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Christmas in the Air at The GCPAC Dec. 17
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 carolers and get into the holiday spirit. Bring the whole family along for some memorable photos! Tickets Do you
Campus to Celebrate Partnership with Indiana Small Business Development Center
PRESS RELEASE Campus to celebrate partnership with Indiana Small Business Development Center KOKOMO, Ind. — Indiana University Kokomo will launch its partnership with the Hoosier Heartland Indiana Small Business Development Center (HHISBDC) with a November 13 ribbon cutting. The event, which is free and open to the public, marks the opening of an HHISBSC office in Innovation Hall, where Tim Branyan, coordination manager, will have office hours two Thursdays each month, to assist potential
Marion Students Selected for Prestigious All-State Ensembles
Marion students selected for prestigious all-state ensemblesSingers will perform at Indiana Music Education Association’s annual conference. Ten Marion Community Schools singers have been selected to perform in prestigious all-state honor ensembles at the Indiana Music Education Association’s upcoming annual conference. At McCulloch Junior High, the following eighth-graders were selected to participate in the IMEA All State Middle School Honor Choir:Miles ContrerasAntonio CruzMyla DunstonCecilia
FUMC Christmas Craft Fair Nov. 8
Marion Students Chosen for Regional Honor Bands
ntNews and UpdatesStudent/Family Support ServicesDepartmentsSchool BoardAlumniDistrict CalendarSchoolsSearchSearch25 Marion students chosen for regional honor bandsIBA All-District and All-Region concerts set at Walton Center Twenty-five Marion Community Schools band students have been selected for regional honor ensembles this fall. And Marion Community Schools is proud to host two of these honor ensembles right here in Marion this month! IBA All-Region Honor Band First up will be the Indiana
Bowling for Books Auction Silent Auction Live thru Nov. 1
Story Bowling for Books Silent Auction: In celebration of reading and equal access to quality books, Classroom Connections of ECI is holding a Silent Auction to raise operational funds to support our year-round distribution of 50,000+ children’s books to the most vulnerable early learners, K-12 classrooms and out-of-school time programs in East Central Indiana. We empower teachers and enhance success in students. The Silent Auction goes live, Wednesday, October 29th at 8 am and ends Saturday, November
Future Teachers Receive Prestigious State Scholarships
PRESS RELEASE Hannah Middlesworth, left; Sydney Colescott, Lexi Closson, and Valeria Cortes Future teachers receive prestigious state scholarships KOKOMO, Ind. — Four Indiana University Kokomo freshmen are among nearly 300 future teachers awarded Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarships. Lexi Closson, Sydney Colescott, Valeria Cortes, and Hannah Middlesworth each received a renewable scholarship of up to $10,000 per year, or up to $40,000 total, from the Indiana Commission for Higher
An Evening with Rainn Wilson, April 12, at GCPAC
Tickets for "An Evening with Rainn Wilson" will be available starting tomorrow morning at 5 a.m.! Certain tickets come with a VIP Photo Experience, so make sure to order early to guarantee your meet-and-greet and photo opportunity. TICKETS Rainn Wilson played Dwight Schrute on NBC's American version of The Office from 2005 to 2013, earning three consecutive Emmy nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series for his performance. In addition to his well-known acting career, Rainn
Paint & Sip Party Nov. 13 at Cedar Creek
Paint & Sip Fundraising Event Thursday, November 13, 2025 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM ESTCedar Creek of Marion725 50th St, Marion, IN 46953-6409RSVPPowered By WelcomeHome CRMUnsubscribeCedar Creek of Marion
2025 Marion Citywide Cleanup Total Impact
2025 Citywide Cleanup Total ImpactShareemailfacebooklinkedin Oct 23, 2025 | Web Administrator We’ve tallied up April through September stats from the 2025 Citywide Cleanups! Thank you for all your support and participation this year! Citywide Cleanups
Holiday Party Booking Available at Idyl Wyld
Idyl Wyld Angel Tree Event Nov. 8
Thunderstruck AC/DC Tribute Ticket Sales Begin Oct. 30, Show April 11 at GCPAC
Welcome Thunderstruck! April 11, 2026, 7:00PM Thunderstruck gives fans so much more than the sound of AC/DC, they truly capture the high voltage energy and experience. For fans, it's about a sense of familiarity, and it's about a feeling that snatches up listeners and takes over. It's about a contagious kind of power and electricity that few AC/DC tribute bands can provide. From Kyle LaPato's strong on-stage performance replicating the Angus Young of the 80's and 90's, to Bobby Lee Stamper's versatile
Downtown Marion Christmas Window Decorating Contest Info
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Thriving Through the Surge: Smart Ways to Handle Sudden Business Growth
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 strain operations, hurt customer satisfaction, and create lasting financial instability if not managed carefully.
