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Twin Sisters Pioneer Honors Program for Online RN to BSN Students
PRESS RELEASE Twin sisters pioneer honors program for online RN to BSN students KOKOMO, Ind. — Twin sisters Ashley Derf and Heather Grandstaff love a challenge. So, when they were invited to join Indiana University Kokomo’s honors program as students in the online RN to BSN program, the siblings were determined to take the opportunity. Grandstaff, from Walton, reached out to honors program director Nick Baxter, assistant professor of sociology, who told her no student in her program had ever
Minnetrista Welcomes Joshua Harris-Till for Community Conversations Connected to Emmett Till & Mamie Till
Minnetrista Welcomes Joshua Harris-Till for Community Conversations Connected to Emmett Till & Mamie Till-Mobley: Let the World See Written By Brea Cunningham March 9, 2026 Media Contact: Brea Cunningham, Director of Marketing & CommunicationsE-mail: bcunningham@minnetrista.netTel: 765.287.3525 Muncie, IN—Minnetrista Museum & Gardens, will welcome Joshua Harris-Till for a series of community-centered programs March 14–16, 2026, offering meaningful opportunities for reflection, conversation, and
Ball State PBS Documentary: ''Now Entering Marion''
AnnouncementBall State PBS Documentary: "Now Entering Marion"Shareemailfacebooklinkedintwitterreddit Mar 9, 2026 | Web Administrator Ball State PBS’s most recent documentary under their “Now Entering…” series is all about Marion, Indiana — honing in on our rich history, the arts, basketball. It is viewable on YouTube at: Related Posts
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Health Professions Exploration Camp Offers Hands-on Experience for Middle Schoolers: Enrolling Now
PRESS RELEASE Health Professions Exploration camp offers hands-on experience for middle schoolers KOKOMO, Ind. — Do you know a middle school student interested in health care? Register them for an inside look at careers in nursing and beyond at the Indiana University Kokomo Health Professions Exploration camp, planned for June 22-26 on campus. Leigh Swartzendruber, director of the RN to BSN track and clinical assistant professor of nursing, and Christy Douglas, director of the occupational therapy
Local Radio Stations Announce 2026 Central Indiana Home & Garden Show April 18th
Local Radio Stations, Radio 80's, Radio Classics, The Boot, and Gospel Praise are excited to announce the 2026 Central Indiana Home and Garden Show. The show will take place on April 18th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Grant County Family YMCA. This is a great opportunity for the public to see what businesses offer. Station owner had this to say about the event. "We feel like this show will be able to showcase local businesses to the public. Whether people are looking for lawn and garden help,
Marion Community School of the Arts Now Accepting Applications for 2026–2027 Board of Directors
Brianna Coffing <bcoffing@chronicle-tribune.com>;Haley Anderson <haley@showmegrantcounty.com>;+17 others FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Marion Community School of the Arts Now Accepting Applications for 2026–2027 Board of Directors Marion, IN — The Marion Community School of the Arts (CSA) is pleased to announce that it is now accepting applications for individuals interested in serving on its Board of Directors for the 2026–2027 term. CSA invites community members who are passionate about
Dozens of Marion Musicians Earn ISSMA’s Top Award at State Solo & Ensemble
Dozens of Marion musicians earn ISSMA’s top award at State Solo & Ensemble Marion Community Schools congratulates more than four dozen outstanding young musicians from Marion High School and McCulloch Junior High who competed recently at ISSMA’s annual State Solo & Ensemble competition! We are proud of these artists, who all took on a high degree of difficulty to reach the state level. Impressively: 16 of them earned the top adjudication award, Gold with Distinction, which recognizes a high degree of
36th Minnetrista Annual Juried Art Show, on view through May 3, 2026, at Minnetrista Museum & Gardens.
