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Tuesday, July 22, 2025
Contacts: Pam Downing, Director of Communications pam.downing@indwes.edu Indiana Wesleyan University Awarded Collegiate Purple Star of Indiana Indianapolis (July 18) – Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU) has been awarded the inaugural Collegiate Purple Star of Indiana (CPSI) by the Indiana Commission for Higher Education and the Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs (IDVA). The CPSI ...read more
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Tuesday, July 22, 2025
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Tuesday, July 22, 2025
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Tuesday, July 22, 2025
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Tuesday, July 22, 2025
Marching Giants offer free community show as they prep for State Fair Band Day   The Marching Giants will once again be offering the local community a chance to enjoy their show for free! This year’s show is "Milkshakes and Heartbreaks", featuring the music of Jerry Lee Lewis, Elvis Presley, and Olivia Newton-John. Join in on the fun as the band takes you to the 26th Street Diner! The band is ...read more
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Tuesday, July 22, 2025
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Tuesday, July 22, 2025
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Tuesday, July 22, 2025
We’re excited to offer virtual registration for the 2025–2026 dance season — available now and easier than ever.Register Here – https://bit.ly/CSDSRegistrationPrefer to register in person? Join us:Tonight – July 18 at the Upland Park | 5–6 PM Saturday, August 2 at the studio | 11 AM–4 PM(7 E Washington St, Upland, IN)Register by August 2 to lock in the $15 early bird fee!After that, the ...read more
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Wednesday, July 16, 2025
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Wednesday, July 16, 2025
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Wednesday, July 16, 2025
IDEM will be hosting several, free, virtual Lunch and Learns that provide companies with the support and resources to increase their efficiency and improve their health, safety, and environmental standards. The first session will cover best management practices for air compressors and takes place Wednesday, July 23rd from 12-12:30 p.m. Registration Link: https://bit.ly/4l529HQPollution Prevention ...read more
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Wednesday, July 16, 2025
First Farmers Bank & Trust Supports Fairmount Police K9 Unit with Community Donation CONVERSE, Ind. (July 16, 2025) — First Farmers Bank & Trust is proud to support the Fairmount Police Department’s K9 Unit with a community donation that will help provide critical equipment for K9 Ruger, the department’s newest addition. The donation will assist with the purchase of a K9 Heat Alarm System and a ...read more
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Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Time & Location Jul 24, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM The Hostess House, 723 W 4th St, Marion, IN 46952, USA About the event Cooking Class with Chef Shane Join us for a fun, interactive, and delicious experience that promises to be a grand slam! No matter which team holds your heart, you'll leave with new skills, fantastic recipes, and a renewed appreciation for the rich culinary landscape of ...read more
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Tuesday, July 15, 2025
 Hey Baby, they're playing our song! August 13, 2025     One of the most beloved and respected Chicago bands ever to explode onto the national scene, The Buckinghams’ live concerts pack power into 60s pop rock. Bringing back great memories with their chart-topping 60s hits, The Buckinghams include 70s favorites in concert, electrifying audiences with dynamic vocals and solid harmonies. Since ...read more
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Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Onsite registration help available 7/24 and 7/29Any MCS families who have questions or need assistance can get in-person help at Marion High School during these help hours! Marion Community Schools is looking ahead to a great school year, with our first student day set for Aug. 6. But we need our families’ help to finalize our plans!  It is very important for all MCS families to confirm their ...read more
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Tuesday, July 15, 2025
How Marion Works Ep. 14 - "Bringing Waves to the City," ft. Splash HouseShareemailfacebooklinkedin Jul 14, 2025  |  Web Administrator Find the lat­est episode of ​“How Mar­i­on Works” on your favorite plat­form through this link:https://​www​.buz​zsprout​.com/244… All episodes includ­ing this one are also found at:https://​how​mar​i​on​works​.com/dow… #how­mar­i­on­works Pro­duced by ...read more
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Tuesday, July 15, 2025
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Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Explore the Enigmatic World of the “Unicorn of the Sea” at Minnetrista’s Newest Exhibition, Narwhal: Revealing an Arctic Legend  July 11, 2025 Muncie, IN—Dive into the icy depths of the Arctic this summer at Minnetrista Museum & Gardens with Narwhal: Revealing an Arctic Legend, a captivating traveling exhibition from the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service (SITES) in ...read more
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Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Save the Date for National Night Out! 8/5/25Shareemailfacebooklinkedin Jul 11, 2025  |  Web Administrator Save the date of Tues­day, August 5th, 2025, for Nation­al Night Out! This free evening event occurs nation­al­ly on the same date, bring­ing police offi­cers and the com­mu­ni­ty togeth­er for a night of fun. Stay tuned for more details, but for now, please mark your calendar!What is ...read more
