News for Human Interest

Tuesday, July 21, 2026
July 30 (Thursday) FREE Craft Day will be held from 1-3 p.m. in First UMC newly renovated Annex Building. This month we will have an array of supplies from past events, so come by and let your craft creative flow. Mark your calendar and bring a friend. For more information call our Craft Coordinator Cathy Lane at (765) 661-3453. The First UMC Annex is located at 702 S. Adams Street, Marion, IN ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, Community, Press Release
Monday, July 20, 2026
How Mar­i­on Works Ep. 13 -Immerse your­self in the newest episode of How Mar­i­on Works’ Stand­out Busi­ness Edi­tion with spe­cial guest Jamie Keys of Abide Col­lec­tive! Jamie opens up about her faith and deter­mi­na­tion to bring to life a vision of offer­ing an expe­ri­en­tial retail store in Marion.Listen to this episodeThank you for listening and sharing!
Categories: Human Interest, Political & Government
Thursday, July 16, 2026
After years of helping young professionals build meaningful relationships, develop leadership skills, and create lifelong friendships, the Grant County Young Professionals Network (GCYPN) is entering an exciting new chapter. The Greater Grant County Chamber, alongside a dedicated volunteer leadership team representing organizations across the county, is relaunching GCYPN with a renewed vision ...read more
Categories: Art & Entertainment, Community, Human Interest, Chamber, General News Article, Press Release
Monday, July 06, 2026
KOKOMO, Ind. — The World Cup reminds us of our humanity. Andrew McFarland, Indiana University Kokomo professor of history, said the social media surrounding the international tournament has added to the excitement, and reminded people of what we have in common. “At a time in the world where anti-immigrant and transnational rivalries are more heated than they’ve been in recent years, this World ...read more
Categories: Art & Entertainment, Human Interest
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
KOKOMO, Ind. — Lessons learned on his family’s northwest Indiana farm taught Andy Tuholski the importance of stewarding the land — lessons he carried into his career at Indiana University Kokomo. “I had a front-row opportunity to see how my dad emphasized conservation and sustainability as crucial parts of caring for the land instead of just profit maximization,” said Tuholski, assistant ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, Education, Press Release
Thursday, May 07, 2026
KOKOMO, Ind. — When Sean Sonnenberg enrolled at Indiana University Kokomo three years ago, the newly-formed eSports team gave him a place to belong. “It was great,” he said. “There are plenty of computer science people who are also in eSports, so I got to connect with them earlier than I would have just in class. Being able to compete with a team was a great experience. It was very different ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, Education, Press Release
Thursday, April 30, 2026
KOKOMO, Ind. — As Gracie McClain’s parents drove her to an emergency room, she couldn’t help but think her lifelong dream of becoming a dentist was gone. “It was really scary,” she said. “I temporarily lost my ability to speak properly. Everything that came out of my mouth was gibberish, and I couldn’t see very well. It was a very unusual experience.” McClain, who was 17 at the time, learned ...read more
Categories: Community, Education, Human Interest
Friday, April 03, 2026
What does it mean to be an American? Minnetrista Museum & Gardens invites visitors to explore this question in America at 250: Reflections on Community, on view April 4 through October 25, 2026, in the Center Building’s Gallery 2.  As part of the nation’s 250th anniversary, this interactive exhibition centers on the people and perspectives that shape American identity today. Through dialogue, ...read more
Categories: Press Release, Art & Entertainment, Community, Education, Human Interest
Friday, April 03, 2026
Catch the Latest How Marion Works Podcast ft. Lisa Edwards of MFD
Categories: Art & Entertainment, Community, General News Article, Human Interest, Press Release