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Prows selected to fill vacant Marion Community School Board seat
The Marion Community Schools Board of School Trustees has selected Mary Prows to fill the District III seat left vacant by the resignation of Chuck Griffin last month. Prows was selected and sworn in at the Aug. 4 meeting of the Board. She will serve out the remainder of the current term, which ends Dec. 31 of this year. She is the Executive Director of The Training Center, an academic enrichment program offering support for local students. She earned her bachelor's degree in Management and a Master's
LifeStream Services Seeks “Friendly Callers”
Volunteer program to help senior citizens who are experiencing isolation. YORKTOWN, IN – Older adults who are experiencing increased feelings of isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic can now sign up to receive a friendly call from LifeStream Services. The Friendly Caller program pairs volunteers with isolated older adults to simply enjoy conversation and ease feelings of loneliness. Loneliness and social isolation in older adults is linked to a number of serious health conditions and an increased
Save the Date - August 25th!
Tune In on Aug. 25 at 7 pm with the Honeywell Foundation. Save the Date! August 25, 2020 at 7 pmRaising spirits & funds to benefit The Honeywell Foundation On August 25, we invite you to tune in for an online entertainment event featuring national, regional, and local talent in support of The Honeywell Foundation. It’s FREE to watch, with opportunities to donate throughout the event. Proceeds will support the Art Is
Marion High School students excel on AP exams | Marion School District
World Class Performance!https://www.marion.k12.in.us/mhs-students-excel-ap-exams Marion Giants Today, Global Giants Tomorrow!
Hands of Hope support group flyers for August
Hands of Hope support group Monday night group called Relationship Building (view jpg) and the Thursday night group called HEART (view jpg).
Cambridge Square Marion has Housing Available
If anyone is looking for housing, look up Cambridge Square Apartments.https://www.cambridgesquaremarion.com Right now, they have 8 units available.
13-24 DRIVE IN TO PRESENT AARON LEWIS, AUSTIN FRENCH DRIVE-IN TOURS
Honeywell Foundation continuing to schedule live, in-person, socially-distanced entertainment WABASH, Ind.—The 13-24 Drive In, operated by The Honeywell Foundation, is pleased to announce additional live programming following two successful, back-to-back live performances of for KING & COUNTRY. The 13-24 Drive in will bring Aaron Lewis (pictured here) and Ira Dean (pictured here) on Aug. 21 and Austin French with JJ Weeks on Aug. 23. Aaron Lewis with special guest Ira Dean on Friday, Aug. 21 at 8 p.m.
St. Paul Preschool Receives $10,000 grant to “Come Back Stronger” from Pandemic
Grant is part of statewide Come Back Stronger Fund from Early Learning Indiana Marion (July 16, 2020) – Early Learning Indiana today awarded a $10,000 grant to St. Pau lPreschool as part of the $15 million Come Back Stronger Fund, supported by Lilly Endowment, to reinforce Indiana’s supply of high-quality early learning opportunities, especially for the state’s most vulnerable children. St. Paul Preschool will use the grant funds to support safety-related expenses and challenges as it continues to serve
Marion High School students excel on AP exams
Dozens of Marion High School students’ hard work and dedication has earned them success on the College Board’s Advanced Placement exams, a notable accomplishment in any school year, but particularly impressive in a year when their classes shifted online and they had to adapt to new distance testing protocols and systems. MHS students took 15 different AP exams in the 2019-20 school year. AP exams are scored on a scale of 1 to 5. A score of 3 designates the student as “qualified” and capable of doing the
Grant County schools issue joint statement
The Grant County public schools have come together with common commitments as we plan for a return to school. We are sending you this statement on behalf of all superintendents and their schools. Please see below.July 15, 2020 Grant County families:The public school corporations of Grant County know that we are all in this challenging time together. We so appreciate the support of our families and our communities. And while we all enjoy the friendly rivalries on our athletic fields and beyond, we are
PHOTOGRAPHERS WANTED: CLARK GALLERY TO HOST 2020 PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW
PHOTOGRAPHERS WANTED: CLARK GALLERY TO HOST 2020 PHOTOGRAPHY SHOWDecades-old annual tradition to be on display August 19 WHO: Honeywell Center Clark Gallery WHAT: 2020 Photography Show sponsored by Harmon Photography WHERE: Honeywell Center 257 W. Market St. Wabash, Ind. 46992 WHEN: Wednesday, Aug. 19 – Wednesday, Sept. 23 WHY: The Photography Show is the largest competition of
MGH SUSPENDING SERVICES AT UPLAND LOCATION
Effective July 9, 2020, Marion General Hospital will suspend services at the Upland location. Medical provider access is available through MGH’s comprehensive network of highly skilled primary care providers. If you need to schedule an appointment with an MGH provider, please call the access line at 765.660.6444 Locations available for outpatient diagnostic laboratory services will include: MGH Diagnostics – Gas City4781 S. Kay Bee Dr., Gas City, INMonday – Friday 8am -12pm, 1pm – 5pmPh:
