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2026 Senior Expo with The Marion-Grant County Senior Center May 1st
2026 Senior Expo Registration Due March 31
Foustnight Retires after 10 Years following 30+ Years as a Firefighter
Foustnight Retires after 10 Years following 30+ Years as a FirefighterShareemailfacebooklinkedin Feb 23, 2026 | Web Administrator Building Commissioner, Jerry Foustnight, is officially retiring after serving ten years with the Building Department following a long career as a firefighter – serving a total of 40 ½ years with the City of Marion. Foustnight was first hired as a firefighter with the Marion Fire Department in 1977. After 30 ½ years, he retired from MFD in December
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City of Marion Launches Repayable Loan Program for Investors of Underutilized Buildings
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Huhtamaki Foundation Boosts GRCC Advanced Manufacturing Program
Huhtamaki Foundation boosts GRCC advanced manufacturing programGrant will support expansion of opportunities for area students Grant Regional Career Center is excited to be a recipient of a Huhtamaki Foundation grant of $20,000 to support their advanced manufacturing program. Huhtamaki, which operates a manufacturing facility in Marion that produces paper goods, supports community initiatives and organizations through their foundation. “Huhtamaki supports community initiatives and organizations to
Radiant Health Announces 22nd Annual Circle of Friends Fundraiser
Radiant Health Announces 22nd Annual Circle of Friends Fundraiser [Marion, IN – 2/19/26] Radiant Health will host its 22nd Annual Circle of Friends Fundraiser, on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Ivy Tech Community College – Conference Center, 261 S. Commerce Dr., Marion, IN 46953. Presented by Charlie & Bernie Wallace, this year’s event will center on the theme “Find Your Way Forward,” emphasizing not only the power of community support, but also the
IU Kokomo Offers Free Financial Aid Help at College Goal Sunday, Feb. 22
PRESS RELEASE IU Kokomo offers free financial aid help at College Goal Sunday KOKOMO, Ind. — Students and families can access scholarships and financial aid to make college affordable, with free assistance available at College Goal Sunday February 22. Financial aid experts will be available from 2 to 4 p.m. in the IU Kokomo Library, 2300 S. Washington St. Kokomo, to help families complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA is required for students to be considered for
Ivy Tech Offers Project Management Pro PMP Certification Exam Prep
Senior Expo Brunch & Learn March 7 at Cedar Creek
Marion Names Giants' Home Court in Honor of Coach Blackmon
Marion names Giants’ home court in honor of Coach Blackmon With Marion High School Coach James Blackmon retiring at the end of this basketball season as one of the school’s most successful coaches, the school is honoring him by naming his longtime home court after him. Blackmon is finishing up his 13th season as head coach of the Marion Giants. He has the second highest win total, trailing only the legendary Coach Bill Green, for whom the arena is named. His impact on Indiana basketball — which has
Walk of Hope, May 1, 2026: Registration Open
Labor Market Review: Region 3 December 2025
Your Monthly Snapshot of the Region Labor Market ReviewThe Labor Market Review contains a monthly snapshot of various labor market information in Economic Growth Region 3. This report consists of data for December 2025. Some of the data in this report includes:Labor force: employment and unemployment Consumer Price IndexUnemployment insurance claimsWARN NoticesIndiana Career Connect: applicants and job postingsIndustry employmentBureau of Labor Statistics commentaryView The ReportContact
Quarterly Reports from the IN Dept of Workforce Development
Quarterly Reports are Available Three different quarterly reports includes information on online job ads, industry sector employment and wages, and UI claimants in Economic Growth Region 6. Real-Time Job Demand Online job postings summary of real-time data including skills, certifications, and education/experience from many different online job boards.View the Report Industry Sector Snapshot A quarterly count of employment and wages by industry from the Indiana Department of
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IU Kokomo Applauds December 2025 Graduates (Including Many Grant County Residents)
PRESS RELEASE IU Kokomo applauds December 2025 graduates KOKOMO, Ind. — Indiana University Kokomo congratulates the 146 students who earned degrees in December 2025. The graduates represent 26 Indiana counties, five states, India, and Nepal. Those who earned degrees include: Alexandria Kenzie Fisher, Bachelor of Science in Nursing Kelsey E. Rhoades, Bachelor of Science in Nursing Amboy Holly Lorene Hunter, Bachelor of Science
Grant County Honor Band Concert Set for 3/17
Grant County Honor Band concert set for 3/17 Next month, some of the best young musicians in the area will gather together for a special performance as the Grant County Public High School Honor Band. The public is invited to come out and enjoy this special performance, set for Tuesday, March 17, at the Chapel Auditorium at Indiana Wesleyan University. Admission is free! The Grant County Honor Band will feature 79 of the area’s top music students, selected from each of Grant
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CSA Civic Theatre Announces First-Ever Interactive Valentine’s Season Reveal Fundraiser
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: CSA Civic Theatre Announces First-Ever Interactive Valentine’s Season Reveal Fundraiser Marion Community School of the Arts Brianna Coffing <bcoffing@chronicle-tribune.com>;Haley Anderson <haley@showmegrantcounty.com>;+17 others FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CSA Civic Theatre Announces “Love at First Act,” It's First-Ever Interactive Valentine’s Season Reveal Fundraiser Marion, Indiana — CSA Civic Theatre invites the community to fall in love with theatre
State Jobless, Labor Force Rates Better Than National Numbers
State Jobless, Labor Force Rates Better Than National Numbers The seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for Indiana in December 2025 was 3.5%, according to the Indiana Department of Workforce Development. By comparison, the national unemployment rate reported for December was 4.4%. Indiana’s labor force participation rate was 63.6%, compared to the national rate of 62.4%. This rate is the percentage of Hoosiers 16 and older who are either working or actively looking for work. Those not in the labor force
