By: Wendy Weichenthal I am proud to vote for Marion, Ohio, in the Strongest Town Competition. Why Marion? Because I believe in Marion and in the resilience, cooperation and creativity of this community. Growing up in Marion, I enjoyed biking through my neighborhoods and stopping at the Isaly Shoppe. My mother helped students from all […]
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Berwick Pizza & Subs: Serving Up Tons of Toppings and Unique Flavor Combinations
Austin Buckland of Green Camp says he had a childhood worthy of Willy Wonka. “It was so much fun growing up here! The saying may be, ‘Like a kid in a candy store,’ but I was fortunate enough to be ‘the kid in a pizza shop!’ As a little boy in the kitchen, it was […]
Marion Competing in Strongest Town Competition
The Marion Community is going head-to-head with 15 other North American cities in the 10th Annual Strongest Town Contest. Marion has advanced to the Sweet-Sixteen this week and needs everyone in Marion, in Ohio, and around the country to cast their vote for us! In this bracket-style voting tournament, Marion will compete for the “Strongest […]
100-Year-Old World War II Veteran Shares Secret to a Long Life
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 […]