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Tuesday, July 15, 2025
PRESS RELEASE Simulation activities lead to innovation award for IUK professor KOKOMO, Ind. — It’s like the Model UN — but with aliens. Students in an Indiana University Kokomo political science class gained hands-on experience in problem solving, negotiation, research, collaboration, and more through “Operation Vanguard,” a simulation activity led by Andy Tuholski, assistant professor of ...read more
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Tuesday, July 15, 2025
PRESS RELEASE Indiana University Kokomo thought leaders to share expertise at the first-ever IU Economic Development Summit KOKOMO, Ind. — Experts from Indiana University Kokomo will be part of an event next month highlighting IU’s research, partnerships, and initiatives that impact economic development by fostering business growth, talent development, and community resilience. Leah Nellis, ...read more
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Tuesday, July 15, 2025
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Tuesday, July 15, 2025
AMPLIFY MARION HEADLINER: KARLEY SCOTT COLLINSShareemailfacebooklinkedin Jul 10, 2025  |  Web Administrator AMPLI­FY MAR­I­ON HEAD­LIN­ER: KAR­LEY SCOTT COLLINSRis­ing coun­try artist Kar­ley Scott Collins is mak­ing waves with her pow­er­ful voice and raw, self-writ­ten songs, earn­ing spots on CMT’s Next Women of Coun­try and Mar­tin Guitar’s 2025 Artist Show­case. Fol­low­ing her acclaimed ...read more
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Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Victoria Vath Earns Sage 100 Certification DWD Technology Group (DWD) is pleased to announce that Victoria Vath has successfully  passed her Sage 100 Certified Technical Consultant Certification Exam. We’re proud of the hard work and discipline displayed by Victoria to achieve this certification. As one of DWD’s Sage 100 team members, she will be able to better assist clients. Please join us in ...read more
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Tuesday, July 15, 2025
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Tuesday, July 15, 2025
CSA Summer Art Camps Kick Off Next Week!Spots Still Available for a Summer Full of Creativity and Fun Marion, IN — The Community School of the Arts (CSA) is excited to announce that its 2025 Summer Art Camps begin next week, with programs for students of all ages in visual arts, dance, music, and theatre. These one-of-a-kind camps offer young artists the chance to explore their creativity, ...read more
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Tuesday, July 15, 2025
 Experience the Magic of Live Music at Gas City Performing Arts Center!  Montgomery Gentry featuring Eddie Montgomery is coming October 10, 2025!   Something to be proud of  Daddy won't sell the farm  Lucky Man  She couldn't change me  Speed  My Town  Where I come from  Hell Yeah  Tickets on Sale Friday, July 11, 2025! TICKETS
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Wednesday, July 09, 2025
MCS welcomes Principal Thompson to Frances Slocum ElementaryThompson brings more than 20 years of educational experience to his new role. Marion Community Schools is pleased to announce that Adam Thompson has been named principal of Frances Slocum Elementary School. Thompson brings almost 20 years of educational experience, including work as an elementary teacher and as a district-level leader, ...read more
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Tuesday, July 08, 2025
 The Eagles Rewind ClubJoin the new Eagles Rewind Club! A Tribute Band club where you can be a part of the fun that brings music to Wabash while getting your brand in front of a variety of patrons. Limited spots available!         Every Tribute Show at the Eagles Theatre!  $500 Membership Fee Includes:Four tickets to Tribute show of choiceWith your membership you will have your business name ...read more
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Tuesday, July 08, 2025
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Tuesday, July 08, 2025
 Experience the Magic of Live Music at Gas City Performing Arts Center!  Join us for an unforgettable show with Lee Greenwood, November 14, 2025!   With seven #1 songs & 25 charted singles to his credit, choosing songs proved to be a success for Greenwood. His country hits include: “It Turns Me Inside Out”, “Ring On Her Finger Time On Her Hands”, ”She’s Lying”, “I Don’t Mind the Thorns If You’re ...read more
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Tuesday, July 08, 2025
PRESS RELEASE IU Kokomo partners with IU Southeast to support teachers of English language learners KOKOMO, Ind. — More than half of the children who attend Logansport Community Schools speak a language other than English at home. Indiana University Kokomo and its partner, IU Southeast, assist the school in meeting the needs of these students by offering teachers the opportunity to earn ...read more
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Tuesday, July 08, 2025
ARTIST ANNOUNCE­MENT! JOE L. BARNES Joe L. Barnes is a Gram­my-win­ning singer/​songwriter known for genre-blend­ing sound fus­ing Gospel, R&B, Roots, and Wor­ship. A for­mer mem­ber of Mav­er­ick City Music, he co-wrote the hit ​“Promis­es” before launch­ing a solo career with his new album ​“The Good Shep­herd,” a pow­er­ful debut inspired by Psalm 23. ​‘Joe L.’ will be the head­lin­ing ...read more
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Wednesday, July 02, 2025
Link: City of Marion, IN | Next Business Talk: 7/23/25, ft. Megan Gilmore
