular route as drivers wrap up the day, then will be taken to the terminal downtown, where refreshments will be offered as City buses begin special service through the Walkway of
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ONE NIGHT, THREE PERFORMANCES, THREE CONTEMPORARY CHRISTIAN ARTISTS COMING TO THE HONEYWELL CENTER
Award-winning group, Point of Grace, celebrating 20-year anniversary album WHO: Point of Grace featuring Aaron Shust and special guest, Mallary Hope WHAT: Contemporary Christian, all-female recording group Point of Grace presents: A Christmas Story Tour featuring Aaron Shust and special guest Mallary Hope. WHERE: Honeywell Center 275 W. Market St. Wabash, Ind. 46992 WHEN: Saturday, Dec. 21 at 7:30
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ELECTROLUMINESCENT THEATER PRODUCTION COMING TO THE HONEYWELL CENTER
NBC’s America’s Got Talent semi-finalists will perform in complete darkness of the Ford Theater WHO: Lightwire Theater WHAT: Lightwire Theater’s “A Very Electric Christmas” combining theater and technology to bring stories to life in complete darkness. WHERE: Honeywell Center 275 W. Market St. Wabash, Ind. 46992 WHEN: Friday, Dec. 20 at 7:30 p.m. WHY: Lightwire Theater is known for its
HONEYWELL CENTER PROUDLY ANNOUNCES TWO NEW SHOWS IN 2020 LINEUP
WABASH, Ind.—The Honeywell Center is thrilled to announce two new shows coming to the Ford Theater. On sale to the public on Wednesday, Dec. 4 at 10 a.m. will be Hairball: A Bombastic Celebration of Arena Rock and “Million Dollar Quartet.” Hairball: A Bombastic Celebration of Arena Rock is a rock and roll experience guests will not forget. Complete with lights, sound, video screens, smoke, fire, blood, bombs, confetti, spiders, snakes, monsters, and screaming hordes of rabid Hairball fans, this show will
Marion Community Schools musicians named to several honor bands
McCulloch 8th-grader selected for IBA All-Region Honor Band8 MHS musicians selected for district honor bands McCulloch, Justice, Riverview students selected for All-State Honor Choir For more information, please contact Josh Huff at Marion High School, jhuff@marion.k12.in.us, and Christina Huff and Ron Ways at McCulloch Junior High School, chuff@marion.k12.in.us and rways@marion.k12.in.us. Source: Marion Community Schools
Discover Available Grant County Sites and Buildings on the Growth Council Website
MARION, INDIANA, Monday, November 25th, 2019 – Site selectors and prospective businesses can now research available sites and buildings in Grant County. The Grant County Economic Growth Council has partnered with Location One Information System to provide maps, data, lease/purchase rates, aerial photos, utilities hookups, acreage, surrounding amenities etc. for all available properties in Grant County. Currently, there are 13 available properties in Grant County featured on
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THE OAK RIDGE BOYS DOWN HOME CHRISTMAS TOUR COMING TO HONEYWELL CENTER
THE OAK RIDGE BOYS DOWN HOME CHRISTMAS TOUR COMING TO HONEYWELL CENTERGRAMMY® Award-winning, Country Music Hall of Fame members return to Wabash after more than 11 performances WHO: The Oak Ridge Boys WHAT: The Oak Ridge Boys Down Home Christmas Tour is set to take the Ford Theater stage playing in 28 cities and 14 states across the U.S. WHERE: Honeywell Center 275 W. Market St. Wabash, Ind. 46992 WHEN:
Purdue Extension Announces Upcoming Events & 4H Enrollment
See below for Purdue Extension Events & 4H Enrollment Information4H Enrollment Forms: Enrollment Form Mini Enrollment Form
Indiana Members Credit Union Partners with CBS4 for U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys For Tots Program.
(Indianapolis, IN) Indiana Members Credit Union (IMCU), Central Indiana’s largest credit union, is partnering with CBS4 and is serving as a presenting sponsor for the 2019 U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program. The mission of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program is to collect new, unwrapped toys during October, November and December each year, and distribute those toys as Christmas gifts to less fortunate children in the community. The primary goal is to deliver, through a new toy
Brunch with Santa at Honeywell Center
BRUNCH WITH SANTA at Honeywell Center (view here)
Honeywell Center Proudly Announces Tow New Shows in 2020 Lineup
Historic rock and roll, hair-throwing 80s rock to take over Ford Theater stage with unforgettable performances WABASH, Ind.—The Honeywell Center is thrilled to announce two new shows coming to the Ford Theater. On sale to the public on Wednesday, Dec. 4 at 10 a.m. will be Hairball: A Bombastic Celebration of Arena Rock and “Million Dollar Quartet.” Hairball: A Bombastic Celebration of Arena Rock is a rock and roll experience guests will not forget. Complete with lights, sound, video screens, smoke,
ORIGINAL “JERSEY BOYS” CAST MEMBERS TO PERFORM YULETIDE CLASSICS ON FORD THEATER STAGE
WHO: The Midtown Men WHAT: The original cast of Broadway’s “Jersey Boys,” featuring Christian Hoff, Michael Longoria, Daniel Reichard, and Tony® Award nominee J. Robert Spencer will perform classic holiday hits on the Ford Theater stage during The Midtown Men Holiday Hits show. WHERE: Honeywell Center, 275 West Market Street, Wabash, IN 46992 WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 30 at 7:30 p.m. WHY: Hoff, Longoria, Reichard and Spencer will ring in the
Charley Creek Gardens to Host Annual Yule Time Stroll
WABASH, Ind. — Charley Creek Gardens will host its 10th Annual Yule Time Stroll, open to the public Dec. 13 - 23 from 6 to 9 p.m. Bring the family and enjoy a peaceful walk along the lighted path of the Gardens. This event is free and open to the public. Parking is available at 518 N. Wabash Street. Sponsorship is provided by Autumn Ridge Rehabilitation Centre. The Yule Time Stroll began in 2009 and has since become a well-received annual tradition. Many guests have taken advantage of this fun and
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Ford invites Indiana Wesleyan University senior to exclusive Mustang reveal
With a personal invitation from Ford, Indiana Wesleyan University senior Bradley Belcher (Jonesboro, IN) attended the unveiling of the new Mustang on Sunday, Nov. 17 in Los Angeles, California. The new product launch, an exclusive event for media and influencers, featured the newest Mustang model—Mustang Mach-E—and the history behind it. The car will not appear on showroom floors until late 2020. “It was an honor to be invited to this event and have the opportunity to be on the front end of a product
Harts Shoes Voted Grant County's Greatest Shoe Store
Harts Shoes Voted Grant County's Greatest Shoe Store (view here)
Marion Police Dept. Awarded Speed Detectors through a Grant
MPD Awarded Speed Detectors through a Grant press release may be found at this link: https://cityofmarion.in.gov/news-events/mpd-awarded-speed-detectors-through-a-grant or through the attached document (view here)
Four Indiana Wesleyan University students place at national singing competition
Four Indiana Wesleyan University music students (pictured here) competed and placed at the National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS) Competition held on Saturday, Nov. 2 at Indiana State University. NATS is the largest organization of professional singing teachers in the world with more than 7,000 members around the world. Each year, NATS sponsors a competition in which students of member teachers may participate. The competition is organized into categories based on age and length of study
