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Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Marion Community Schools earns national STEM accreditation
Marion Community Schools is proud to announce that all of our elementary buildings have earned STEM.org Accredited™ status. This achievement gives MCS full K-4 STEM District Accreditation, confirming that all young learners in Marion now begin their education in internationally recognized, high-quality STEM environments.
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Wednesday, December 10, 2025
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Wednesday, December 10, 2025
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Interstellar comet topic of December Observatory open house
KOKOMO, Ind. — Learn more about a recently-discovered interstellar comet during the December free Observatory open house at Indiana University Kokomo on Sunday December ...read more
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Wednesday, December 10, 2025
This year, Michael Belcher, VP Senior Commercial Lender, represented First Farmers as one of the featured cooks — raising funds for CASA of Grant County and earning top recognition for his dish. He was joined and supported by team members from the Marion and Converse branches.
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Wednesday, December 10, 2025
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Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Carey Services opens sponsorship opportunities for our 2026 Denim & Diamonds event which will be held Saturday night, February 28th. Every sponsorship helps support programming, impact, and our ongoing mission, “Turning abilities into opportunities.” Your support will help to Unlock Possibilities!
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Wednesday, December 10, 2025
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Wednesday, December 03, 2025
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Wednesday, December 03, 2025
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Community School of the Arts Announces Holiday Production of Jacob Marley’s Christmas Carol ***Updated Dates***
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 ...read more
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Wednesday, December 03, 2025
CSA Civic Theatre Announces Auditions for I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now ChangeMarion, Indiana — December 2, 2025 — The Community School of the Arts (CSA) Civic Theatre is pleased to announce auditions for its upcoming winter musical production of I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change, with performances scheduled for February 12–15, 2026.
This beloved musical comedy explores the journey from ...read more
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Wednesday, December 03, 2025
MJH musician selected for prestigious all-state ensemble
A McCulloch Junior High School student has been selected for a prestigious all-state ensemble that will perform at the Indiana Music Educators Association’s upcoming annual conference.
Samuel Davies was selected to participate in the Indiana Bandmasters Association’s Junior All-State Band, which features 100 students in grades seven ...read more
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Wednesday, November 26, 2025
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Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Schools, local businesses partner to promote healthy living through DATA Quiz Bowl
Students from around Grant County competed this week in the annual Grant County Drug, Alcohol and Tobacco Awareness (DATA) Quiz Bowl, hosted by Marion Community Schools in partnership with the Grant County Drug and Alcohol Resource Team (DART).
This annual competition helps bring awareness to the risks of ...read more
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Wednesday, November 26, 2025
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Wednesday, November 26, 2025
City of Marion employee, Brittney Shrout, was surprised today by Dist. 31 State Rep. Lori Goss-Reaves with the special "Heart of 31" award for her extraordinary work in serving Grant County and beyond. Congratulations, Brittney, on this very deserving honor, and thank you for all you do for the community as the Shelter Manager of Marion Animal Care & Control. Your friends and furry pals thank you ...read more
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Wednesday, November 19, 2025
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Wednesday, November 19, 2025
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 ...read more
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Wednesday, November 19, 2025
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Wednesday, November 19, 2025
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 ...read more
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Wednesday, November 19, 2025
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Wednesday, November 19, 2025
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Wednesday, November 19, 2025
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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 ...read more
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Wednesday, November 19, 2025
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 ...read more
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Wednesday, November 19, 2025
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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 ...read more
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Tuesday, November 11, 2025
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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 ...read more
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Wednesday, November 05, 2025
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 ...read more
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Wednesday, October 15, 2025
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 ...read more
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Tuesday, October 07, 2025
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
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Friday, September 26, 2025
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 ...read more
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Monday, August 18, 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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Monday, April 29, 2024
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