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Wednesday, July 02, 2025
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Tuesday, July 01, 2025
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Tuesday, July 01, 2025
PRESS RELEASE More photos here. Orchard project underway in IU Kokomo Sustainability Meadow KOKOMO, Ind. — There’s something new growing in Sustainability Meadow. Indiana University Kokomo’s Student Sustainability Council, together with faculty and community volunteers, planted 20 apple trees in the ecological restoration site as part of a long-term plan to increase campus ...read more
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Tuesday, July 01, 2025
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Tuesday, July 01, 2025
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Tuesday, July 01, 2025
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Tuesday, July 01, 2025
PRESS RELEASE IUK launches new three-year business degree KOKOMO, Ind. — Indiana University Kokomo students can now fast track their future by earning a business degree in three years. IU Kokomo will debut a three-year Bachelor of Science in Business degree program July 1, offering students an accelerated path to their careers. “It’s the same highly respected IU degree, with the same ...read more
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Tuesday, July 01, 2025
Amplify Marion Artist Announcement: SCOOT TEASLEYShare ARTIST ANNOUNCE­MENT! SCOOT TEASLEY Ris­ing star Scoot Teasley is mak­ing his mark in the Coun­try music scene, fea­tured on the cov­er of Spotify’s Fresh Finds Coun­try playlist, named a TIDAL Ris­ing Artist and includ­ed in Nashville Briefing’s Artists to Watch list. Hail­ing from Toc­coa, Geor­gia, Teasley har­ness­es R&B and Soul ...read more
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Tuesday, July 01, 2025
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Tuesday, July 01, 2025
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Friday, June 27, 2025
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 ...read more
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Tuesday, June 24, 2025
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Tuesday, June 24, 2025
Link: City of Marion, IN | Friendship Corner to Close for Resurfacing, 7/14-25, 2025Share
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Tuesday, June 24, 2025
6 Questions Every Smart Small Business Owner Asks (Your success may depend on how honestly you answer these) When you want to get to know someone better and have a great conversation, what do you do? You ask them questions, of course. Questions get the conversation started and they show you have an interest in the person you’re speaking with. The same is true of your business. Asking and ...read more
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Monday, June 23, 2025
PRESS RELEASE More pictures here.  Student-led FIT camp fights childhood obesity with wellness education KOKOMO, Ind. — Erika Johnson hopes to be a pediatric nurse someday. This week, she’s gained valuable experience working with children at Indiana University Kokomo’s annual FIT camp. “This is going to make me a better nurse by teaching me to deal with situations that might make me ...read more
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Monday, June 23, 2025
Congratulations to our 2025 outstanding alumni award winners! | Marion Community Schools   Marion Community Schools announces outstanding alumni award winners   Marion Community Schools is pleased to announce the 2025 inductees for the Marion High School Hall of Distinction, along with the MHS Athletics Hall of Fame and the MHS Arts Hall of Fame. All of these inductees will be honored ...read more
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Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Amplify Marion Artist Announcement: LLOYD NICKSShareemailfacebooklinkedintwitterreddit ARTIST ANNOUNCE­MENT! LLOYD NICKS2025 Gram­my Award Win­ner Lloyd Nicks is a ris­ing force in con­tem­po­rary gospel and R&B, known for his soul­ful voice and pro­lif­ic song­writ­ing root­ed in his church upbring­ing. With chart-top­ping sin­gles and crit­i­cal acclaim across major plat­forms, Nicks is ...read more
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Wednesday, June 18, 2025
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Monday, June 16, 2025
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Monday, June 16, 2025
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Wednesday, June 11, 2025
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Tuesday, May 27, 2025
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Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Check out the list of upcoming training opportunities available for FREE to Early Childhood Educators thanks to ECI TRAC! Use the individual links to register for the date you are interested in. Not an Early Childhood Educator? No problem! We offer training for any business or organization for $75/person! Contact Libby for more information: libby@thrivinggrantcounty.com Training Dates:May 10th ...read more
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Monday, April 29, 2024
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 ...read more
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Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Offering a competitive benefits package is essential to attracting and retaining the best talent. However, as the needs of employees change, so too must the benefits that employers offer. In this article, we take a look at some of the most important benefits that employers should add to their rosters in order to stay competitive.Flexible Work Hours In today's rapidly-changing world, more and ...read more
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