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GRCRM Meal & Shelter Updates
Our meals will be on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day from Noon-2pm again. (We also serve three meals a day, 365 days a year.) Warming Center - On the warming shelter, if it is below 32 degrees, we allow people to warm themselves in the kitchen from the opening of breakfast (6:30am) through the close of dinner (5:30pm). Cold Weather Emergency Shelter - If it is below 0 degrees, we allow people to come in and stay on cots in the cafeteria. (We do have long-term sheltering options in clean and sober spaces
Kelley School of Business Experts Present Annual Economic Forecast
PRESS RELEASE More photos here Kelley School of Business experts present annual economic forecast KOKOMO, Ind. — Indiana University experts forecast growth in the national economy for 2026, but warn that slowing business investment and tariff policies could weaken that growth. Panelists presented the annual Futurecast 2026 economic outlook Tuesday at Indiana University Kokomo. Kyle Anderson, clinical assistant professor of economics, Mark Frolich, associate professor of operations management; Alan
Radiant Health Welcomes Dr. Syed Mumtaz, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
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MHS Musicians Selected for Prestigious All-State Ensembles
MHS musicians selected for prestigious all-state ensemblesPerformances at IMEA annual conference provides statewide recognition for MCS music programs. Three Marion High School musicians have been selected for prestigious all-state honor ensembles that will perform at the Indiana Music Educators Association’s upcoming annual conference. For the third year in a row, Marion High School junior Madelynn Boogar has been selected for the IMEA All-State Percussion Ensemble. This ensemble has a highly
Second Harvest Food Bank Tailgate Distributions
For Immediate Release Media Contact: C.S. Hendershot, Director of Fundraising & Development Second Harvest Food Bank of ECI, Inc. www.CureHunger.org Email address: chendershot@curehunger.org Second Harvest Food Bank of ECI Announces Tailgate Food Distributions November 24 - November 30 November 18, 2025 MUNCIE, IN–Second Harvest Food Bank announces the following Tailgate Food Distribution events. Grant County Tuesday, November 25 - 10 AM Five Points Mall, 1129 N Baldwin Ave,
Business Talk Breakfast at Lolas' at the Inn, 11/24/25
Business Talk Breakfast at Lolas' at the Inn, 11/24/25Shareemailfacebooklinkedintwitterreddit Nov 14, 2025 | Web Administrator RSVP Link: https://bit.ly/4bR8rY6Contact Us
McCulloch Jazz Choir to be Featured During IMEA State Conference
McCulloch jazz choir to be featured during IMEA state conferenceJazz choir joins several other singers selected to perform with honor choirs. McCulloch Junior High’s jazz choir has been selected to perform for educators from across the state at the Indiana Music Education Association’s upcoming annual conference. The jazz choir has been working hard on eight pieces of music for this special performance, set for 10:30 a.m. Jan. 17 at the Allen County Public Library Theater. Jazz choir members
Vita of Marion Collecting Toys for Thriving Grant County Now-Dec. 2
Pregnancy Help Center New Location Dec. 1
Christmas at The Carnegie Nov. 22
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Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Finalists Announced
Press Release Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Finalists Announced Grant County, IN — The Community Foundation of Grant County is pleased to recognize six local high school seniors as Grant County finalists for the prestigious Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship. Two of the finalists will be selected as 2026 Lilly Endowment Community Scholars. The two scholars will each receive a full-tuition scholarship to pursue a baccalaureate degree at any accredited public or private Indiana college or
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Community School of the Arts Announces Holiday Production of Jacob Marley’s Christmas Carol
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Community School of the Arts Announces Holiday Production of Jacob Marley’s Christmas Carol MARION, IN — The Community School of the Arts (CSA) proudly announces its upcoming holiday production of Jacob Marley’s Christmas Carol, a captivating and imaginative re-telling of a beloved classic. Directed by Ryan Akers, this production will be performed at the James Dean Memorial Theater at the CSA Civic Theatre building over two weekends: December 5–7 and December 12–14, 2025. Written
Family Movie Day ''Elf'' at The GCPAC Nov 22
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$100,000 in Proactive Grants Awarded to Local Food Programs
Press Release Together We Can Feed Grant County $100,000 in Proactive Grants Awarded to Local Food Programs Grant County, IN — The Community Foundation of Grant County awarded $100,000 in proactive grants—$25,000 each—to four local organizations on the frontlines of fighting hunger in our community: · St. Martin Community Center · Grant County Rescue Mission · The Salvation Army of Marion · Meals on Wheels of Grant County These grants come at a critical time for families and individuals across
