Jim Hedge of Marion is still going strong after celebrating his 100th birthday on Feb. 21. The former Navy sailor says the secret to his longevity is “clean living. No drugs, alcohol or smoking. Stay young in spirit and do healthy things. Early to be bed, early to rise!” 100th Birthday A Big Celebration Hedge […]
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Huber Family Shaped Marion
Marion was a small community of about 2,000 people when inventor Edward Huber and his wife, Elizabeth, came to Marion to build a revolutionary invention in 1865. The move accelerated Marion’s growth and development which their son, Frank, continued. “In my opinion, the Hubers were the most influential family in Marion and shaped Marion’s future […]
Active Corgi Among Fastest in the Nation
Nancy Carey’s adopted 7-month-old puppy was way more active than her six past Corgis. “Lily got into everything and was so fast I couldn’t catch her,” Carey said. “She is smart, agile and athletic with a huge herding instinct.” After many stolen socks and shredded paper towel rolls, a dog trainer suggested Carey take Lily […]
Nurse and Marathoner Left a Legacy of Health
A Marion woman died at age 92 but leaves a long legacy of health and helping patients. Nancy Cline was among the first graduating class of nurses at Marion Technical College in 1973. The family came together to help Nancy succeed. She had two children: Bill and Terry. “I was in high school. I did […]
Marion Showers “Face of 309” with Cards for Christmas
Some Marion residents may not know Thomas Mullins by name, but he is a familiar figure to many. For 18 years, Tommy has offered a friendly wave to passing cars and walkers from under his arch in front of his home, 1111 ½ East Center Street (which is also State Route 309.) In December, decorations […]
Family Business Expands With Belenos Creations
The Malone family knows hard work. “Entrepreneurs are the only people who will work 80 hours a week to avoid working 9 to 5,” says Ana Griffith-Malone with a smile. Entrepreneurship Ana started Busy B Cleaning in 2018, a premium cleaning service for commercial and industrial clients. Her oldest daughter, Breana Malone, is the operations […]