Written By Brea Cunningham Muncie, IN—Experience the vibrant tapestry of Indiana’s artistic talent at the 36th Minnetrista Annual Juried Art Show, on view from February 28 through May 3, 2026, at Minnetrista Museum & Gardens. Celebrating creativity across the Hoosier State, this juried exhibition showcases a diverse array of artistic expressions and invites visitors to immerse themselves in the rich world of fine art. This year’s exhibition was juried by Erika Kvam, Director and Head Curator of Purdue
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Marion Community School of the Arts Awarded IYI Well-Being Project Grant to Strengthen Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Efforts
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarion Community School of the Arts Awarded IYI Well-Being Project Grant to Strengthen Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Efforts Marion, Indiana — Marion Community School of the Arts (CSA) is proud to announce that it has been awarded the IYI Well-Being Project Grant to support a comprehensive Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) initiative across the organization. This grant will allow CSA to take intentional steps toward strengthening equitable access,
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Det. Lt. Leland Smith to Retire after 20 Years with MPD
Det. Lt. Leland Smith to Retire after 20 Years with MPDShareemailfacebooklinkedin Feb 25, 2026 | Web Administrator Marion Police Department Detective Lieutenant Leland Smith will retire in May, completing 20 years of service. Following a 15-year career with Marion Community Schools, Smith became an MPD Police Officer on May 8th, 2006. He served on Patrol, Crash Investigation Team, Honor Guard, then was selected to join Marion and Grant County’s Joint Effort Against Narcotics
2026 Senior Expo with The Marion-Grant County Senior Center May 1st
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Foustnight Retires after 10 Years following 30+ Years as a Firefighter
Foustnight Retires after 10 Years following 30+ Years as a FirefighterShareemailfacebooklinkedin Feb 23, 2026 | Web Administrator Building Commissioner, Jerry Foustnight, is officially retiring after serving ten years with the Building Department following a long career as a firefighter – serving a total of 40 ½ years with the City of Marion. Foustnight was first hired as a firefighter with the Marion Fire Department in 1977. After 30 ½ years, he retired from MFD in December
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City of Marion Launches Repayable Loan Program for Investors of Underutilized Buildings
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Dozens of Marion Musicians Advance to ISSMA’s Solo & Ensemble State Competition
Dozens of Marion musicians advance to ISSMA’s Solo & Ensemble state competition Dozens of Marion Community Schools students competed in the annual ISSMA Solo & Ensemble competitions in the past month, and many brought home top ratings for their performances. More than 50 Marion Community Schools students have advanced to the state level competition! State qualifiers: Audrey Alsup (10th) Nolan Berryhill (11th) Madelynn Boogar* (11th) Skylar Boogar (10th) Cassandra Bucher (12th) Mariana Castro
Huhtamaki Foundation Boosts GRCC Advanced Manufacturing Program
Huhtamaki Foundation boosts GRCC advanced manufacturing programGrant will support expansion of opportunities for area students Grant Regional Career Center is excited to be a recipient of a Huhtamaki Foundation grant of $20,000 to support their advanced manufacturing program. Huhtamaki, which operates a manufacturing facility in Marion that produces paper goods, supports community initiatives and organizations through their foundation. “Huhtamaki supports community initiatives and organizations to
Radiant Health Announces 22nd Annual Circle of Friends Fundraiser
Radiant Health Announces 22nd Annual Circle of Friends Fundraiser [Marion, IN – 2/19/26] Radiant Health will host its 22nd Annual Circle of Friends Fundraiser, on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Ivy Tech Community College – Conference Center, 261 S. Commerce Dr., Marion, IN 46953. Presented by Charlie & Bernie Wallace, this year’s event will center on the theme “Find Your Way Forward,” emphasizing not only the power of community support, but also the
IHC Welcomes New Pediatrician
IHC at Marion is proud to welcome our new pediatrician, Dr. Ahmad Soliman, MD, FAAP, MRCPCH. Dr. Soliman has been with IHC since 2022 and serves as our lead pediatrician. Dr. Soliman sees patients in Marion on Mondays and Thursdays. To schedule your child's visit with Dr. Soliman, please call (765) 664-7492. Dr. Ahmad Sameer El Sawy Soliman, MD, MRCPCH completed his pediatric residency training at The Brookdale University Hospital Center located in Brooklyn, New York, and is a licensed physician in
IU Kokomo Offers Free Financial Aid Help at College Goal Sunday, Feb. 22
PRESS RELEASE IU Kokomo offers free financial aid help at College Goal Sunday KOKOMO, Ind. — Students and families can access scholarships and financial aid to make college affordable, with free assistance available at College Goal Sunday February 22. Financial aid experts will be available from 2 to 4 p.m. in the IU Kokomo Library, 2300 S. Washington St. Kokomo, to help families complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA is required for students to be considered for
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Marion Names Giants' Home Court in Honor of Coach Blackmon