Two Marion Men Honored with “Citizens Life Saving Award” by MFD for Heroic Actions
(MARION, IN) July 8th, 2020 – Two courageous young men were honored at the Marion Common Council meeting on July 7th, 2020, for life-saving and selfless actions in pulling a man out of a burning home in Marion on the afternoon of June 21st, 2020. The Marion Fire Department, led by Chief Paul David, presented Mr. Trevionte Smith and Mr. Marcus Harvey with plaques commending them for their bravery. The two men risked their lives for one of a complete stranger. The City of Marion is proud of these two local
IWU Joins Common App for 2020-2021 Application Season
Beginning August 1, 2020, new freshmen and transfer students applying to Indiana Wesleyan University (Marion) will have the ability to do so through the Common App. Common App is a non-profit member organization dedicated to access, equity, and integrity in the college admissions process. By participating in the Common App, IWU will be able to offer a streamlined college application experience for students interested in applying to multiple institutions. Through the Common App, students and those who
LifeStream Accepting Applications for Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program Vouchers
Vouchers for the Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) are available through LifeStream Services until supplies run out. Vouchers are provided by the state at limited quantities, and will be distributed on a first come first serve basis. Those interested in receiving SFMNP vouchers will need to apply by calling LifeStream Services at 800-589-1121. Submitting an application does not guarantee the applicant will qualify to receive vouchers. Applications are sent to the state office. Those who
YMCA Happenings
Golf Camp – This is for 9 years old up to high school seniors. Swim Lessons Start date August 3rd registration open July 1st Lessons every Monday-Wednesday and Saturday for 7 weeks Members- $21 Non-members- $45 Volleyball Teams forming – This would be great competition between businesses
Daddy Daughter Dance Cancelled
ANNOUNCEMENT: 2020 DADDY DAUGHTER DANCE CANCELED This year’s Daddy Daughter Dance has officially been canceled. The annual event which normally takes place at the Garden House each spring had been postponed until further notice, but due to continued health precautions, the event will not be rescheduled this year. Please contact Rose Cadena for refunds at 765.382.3761 or rcadena@cityofmarion.in.gov. Thank you.
Bowen Center looking to fill 115 positions
Bowen Center looking to fill 115 positionsin northern and central Indiana (INDIANA – July 6, 2020) As Bowen Center continues a period of rapid growth, it is actively seeking to fill 115 jobs in northern and central Indiana. As the largest Community Mental Health Center in the state, the majority of the positions are for Skills Coaching. “Skills Coaches and Skills Technicians (Case Managers) help patients live successful lives by providing training and support,” said Cheryl Shepherd, Bowen Center Director
Indiana Wesleyan University Joins Common App for 2020-2021 Application Season
Beginning August 1, 2020, new freshmen and transfer students applying to Indiana Wesleyan University (Marion) will have the ability to do so through the Common App. Common App is a non-profit member organization dedicated to access, equity, and integrity in the college admissions process. By participating in the Common App, IWU will be able to offer a streamlined college application experience for students interested in applying to multiple institutions. Through the Common App, students and those who
Purdue Extension offers At Home Heroes
Information about an upcoming program that Purdue Extension Area 8 Health & Human Sciences Educators are offering. This program is titled At Home Heroes (view pdf). At Home Heroes is a virtual program that shares basic home skills for children and their guardians. As children begin to spend more time at home alone, this series will offer knowledge and tools to help address some of the needs many families have under the current situation. At Home Heroes will help provide information in topics such as:
Indiana COVID-19 Rental Assistance Program
Indiana COVID-19 Rental Assistance Program Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb announced on June 24, 2020 the Indiana COVID-19 Rental Assistance Program. This program is designed to help Indiana renters whose income has been adversely affected by COVID-19 avoid eviction by providing up to $2,000 in assistance to help cover monthly rent payments or late fees.The application to apply will be available online beginning on July 13, 2020 at 9:00 am EST. (view English pdf) (view Spanish pdf)
Indiana Wesleyan University Math Ed alum named Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Fellow
Indiana Wesleyan University alum Kelly Day ‘09 (pictured here) has been named a 2020-21 Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Fellow. She is one of 15 K-12 science, engineering and mathematics (STEM) teachers from across the country to be given the honor. The Fellows will spend 11 months serving in a federal agency or U.S. Congressional offices in Washington, D.C., engaged in the national STEM education arena. Day will work with the Department of Energy (DOE). One of Day’s roles at the DOE will allow
IU Kokomo Golf Outing
IU Kokomo Golf Outing (click here for brochure)http://www.iuk.edu/golfouting