Child Care Shortages Cost Grant County Employers $17.4M a Year
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2025 Child Care Shortages Cost Grant County Employers $17.4M a Year New plan outlines solutions to fill 1,696 child care seats, stabilize Grant County’s workforce, economy MARION, Ind. (Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2025)—A new countywide analysis reveals that Grant County employers are losing an estimated $17.4 million every year due to child care-related absences and turnover, according to the newly released Greater Grant County Strategic Action Plan Report,
Getting Your Business Holiday Ready in 5 Simple Steps
Getting Your Business Holiday Ready in 5 Simple Steps It’s officially that time of year where you have to keep looking at the calendar because it’s so hard to believe how quickly time is going or as we like to say—it’s Blurvember. The holidays have a way of sneaking up on even the most prepared businesses. One minute you’re stocking fall candles and the next you’re wondering where the extra rolls of gift wrap went. This is the moment to tighten things up so you can enjoy the revenue boost without
Christmas in the Air at The GCPAC Dec. 17
It's never too early to plan Christmas Fun! Christmas in the Air is a first-class family ‘snow globe come to life’ experience, featuring a cast of awe-inspiring synchronized high-kicking Rockette-style dancers, along with world-class singers and actors. The lobby will be beautifully decorated for the season, creating the perfect festive atmosphere. Enjoy the cheerful melodies of Christmas carolers and get into the holiday spirit. Bring the whole family along for some memorable photos! Tickets Do you
Marion Students Selected for Prestigious All-State Ensembles
Marion students selected for prestigious all-state ensemblesSingers will perform at Indiana Music Education Association’s annual conference. Ten Marion Community Schools singers have been selected to perform in prestigious all-state honor ensembles at the Indiana Music Education Association’s upcoming annual conference. At McCulloch Junior High, the following eighth-graders were selected to participate in the IMEA All State Middle School Honor Choir:Miles ContrerasAntonio CruzMyla DunstonCecilia
FUMC Christmas Craft Fair Nov. 8
Marion Students Chosen for Regional Honor Bands
ntNews and UpdatesStudent/Family Support ServicesDepartmentsSchool BoardAlumniDistrict CalendarSchoolsSearchSearch25 Marion students chosen for regional honor bandsIBA All-District and All-Region concerts set at Walton Center Twenty-five Marion Community Schools band students have been selected for regional honor ensembles this fall. And Marion Community Schools is proud to host two of these honor ensembles right here in Marion this month! IBA All-Region Honor Band First up will be the Indiana
Bowling for Books Auction Silent Auction Live thru Nov. 1
Story Bowling for Books Silent Auction: In celebration of reading and equal access to quality books, Classroom Connections of ECI is holding a Silent Auction to raise operational funds to support our year-round distribution of 50,000+ children’s books to the most vulnerable early learners, K-12 classrooms and out-of-school time programs in East Central Indiana. We empower teachers and enhance success in students. The Silent Auction goes live, Wednesday, October 29th at 8 am and ends Saturday, November
Future Teachers Receive Prestigious State Scholarships
PRESS RELEASE Hannah Middlesworth, left; Sydney Colescott, Lexi Closson, and Valeria Cortes Future teachers receive prestigious state scholarships KOKOMO, Ind. — Four Indiana University Kokomo freshmen are among nearly 300 future teachers awarded Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarships. Lexi Closson, Sydney Colescott, Valeria Cortes, and Hannah Middlesworth each received a renewable scholarship of up to $10,000 per year, or up to $40,000 total, from the Indiana Commission for Higher
2025 Marion Citywide Cleanup Total Impact
2025 Citywide Cleanup Total ImpactShareemailfacebooklinkedin Oct 23, 2025 | Web Administrator We’ve tallied up April through September stats from the 2025 Citywide Cleanups! Thank you for all your support and participation this year! Citywide Cleanups
Downtown Marion Christmas Window Decorating Contest Info
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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.
Upcoming Skill Trainings at Ivy+ Tech Career Link, Marion
&##128197; Upcoming Skills Trainings Listed by start date. NEW!&##128161; Introduction to AI Providing a comprehensive foundation to Artificaial Intelligence (AI), empowering people to work confidently with AI tools, systems and methodologies across diverse professional settings. You’ll learn to:Define the scope, disciplines, terminology, key concepts and systems of AIDevelop AI-ready data strategies that integrate diverse data typesAnalyze the components of the AI ecosystemIllustrate the complete
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
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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
