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Marion Community School Athletics News: Giants all-season passes go on sale 8/3
The 2021-2022 All-Season Marion Community Schools Athletic Pass and the Giant Pass will go on sale at the Marion High School Athletic Department office beginning on Tuesday, Aug. 3. The Athletic Department office will be open next week as follows for you to purchase your pass:Tuesday , Aug. 3: 9 to 11 a.m.; 1 to 3 p.m.; 5 to 7 p.m.Wednesday, Aug. 4: 9 to 11 a.m.; 1 to 3 p.m.Thursday, Aug. 5: 9 to 11 a.m.; 1 to 3 p.m.Friday, Aug. 6: 9 a.m. to noonTo purchase your Giant Pass or All-Season Pass, please come
MHS students excel on AP exams, even during pandemic
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 the second straight school year made more challenging because of the pandemic.MHS students took more than a dozen different AP exams in the 2020-21 school year. Across the state and around the globe, passing rates dipped quite a bit during the second school year affected by the pandemic. But in
Be a Part of a Honeywell Show!
Honeywell Arts & Entertainment accepting applications for volunteer ushers WABASH, Ind.—From the time guests set foot on Honeywell properties to the time they take their seat for a show, they are met at each turn with smiling faces eager to help, thanks to Honeywell volunteers. With the full return of live indoor programming in 2021, Honeywell Arts & Entertainment is accepting volunteer applications, with special need for theater ushers to assist with shows. An integral role in the guest experience,
SR 22 Upland Bridge and Road Reconstruction Project, Des 1800168 - Notice of Planned Improvement
SR 22 Legal Notice of Planned Improvement (see pdf)
Clark Gallery Photography Show: Call for Entries
WABASH, Ind.—The Honeywell Center Clark Gallery will begin accepting entries for the annual Photography Show on Monday, Aug. 23, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Photographers of all ages and experience levels are encouraged to enter. An offering of Honeywell Arts & Entertainment, the exhibit will be on display in the Clark Gallery and virtually via HoneywellArts.org Aug. 25 through Sept. 27. The show has three categories: altered images, color, and black and white (including sepia tones). Participants may
YOU'RE INVITED: Watch the MHS Marching Giants for FREE on 8/5!
The Marching Giants are off to a great start on the Central Indiana Track Show Association (CITSA) summer competition circuit, with one top 10 award already in hand. Now YOU have the opportunity to watch their award-winning field show “To The Summit” for free right here at Marion High School! The free community show is set for 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 5, at Dick Lootens Stadium. The Marching Giants would like to invite all Marion Community Schools families, staff, and the entire community to come out and
Central Indiana Ethanol Donates $52,000 toward Foam Truck for MFD
(MARION, IN) July 16th, 2021 – Central Indiana Ethanol (CIE) has made a generous donation to the Marion Fire Department responding to a need for a Foam Truck to effectively fight petroleum-based fires. CIE presented a check (pictured here) to MFD on Friday, July 16th, in the amount of $52,000 toward the purchase. A Compressed Air Foam System (CAFS) improves the fire-extinguishing capabilities of water, enhancing efficiency and reducing water usage. Foam is needed more and more to fight many types of fires
Marion JROTC Cadet Yancey excels at National Championship
(pictured here) Marion High School JROTC Cadet Alysa Yancey prepares her equipment prior to shooting in the Civilian Marksmanship Program’s Air Rifle National Championship. This was Yancey’s sixth national competition this year. She finished an amazing 23rd from a field of 183 of the very best shooters from across the country who were invited to attend this competition. (Photo provided by Marion Community Schools)Marion High School JROTC Cadet Alysa “Muffet” Yancey is quickly becoming a nationally known
Home Repairs Program
I’m reaching out to tell you about a Home Repair program: the Owner Occupied Rehabilitation (OOR) program. This program is a partnership between the City of Marion and Affordable Housing Corporation to assist local homeowners – specifically those who are elderly, veterans, and disabled – to help with expensive and necessary repairs on their homes. This program – named Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation (“OOR”) – provides up to $25,000 per home to address conditions in the home that, if left unattended, would
Clark Gallery Exhibit Presents Rich Contributions of Latino Artists
Clark Gallery Exhibit Presents Rich Contributions of Latino Artists“Artes Latinas in Wabash” features six professional artists and Wabash County students WABASH, Ind.—“Artes Latinas in Wabash,” on display July 15 – Aug. 22 in the Honeywell Center Clark Gallery, presents the rich and varied contributions of Latino artists. Born from the desire to connect communities and demonstrate life as a Midwesterner from unique perspectives, the visual art exhibition is a collaboration of Honeywell Arts & Entertainment,
Honeywell Arts & Entertainment August Events
Honeywell Arts & Entertainment August Events (see flyer)
Northwest Bancshares, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2021 Earnings and Quarterly Dividend
PRESS RELEASE OF NORTHWEST BANCSHARES, INC.EARNINGS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact:Ronald J. Seiffert, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer (814) 726-2140 William W. Harvey, Jr., Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (814) 726-2140 Northwest Bancshares, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2021 Earnings and Quarterly Dividend Warren, Pennsylvania — July 26, 2021 Northwest Bancshares, Inc. (the "Company") (NasdaqGS: NWBI) announced net income for the quarter ended
Crowdfunding Campaign Goals Exceeded by Habitat For Humanity & Community School of the Arts
(Marion, IN – July 26, 2021) The Community Foundation of Grant County is excited to announce both crowdfunding campaign goals launched back in May of 2021 exceeded their goals. Habitat for Humanity of Grant County (Habitat) and Community School of the Arts (CSA) launched their campaigns on May 17th. Crowdfunding is when a large group of people pool their resources together to support a worthy charitable cause. Every donation helped in meeting these crowdfunding goals. And all donations raised will be
