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Night of Giants Set for 9/25 to Honor Outstanding Alumni
The public is welcome to help us honor this year's inductees to the MHS Hall of Distinction, Arts Hall of Fame, and Athletics Hall of Fame Marion Community School will honor exceptional alumni during Homecoming Weekend this year. >> The 2026 inductees for the Marion High School Hall of Distinction, along with the MHS Athletics Hall of Fame and the MHS Arts Hall of Fame, will be honored at the Night of Giants ceremony, set for Friday, Sept. 25, at the Walton Performing Arts Center at Marion High School.
HMW Episode features MCS Supt. Stephanie Lockwood & HR Dir. April Evans
How Marion Works Se. 2, Ep. 15 welcomes Marion Community Schools Superintendent Stephanie Lockwood and Human Resources Director April Evans, where they take you behind the scenes of their strategies and implementations in cultivating a bright future for our Marion youth and young adults. Listen Follow
Training Center Seeks Donations for Growing Healthy Families Pantry
&##129532; Help Us Stock Our Growing Healthy Families Pantry! &##128153; Every child deserves to feel clean, confident, and ready to learn. The Training Center is collecting hygiene products to help ensure our students have access to essential personal-care items when they need them and for our upcoming Fall Hygiene Packs for families that will be distributed in October. We are currently accepting donations of: &##129701; Toothbrushes & toothpaste &##129524; Shampoo & conditioner &##129532; Body
History Center to Host Auto Indiana Traveling Exhibit
Marion, IN - The History Center at Marion Public Library will host Auto Indiana from September 3 to October 3, 2026. This traveling exhibit from the Indiana Historical Society (IHS) takes visitors on a ride through Indiana’s rich automotive past. Visitors to this exhibit are invited to also view current displays on Marion’s Crosley factory and the Indiana Truck Corporation at the History Center. Auto Indiana explores the mark Indiana's inventors and innovators such as Elwood Haynes and Ralph Teetor and
First United Methodist Church Announces August Events
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 46953. August 1 (Saturday) FREE FAMILY & KIDS EXPO will be hosted by First United Methodist Church,
How Marion Works Podcast Featuring Jamie Keys of Abide Collective
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!
GCYPN Relaunches to Connect the Next Generation of Grant County Leaders
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 to connect emerging professionals, strengthen community engagement, and showcase everything Grant County has to
Professor Shares Soccer History Expertise in World Cup Discussion
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 Cup is really reminding people that we like each other, that the citizens of these different countries are fun.
Political science professor recognized as Hoosier Resilience Hero
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 professor of political science. He noted that his father won several awards for being an early adopter of best
Computer science senior plans MBA as next step
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 than playing casually.” As he prepares to graduate May 14, Sonnenberg, from Kokomo, said being part of the team
December grad overcomes obstacles to earn dental school admission
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 within a few days she’d had a stroke. Luckily, it didn’t have long-term effects — and did not keep her from
America at 250: Reflections on Community Exhibit at Minnetrista
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, storytelling, and shared reflection, visitors are invited to consider their own experiences—and how individual
Lisa Edwards on How Marion Works: The Podcast
Catch the Latest How Marion Works Podcast ft. Lisa Edwards of MFD