Online Graduate Degree Fills Need for School Psychologists
PRESS RELEASE Online graduate degree fills need for school psychologists KOKOMO, Ind. — Indiana has one school psychologist for every 2,607 students — far from the recommended ratio of 1 to every 500 students. Indiana University Kokomo is part of an IU effort to address this need, partnering with IU South Bend and IU East to offer a Specialist in Education (Ed.S.) degree program designed for working adults. Jennifer McNeany, assistant clinical professor of school psychology, said classes are in the
Upcoming Skill Trainings at Ivy+ Tech Career Link, Marion
&##128197; Upcoming Skills Trainings Listed by start date. NEW!&##128161; Introduction to AI Providing a comprehensive foundation to Artificaial Intelligence (AI), empowering people to work confidently with AI tools, systems and methodologies across diverse professional settings. You’ll learn to:Define the scope, disciplines, terminology, key concepts and systems of AIDevelop AI-ready data strategies that integrate diverse data typesAnalyze the components of the AI ecosystemIllustrate the complete
BINGO Open House at Vita of Marion, Oct. 17
Trick or Treat at Vita of Marion, Oct. 25, 1pm
''The Boys and Me LIVE'', Sawyer Brown at The GCPAC, January 24
Sawyer Brown January 24, 2026 EARLY BIRDS SAVE 20%! PROMOTIONAL CODE: EarlyBird Get your tickets before October 31, 2025 to save 20%. Tickets on sale October 17, 2025! “The Walk” “Thank God For You” “Some Girls Do” “Cafe On The Corner” “800 Pound Jesus” “All These Years” “This Time” “Step That Step” “This Night Won’t Last Forever” “Betty’s Bein’ Bad” When asked what has set Sawyer Brown apart in the music business to account for four decades of success, lead singer and front man Mark Miller answers,
CSA Theater Co. Announces Upcoming Production of ''Bright Star'' Nov. 7-9
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Shelly Inskeep Community School of the Arts' www.csa-marion.com765-662-6263 The Community School of the Arts Theatre Company is thrilled to announce our upcoming production of Bright Star! The CSA Theatre compANY will bring the Walton Performing Arts Center to life with the sound of bluegrass music in this heartwarming and inspiring musical that shines with hope, forgiveness, and the power of love. Performances will take place on November 7th and 8th at 7:00 p.m. and on
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Breast Cancer Awareness Skate October 18th at Idyl Wyld
JROTC Raiders Take Third at State; Up Next: Nationals
JROTC Raiders take third at State; up next: NationalsGiants fall just short of rivals as competition heats up The Marion High School JROTC Raider Team fought hard at the Indiana State Raider Championship at the Indiana National Guard’s training facility at Camp Atterbury recently, securing bronze out of 21 top teams from across the state. The MHS JROTC Raider team poses for a photo after the State Championship at Camp Atterbury. The championship meet is hosted by Indianapolis Public Schools. Every
Celtic Magic St. Patrick's Day, March 17th at The GCPAC
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 TICKETS GO ON SALE THIS THURSDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2025! This ALL-AGES show will start at 6:00PM with all the glory of St. Patrick's Day
How Smart Accounting Keeps Small Businesses Confident and Compliant
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 preparing for expansion, clarity in your books removes the guesswork. Track Cash Flow Like a Daily Pulse Cash
Walkway of Lights Christmas Parade Criteria & Awards
Work Based Learning Forum, Fort Wayne, Nov 11, 2025
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Lee Greenwood, November 14, 2025 at The GCPAC
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 The Rose”, “Dixie Road”, “Somebody’s Gonna Love You”, “Going, Going, Gone”, “You Got A Good Love Comin”, “Fools
How Smart Companies Build Bridges Across Departments
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 with less drama. Interdepartmental communication isn’t just a buzzword anymore; it’s the backbone of companies
Lee Greenwood 40th Anniversary Tour Friday, November 14, 2025
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Adobe Acrobat AI Assistant: All You Have to Do Is Ask Acrobat’s Generative AI Document & PDF Tool
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 Insights: Long documents can be overwhelming to review, especially for busy entrepreneurs. The AI Assistant can