Grant-Blackford Mental Health Inc. Hosting Summer Celebration w/Ribbon Cutting
Grant-Blackford Mental Health Inc. Hosting Summer Celebration w/Ribbon Cutting (see invitation)
Kingdom Roofing Systems Ribbon Cutting
Join us at their Ribbon Cutting for the new headquarters of Kingdom Roofing Systems! (see invitation)
Family Service Society, Inc. to begin free Parent Connect Group
Marion, IN (July 19, 2021) - Family Service Society, Inc. (FSSI) invites you to an informational meeting August 4, 2021 at 6 P.M. at 101 South Washington St. Marion, IN 46952. The meeting will discuss the upcoming FREE Parent Connect Group (see flyer). Parent Connect is a group meeting for parents and/or caregivers – relatives, custodians, and/or foster parents- who would like to improve their relationship with their preteens and teens. Adolescence can be a stressful time as youth strive for greater
Partnership BLOOMS Huge Success for Grant County
The Marion-Grant County Chamber of Commerce and the United Way of Grant County partnered to host BLOOM2021 in the Gardens of Matter Park on Thursday, June 24th. The event, initially planned for 2020, was created by Chamber CEO Kylie Jackson and United Way Director Alicia Hazelwood. “Kylie and I both wanted to engage and encourage all the amazing women we know in Grant County. From high school leaders with ideas and energy to leading executives that are looking to share and mentor those around them,” said
East Central Indiana collecting project ideas for state grant application
Local communities, businesses and non-profits are encouraged to collaborate and submit project ideas that will have a regional impact by July 30, 2021. The East Central Indiana Regional Partnership (ECIRP), in partnership with local governments, economic development organizations and anchor institutions, is in the process of preparing a Regional Development Plan. This regional planning process, which includes Blackford, Delaware, Grant, Henry, Jay, Randolph and Wayne counties, will identify strategic
Habitat for Humanity to use $25k for Newly Launched Critical Repair Program
(see flyer) (Marion, IN – July 14th, 2021) The United Way of Grant County Inc has awarded $25,000 from the second COVID-19 Economic Relief Initiative (ERI) grant to Habitat for Humanity of Grant County (Habitat) for critical home repairs and renovations. The funds will be benefit very low to low income individuals and families living in Grant County who need critical repairs or modifications to their homes. “Homeowners will contribute a percentage of the cost of repairs, and we will focus on
Ivy Tech CC Marion Campus Serves Local High School Students through Dual Credit Program
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Ivy Tech Community College Marion recognized 5,766 credits earned by high school students through dual credit in the 2020-21 academic year, saving local families more than $860,000 in tuition. The College also recognized students that earned 91 credentials, including the Indiana College Core, Certified Nursing Aide Certificates, Industrial Electrical Certificates, and Human Services Technical Certificates. “At a time where there are critical workforce needs, we are excited to
Beacon Credit Union Announces Jaime Alter Named Mortgage Loan Originator
PERU, IN – Beacon Credit Union is pleased to announce the appointment of Jaime Alter (pictured here) as Mortgage Loan Originator at its Peru Office located at 904 W. Main St. She will be serving the needs of Grant, Jackson and surrounding counties. Alter demonstrates a keen knowledge of real estate laws, regulations, and policies and uses her proficiencies in financial counseling to provide members with the best mortgage loan options available to them. As a Mortgage Loan Originator, Alter will be
Aperion Care Marion Open House
Aperion Care Marion Open House (view here)
Honeywell Arts & Entertainment Announces New Shows
Live Events | Dining Events | Education | Gift Cards Tickets go on sale Fri. July 16 at 10 am! Melissa EtheridgeWed. Sept. 29 at 7:30 pmHoneywell CenterMelissa Etheridge stormed onto the rock scene in 1988 with the release of her critically acclaimed self-titled debut album. She hit her stride in 1993 with Yes I Am, her fourth album which featured the hits "I'm the Only One" and "Come to My Window." Etheridge’s latest album, One Way Out, will be released in September, just in time for her fall
Looking for great music education? You should be at Marion Community Schools!
Did you know that Marion Community Schools has one of the top music programs in the state? It’s true! Every year, the Indiana State School Music Association awards only a select few schools with their Total Department All Music Award. And in the 2020-21 school year, the music departments at Marion High School and McCulloch Junior High School both earned this prestigious award! Every year, ISSMA hosts several competitions for music students in the state. The All Music Awards are the culmination of those
Family Service Society, Inc. to hold Annual Circle of Friends with Ignite Speaker, Lee Prosenjak
Marion, IN (July 6, 2021) - Family Service Society, Inc. (FSSI) hosts the 17th Annual Circle of Friends event, presented by Charlie and Bernie Wallace on Tuesday, August 17, 2021 at Indiana Wesleyan University’s Barnes Student Center*. The event is from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., and will feature keynote speaker, Lee Prosenjak [pronounced: Pro-Sin-Jack]. Circle of Friends is the second largest fundraiser of the year and is critical for aiding Family Service Society, Inc.’s ability to meet the needs of
Marion-Grant County Senior Center to host Ice Cream Social
The Marion-Grant County Senior Center is having a special event in August. On August 11th, attendees can get the "Real Scoop" on worry free living after 65. A special Ice Cream Social will be held at the Center located at 503 South Gallatin Street from 1:30 to 3:30 P.M., hosted by Ness Brothers, Teri Pollett-Hinkle, The Wyndmoor and Marion-Grant County Senior Center.
Cancer Services 2021 Golf Scramble
Cancer Services 2021 Golf Scramble (view pdf)