Marion names Giants’ home court in honor of Coach Blackmon With Marion High School Coach James Blackmon retiring at the end of this basketball season as one of the school’s most successful coaches, the school is honoring him by naming his longtime home court after him. Blackmon is finishing up his 13th season as head coach of the Marion Giants. He has the second highest win total, trailing only the legendary Coach Bill Green, for whom the arena is named. His impact on Indiana basketball — which has
Walk of Hope, May 1, 2026: Registration Open
Labor Market Review: Region 3 December 2025
Your Monthly Snapshot of the Region Labor Market ReviewThe Labor Market Review contains a monthly snapshot of various labor market information in Economic Growth Region 3. This report consists of data for December 2025. Some of the data in this report includes:Labor force: employment and unemployment Consumer Price IndexUnemployment insurance claimsWARN NoticesIndiana Career Connect: applicants and job postingsIndustry employmentBureau of Labor Statistics commentaryView The ReportContact
Quarterly Reports from the IN Dept of Workforce Development
Quarterly Reports are Available Three different quarterly reports includes information on online job ads, industry sector employment and wages, and UI claimants in Economic Growth Region 6. Real-Time Job Demand Online job postings summary of real-time data including skills, certifications, and education/experience from many different online job boards.View the Report Industry Sector Snapshot A quarterly count of employment and wages by industry from the Indiana Department of
IUK Launches 3-Year Direct Admit Nursing Degree
PRESS RELEASE IU Kokomo launches three-year direct admit nursing degree KOKOMO, Ind. — Future health care providers can now earn a nursing degree in three years with Indiana University Kokomo’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Direct Admission pathway — allowing the campus to help fill the critical need for nurses in north central Indiana. Launching in January 2027, the pathway allows high-achieving incoming undergraduate students to be admitted directly into the School of Nursing and Allied
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Grant County Honor Band Concert Set for 3/17
Grant County Honor Band concert set for 3/17 Next month, some of the best young musicians in the area will gather together for a special performance as the Grant County Public High School Honor Band. The public is invited to come out and enjoy this special performance, set for Tuesday, March 17, at the Chapel Auditorium at Indiana Wesleyan University. Admission is free! The Grant County Honor Band will feature 79 of the area’s top music students, selected from each of Grant
CSA Civic Theatre Announces First-Ever Interactive Valentine’s Season Reveal Fundraiser
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: CSA Civic Theatre Announces First-Ever Interactive Valentine’s Season Reveal Fundraiser Marion Community School of the Arts Brianna Coffing <bcoffing@chronicle-tribune.com>;Haley Anderson <haley@showmegrantcounty.com>;+17 others FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CSA Civic Theatre Announces “Love at First Act,” It's First-Ever Interactive Valentine’s Season Reveal Fundraiser Marion, Indiana — CSA Civic Theatre invites the community to fall in love with theatre
Fairmount Offers Hometown Hero Banners, Order Through March 31
Main Street Fairmount is proud to renew our Hometown Heroes Banner Program, recognizing current and former Fairmount residents who have served or are currently serving in the United States military.Each banner:• Measures 3 ft x 5 ft• Printed in full color on durable 18oz vinyl• Displayed on Main & Washington Street for TWO years (Memorial Day–Veterans Day each year)Cost: $200 per banner sideNew this year: Every sponsor receives a FREE 9”x12” foam board print of their banner(Additional foam prints available
Hoosiers By the Lumbers Labor Market Review
Your Monthly Snapshot of the Region Labor Market ReviewThe Labor Market Review contains a monthly snapshot of various labor market information in Economic Growth Region 3. This report consists of data for November 2025. Some of the data in this report includes:Labor force: employment and unemployment Consumer Price IndexUnemployment insurance claimsWARN NoticesIndiana Career Connect: applicants and job postingsIndustry employmentBureau of Labor Statistics commentaryView The ReportContact
Purdue To Host Just In Time Career Fair on April 15th, 2026
Purdue is hosting the Just In Time Career Fair on April 15th, 2026! This is Purdue’s only career fair that welcomes all employers from all industries and provides a unique opportunity to connect with Boilermaker Talent across all majors.This is your chance to recruit and engage with top-notch Purdue Talent in hopes to fill those 'just in time' summer internships and full-time opportunities. Space is limited, so register today! For more details and information, use the registration link
Take Charge of Your Own Small Business Marketing in Greater Grant County
Small business owners in Greater Grant County often juggle operations, customer service, and community involvement—but marketing is the lever that multiplies all of those efforts. Owning your marketing doesn’t require big budgets; it requires clarity, consistency, and a willingness to test what works in your community. Learn below about: How small businesses can build simple, durable marketing habits Why understanding your audience shapes every message you put out Where local owners tend to get
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
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.
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
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
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