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Westfield, Mississinewa Students Enjoy IUK Etiquette Meal
PRESS RELEASE More photos here Westfield, Mississinewa students learn dining skills during IUK etiquette meal KOKOMO, Ind. — What do you do if your job interview includes dinner? About 40 juniors from Westfield High School and Mississinewa High School are prepared for this possibility after attending an etiquette luncheon at Indiana University Kokomo. Stephanie Herschberger, event services specialist, walked students through an elegant meal from soup to dessert, served on china with cloth napkins and
IU Teacher Apprentices Chart New Path
PRESS RELEASE More information here From Frankfort to the Front of the class: IU's new teacher apprentices chart a new path KOKOMO, Ind. — In a quiet corner of Indiana, six future educators are stepping into classrooms —not just as students, but as early participants in a promising new approach to building the state's next generation of teachers. Marsaili Abney, Inelda Southerly Ramos, Yoana Angeles, Kristina Light, Celeste Rodriguez, and Amber Shirar form the first cohort of Indiana University’s newly
National Day of Prayer, Marion Event, May 1st
Join Us for National Day of Prayer, 5/1/25Shareemailfacebooklinkedintwitterreddit Apr 29, 2025 | Web Administrator Everyone is invited to the Marion Municipal Building on Thursday, May 1st, 2025 for National Day of Prayer. Pastors from the community will be present to lead everyone in prayer on this day at 12pm in the first floor lobby of City Hall (301 S. Branson St., Marion, IN, 46952). *There is only one entrance to City Hall (off of McClure St.), but it will lead directly into
Marion Senior Named Academic All Star
MHS senior named Indiana Academic All-StarNathaniel Beck, valedictorian of MHS Class of 2025, is among top 40 students in the state Marion High School senior Nathaniel Beck has been named an Indiana Academic All-Star, an honor earned by only 40 high school seniors in the state. Beck is planning to attend Purdue University, where he plans to study chemical engineering. He was honored with the other All-Stars at a luncheon Thursday, April 24, in Indianapolis. The Academic All-Stars were chosen from a field
Donation Builds Buck Family Sports Complex, Groundbreaking May 7
Press ReleaseDonation boosts City funds to build Buck Family Sports Complex; Groundbreaking 5/7/25Shareemailfacebooklinkedintwitterreddit Apr 24, 2025 | Web Administrator The City of Marion has received a generous donation from Marion High School alum Julie Buck Moorehead towards the creation of a sports complex in Matter Park in her grandparents’ honor. The Buck Family Sports Complex will house basketball courts for the first time in Matter Park, as well as tennis courts, and
Center Stage Dance Recital Celebrates 25 Years May 17
MJH Earns ISSMA's Highest Honor
MJH earns ISSMA's highest honor for 10th time in a rowMcCulloch is the only school in the state to earn ISSMA's J/M/E Total Department All Music Award every year it has been given For the 10th time in row, the McCulloch Junior High School music department has qualified for the Indiana State School Music Association’s highest honor, the J/M/E Total Department All Music Award — the only school in the state to do so 10 times in a row, and one of only six schools in the state to earn the award this
Surf Internet Nears 1,000 Customers in Grant County
April 21, 2025 - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Surf Internet Nears 1,000 Customers as Grant County Fiber Expansion Accelerates Multi-year investment on track to reach half the county’s population by 2026 MARION, Ind. (April 21, 2025) – Surf Internet® is approaching a key milestone in Grant County, with nearly 1,000 customers now connected to high-speed fiber-optic internet. This achievement reflects years of local investment and commitment to expanding access to reliable broadband service. Surf was the first to
The Training Center Spring Market May 10
MHSAA Presents $22,000 + in Scholarships to MHS Seniors
Marion Alumni NewsHome Association News MHSAA presents $22,000+ in scholarships to MHS seniors MHSAA presents $22,000+ in scholarships to MHS seniors Patricia GibsonApril 22, 2025MCS News, MHSAA News Marion High School Alumni Association is pleased to announce 33 scholarship awards totalling more than $20,000 for 23 outstanding Marion High School graduating seniors! MHSAA is proud to note that this is more than double the number of awards and total dollar amount disbursed last year, and it includes
CSA Children's Theatre Presents Disney's ''Alice in Wonderland JR.'' May 17-18
Alice Kids Poster.pngSavedCSA Children’s Theatre Presents Disney’s Alice in Wonderland JR. A Whimsical Musical Adventure for the Whole Family – May 17–18, 2025 Marion, IN– Don’t be late for this very important date! The CSA Children’s Theatre proudly presents Disney’s Alice in Wonderland JR., a charming and fast-paced musical based on the beloved animated classic. Performances will be held May 17 and May 18, 2025, featuring an energetic cast of young performers bringing Wonderland to life. Adapted by
Pickleball Tournament Memorial Day, May 26 at Fairmount Camp
Grant Regional Career Center Recognition Night
Family Fun: Arbor Day at Minnetrista April 26
Celebrate the roots of sustainability at the 2025 Muncie Arbor Day Celebration on Saturday, April 26 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Minnetrista Museum & Gardens. This free, family-friendly event honors Muncie’s 27th year as a Tree City USA, bringing the community together to explore nature, plant for the future, and take home a tree of their own. At 10:30 a.m., Mayor Dan Ridenour will present the official Arbor Day proclamation, celebrating our city’s ongoing commitment to urban forestry and environmental
Biochemistry Prof Earns Honor
PRESS RELEASE Biochemistry professor earns Indiana Academy of Sciences honor KOKOMO, Ind. — An Indiana University Kokomo faculty member has been elected a Fellow of the Indiana Academy of Science (IAS). Hisako Masuda, associate professor of biochemistry, received the honor at the Academy’s recent annual meeting. She is IU Kokomo’s fifth faculty member to be recognized as a Fellow. “Dr. Masuda’s work as a member of the governing council, as the chair of the Microbiology and Molecular Biology section,
