What started as a childhood dream of digging through ancient ruins has turned into a blooming small business for Waldo resident Elizabeth Lee. Once a professional archaeologist with degrees in archaeology and early American history, Lee now grows vibrant, chemical-free flowers at Frontier Farm Flowers, a flourishing micro-farm nestled in Marion County. Falling in Love […]
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Marion Area Chamber of Commerce: Supporting Marion’s Growth
For 110 years, the Marion Area Chamber of Commerce (MACC) has worked to support local businesses and grow our community. With 649 members, it represents small start-ups, major manufacturers and nonprofits. “We represent 60% of the businesses in Marion County and 80% of Marion’s workforce. We do not exist without our members,” said Heidi Jones, […]
Tourism Brings Millions of Dollars to Marion County
On a recent Saturday night, the G&R in Waldo was packed for fried bologna sandwiches and mile-high slices of pie. However, there were only two local license plates. All of the rest were outside of Marion County. Those visitors, along with many others, make a tremendous impact on Marion’s economy. In 2023, direct visitor spending […]
Daddy’s Barn Pickins: A Labor of Love
The Puckett family of Waldo loved looking for antiques and other treasurers in attics, barns, and homes. “They always went picking as a side hustle,” said Paula Getter, daughter of Paul and Nada Puckett. “They set up at the Marion flea market for years. They had the whole back room.” The couple was married for […]