City of Marion 2026 Clean Up Dates
IUK Nurse Practitioner Students Begin Clinicals with White Coat Ceremony
PRESS RELEASE Nurse practitioner students begin clinicals with white coat ceremony KOKOMO, Ind. — As a symbol of commitment to compassionate, patient-centered health care, 13 Indiana University Kokomo family nurse practitioner (FNP) students donned their white coats for the first time in a ceremony in Kresge Auditorium. Dean Angela Opsahl welcomed the students, their families, and friends, to the ceremony that marks the clinical portion of graduate education. “These individuals are already
Students From Around Region Offer Special Concert in Marion on Feb. 14
Students from around region offer special concert in Marion on Feb. 14More than 80 Marion students will participate in Circle the State With Song at the Walton Performing Arts Center, along with hundreds of other young singers. On Feb. 14, hundreds of students from our region will gather here in Marion as part of the Indiana Music Education Association’s 37th annual Circle the State with Song festival. More than 300 talented young singers from elementaries, middle schools, and junior high schools in
Brunch & Learn Senior Expo at Cedar Creek March 7
Best Pie Contest Feb. 26 at Cedar Creek
Marion Fire Dept Calendars Available
Fairmount Offers Hometown Hero Banners, Order Through March 31
Main Street Fairmount is proud to renew our Hometown Heroes Banner Program, recognizing current and former Fairmount residents who have served or are currently serving in the United States military.Each banner:• Measures 3 ft x 5 ft• Printed in full color on durable 18oz vinyl• Displayed on Main & Washington Street for TWO years (Memorial Day–Veterans Day each year)Cost: $200 per banner sideNew this year: Every sponsor receives a FREE 9”x12” foam board print of their banner(Additional foam prints available
Hoosiers By the Lumbers Labor Market Review
Your Monthly Snapshot of the Region Labor Market ReviewThe Labor Market Review contains a monthly snapshot of various labor market information in Economic Growth Region 3. This report consists of data for November 2025. Some of the data in this report includes:Labor force: employment and unemployment Consumer Price IndexUnemployment insurance claimsWARN NoticesIndiana Career Connect: applicants and job postingsIndustry employmentBureau of Labor Statistics commentaryView The ReportContact
Purdue To Host Just In Time Career Fair on April 15th, 2026
Purdue is hosting the Just In Time Career Fair on April 15th, 2026! This is Purdue’s only career fair that welcomes all employers from all industries and provides a unique opportunity to connect with Boilermaker Talent across all majors.This is your chance to recruit and engage with top-notch Purdue Talent in hopes to fill those 'just in time' summer internships and full-time opportunities. Space is limited, so register today! For more details and information, use the registration link
Take Charge of Your Own Small Business Marketing in Greater Grant County
Small business owners in Greater Grant County often juggle operations, customer service, and community involvement—but marketing is the lever that multiplies all of those efforts. Owning your marketing doesn’t require big budgets; it requires clarity, consistency, and a willingness to test what works in your community. Learn below about: How small businesses can build simple, durable marketing habits Why understanding your audience shapes every message you put out Where local owners tend to get
Thriving Through the Surge: Smart Ways to Handle Sudden Business Growth
When a small business experiences a sudden surge in demand, the initial excitement can quickly be tempered by the reality of stretched systems, overwhelmed staff, and precarious finances. Managing rapid growth isn’t just about keeping up — it’s about making intentional choices that preserve quality, protect cash flow, and prepare the company for sustainable scaling. Unplanned expansion can strain operations, hurt customer satisfaction, and create lasting financial instability if not managed carefully.
Celtic Magic St. Patrick's Day, March 17th at The GCPAC
Prepare for the best St. Patrick's Day Party EVER! The Magic of Daniel Greenwolf is a show that takes Highly Visual Magic, Theatrical Storytelling, Exhilarating Irish Music, Interactive Comedy, & Thrilling Danger and wraps it in a Celtic Theme that has been described as “A Witty, Modern-Day Celtic Viking. Like James Joyce with a Broad Sword.” Tuesday, March 17, 2026 TICKETS GO ON SALE THIS THURSDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2025! This ALL-AGES show will start at 6:00PM with all the glory of St. Patrick's Day
How Smart Accounting Keeps Small Businesses Confident and Compliant
When you’re running a small business, financial health is just as critical as customer growth. Owners often think of accounting only in terms of compliance — filing taxes or meeting state requirements — but in reality, disciplined accounting practices provide the visibility you need to make confident growth decisions. Whether you’re hiring your first employee, taking out a line of credit, or preparing for expansion, clarity in your books removes the guesswork. Track Cash Flow Like a Daily Pulse Cash
How Smart Companies Build Bridges Across Departments
The challenge isn’t that departments don’t want to collaborate. It’s that they often don’t know how to do it meaningfully. Despite the best intentions, silos form easily and solidify over time, leaving once-fluid organizations rigid and reactive. The businesses that figure out how to breach those invisible walls—those are the ones that grow faster, solve problems quicker, and weather disruption with less drama. Interdepartmental communication isn’t just a buzzword anymore; it’s the backbone of companies
Adobe Acrobat AI Assistant: All You Have to Do Is Ask Acrobat’s Generative AI Document & PDF Tool
Adobe Acrobat has long been an invaluable tool for business owners, entrepreneurs, and employees all over the world thanks to its wide array of PDF generation and editing tools. Now, Acrobat AI Assistant offers new benefits for businesses of all sizes. Acrobat AI Assistant’s revolutionary software can transform your business with its incredible features: Content Summarization and Insights: Long documents can be overwhelming to review, especially for busy entrepreneurs. The AI Assistant can