Free CPR/First Aid & AED Training at Thriving
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 (9am-12pm): https://form.jotform.com/250356464953160June 14th (9am-12pm):
Make, Take & Give at Hometown Petals May 13
The Marion Chapter of Circle of Ivy invites you to join us for a special Make, Take, and GIVE event hosted at Hometown Petals & More in Gas City on Tuesday, May 13 at 3 PM!You’ll have the opportunity to create your own fresh flower arrangement while connecting with other inspiring local women and learning more about Ivy Tech Marion’s Circle of Ivy—a vibrant network of women dedicated to supporting student success in our community.Whether you’re already a supporter of Ivy Tech or simply curious to learn
Impact Awards May 6 with United Way
&##127881; You’re Invited to the 2025 Impact Awards! Tuesday, May 6, 2025 &##128338; 3:00–5:00 PM &##128205; The Garden House at Matter Park, Marion Let’s celebrate the power of what we’ve done—together. Join United Way Grant County for an afternoon recognizing the incredible programs, volunteers, and partnerships that shaped the past year—and launching the work to come. We’ll be highlighting: ✅ 2025 Community Funding Awardees ✅ Local impact stories from across Grant County ✅
IUK Offers College Prep Camp June 9-13
PRESS RELEASE IUK offers college prep camp for Marion Community Schools Middle school students from Marion will get an inside look at college life, at Indiana University Kokomo’s free Ignite Your Future camp June 9-13. Brandi Keith, adjunct professor of sociology and student success, said incoming sixth and seventh graders from the Marion Community Schools will participate in on campus activities June 9-12, followed by a field trip in their community on June 13. Their goal is for students to start
All City Art Show Features Marion Students May 16-17
All-City Art Show to feature Marion students’ visual and performing arts (5/16-17)Art show is part of more than a week of arts in the spotlight at MCS The All-City Art Show features work from Marion students at all grade levels. The show will be open to the public from 4 to 6 p.m. Friday, May 16, and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, May 17. Visitors will enter through the Walton Performing Arts Center, where some of the artwork will be displayed, and continue on into the art hallway to view more
Manufacturing Breakfast, May 8
CSA Presents ''Peter and the Starcatcher'' May 9-11
CSA Theatre Company Presents Peter and the Starcatcher A Whimsical Prequel to Peter Pan Soars Onto the Stage May 9–11, 2025 [Marion, IN] – The CSA Theatre Company is proud to present Peter and the Starcatcher, a Tony Award-winning play by Rick Elice with music by Wayne Barker. This magical and imaginative prequel to Peter Pan will take flight on stage for one unforgettable weekend—May 9 through May 11, 2025. Based on the best-selling novel by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson, Peter and the Starcatcher tells
Splash Pad Coming Soon to Townsend Park
Splash Pad Planned for Clifford Townsend ParkShareemailfacebooklinkedintwitterreddit Apr 10, 2025 | Web Administrator Just outside downtown along the Mississinewa Riverwalk, there will soon be a “splash pad” in Clifford Townsend Park – a water feature to enhance the quality of life for residents in Marion. The City is beginning the bidding process for construction of the splash pad, with construction expected to begin by the end of May and completed in
5K Fun Run May 24 at Fairmount Camp
New Fund Expands Inclusive Projects in Grant County
Contact: Meagan Mathias Community Leadership Director Email: Meagan@GiveToGrant.org April 4, 2025 New Fund Expands Opportunities for Inclusive Projects in Grant County Community Foundation and AWS Foundation Launch AWS Inclusive Communities Grant Cycle Grant County, Ind. — The Community Foundation of Grant County and AWS Foundation have announced a new grant opportunity focused on creating more inclusive communities for individuals with disabilities. Through this collaboration, the AWS Foundation
Junior Achievement Seeks Volunteers for May 15
Honeywell Offers Early Access
Gilead's Cruisin' To Care 2025 May 10
Gilead Tenderloin Fry with Rock's Concessions
Lemon Passes CPA Exam
Logan Lemon Passes CPA Exam DWD Technology Group (DWD) is pleased to announce that Logan Lemon has successfully passed his CPA exam. Please join us in celebrating this achievement for Logan! About DWD Technology Group: DWD Technology Group, with offices located in Fort Wayne and Indianapolis, Indiana, specializes in the evaluation, selection, implementation, and support of accounting and business management systems including Sage Intacct, Sage 100, Sage BusinessWorks, Sage 50 (formerly Peachtree), Sage
UW Names Johnson New Impact Coordinator
UNITED WAY OF GRANT COUNTY WELCOMES KAYLA JOHNSON AS NEW IMPACT COORDINATOR New full-time role is made possible through grant funding from the Community Foundation of Grant County Marion, IN – April 4, 2025 – United Way of Grant County is thrilled to welcome Kayla Johnson as the organization’s new full-time Impact Coordinator. This new position, made possible through generous funding from the Community Foundation of Grant County, represents a strategic investment in strengthening local partnerships,
Madison-Grant United Partners with Local Businesses
Link to form here:Madison-Grant High School P-CAP Industry Partner Interest Form
Make Mother's Day Meaningful Scholar House Fundraiser
Twin City Rummage Sale Registration
Blippi Join the Band Tour at GCPAC May 13
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Hairball XXV Coming to GCPAC May 30
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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
Revamping Your Benefits Package: What Employers Need to Know
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 more employees are seeking flexible work arrangements. Whether it's the ability to work from home one or two days