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Graduation Artists' Work Showcased in Senior Thesis Exhibition
Graduating artists’ work showcased in Senior Thesis Exhibition KOKOMO, Ind. — Celebrate the accomplishments of Indiana University Kokomo’s New Media, Art, and Technology (NMAT) program graduates at the annual Senior Thesis Exhibition.The exhibition opens Friday, April 17, and continues through Thursday, May 14 in the Gallery, in the IU Kokomo Library Building, 2300 S. Washington St. Admission is free, and free parking is available on campus.The show represents the culmination of each artist’s studies and
City of Marion Provides Funding to CASA of Grant County
Marion High School to Present Beloved Stage Classic Annie
MHS to present beloved stage classic Annie Marion High School is bringing the well-loved, family-friendly musical Annie to the main stage at the Walton Performing Arts Center this week! The cast features students from Marion High School as well as McCulloch Junior High. Come out and enjoy this heartwarming tale of the orphan who rises above a cruel and bitter start to bring light and love to the world around her, featuring some of the greatest musical theatre hits ever written, including the
Nominate an Outstanding Senior for LifeStream's Golden Hoosier Award during National Volunteer Month
Nominations are now being accepted for the LifeStream Golden Hoosier Award. LifeStream is seeking those special older adults who demonstrate excellence, passion, and commitment to volunteering and helping others in their community. A committee will choose the top nominees and choose the winner of the LifeStream Golden Hoosier Award. This individual will then be nominated for the state of Indiana's prestigious Golden Hoosier Award. Nominations are due by April 20, 2026. Guidelines 1. Nominee
Mental Health Matters Scheduled for May 14th
Golden Senior Olympics
Retirement Open House for Dorine Ward
Retirement Party - Dorine WardCelebrate With Us! DORINE WARD | 22 Years of Service RETIREMENT OPEN HOUSE Thursday, April 23, 2026 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM EDTCedar Creek of Marion Assisted Living725 50th St, Marion, IN 46953-6409RSVP
Save at Fairmount Pro Hardware's Customer Appreciation Day
JOIN US APRIL 11TH FOR OUR FIRST EVER CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAY!Get ready for Customer Appreciation Day with amazing sales, free treats, and our biggest SALT SALE ever – you won't want to miss it!
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
No Yard Waste Dumping 4/6 Due to Seasonal Mulching
Citywide Maintenance will not be accepting any yard waste dumping on Monday, April 6th, 2026, due to seasonal mulching. The location at 520 E. 6th St. in Marion will resume accepting yard waste on Tuesday, April 7th. *Dates may change depending on the weather.
Profitable Doesn't Mean Protected: Recession-Proofing Your Grant County Business
Recession-proofing your small business means building cash reserves, tightening collections, retaining key employees, and keeping customers close — all before economic pressure forces those decisions. Profitability alone doesn't guarantee survival: a 2025 peer-reviewed umbrella review in the Review of Managerial Science found that small businesses face steeper recession risk than large firms due to restricted capital access, limited managerial capacity, and dependence on a narrow customer base. For
A Practical Path Forward: Free Workshop Series Continues for East Central Indiana Entrepreneurs
In economic development circles, there is often a tendency to talk about entrepreneurship in broad, aspirational terms—innovation, disruption, growth. But on the ground, in communities like those across East Central Indiana, entrepreneurship is far more personal. It is measured in long hours, careful decisions, and the quiet determination to build something that lasts. That is precisely where the East Central Indiana Small Business Development Center (SBDC), in partnership with the Grant County
Campus Certifications Lead to Law School and Love
KOKOMO, Ind. — Connections made at Indiana University Kokomo prepared Sam Robinson for his future after graduation — both professionally and personally. Robinson, from Camden, graduated with degrees in sociology and criminal justice, with a minor in psychology, in December 2025, and has been admitted to the IU Maurer School of Law in Bloomington with a full scholarship. Professors and campus police officers guided him to opportunities including working as a campus cadet police officer; an internship
Grant County WorkOne Workshops for April 2026
Northwood Manor Senior Resource Expo
Angel Memorial Ceremony, April 26, 2:00pm
Marion Health’s Family Birthing Center will host an Angel Memorial Ceremony on Sunday, April 26, at 2:00 p.m. at the Grant Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel, 1606 W. 26th St., Marion. This special service of remembrance is dedicated to families who have experienced the loss of a baby at 20 weeks or earlier. The ceremony offers a meaningful opportunity to honor and remember the little ones who never made it home. Following the service, families will have the opportunity to visit the cremation garden, where
REALTORS® Association of Central Indiana Holds 4th Annual Charity Event & Announces Award Recipients
2026 CHARITY EVENT & AWARDS RECOGNITION NIGHT The REALTORS® Association of Central Indiana (RACI) hosted its annual Charity Event, raising $9,200 for Josiah White’s. The event, which featured a silent auction and a video highlighting Josiah White's mission, was met with enthusiasm and support from attendees. 2026 REALTOR® OF THE YEAR Jordan Moran of Modern Real Estate in Logansport was named the 2026 REALTOR® of the Year. Since becoming a REALTOR® member in 2021, Moran showed up as a
First Farmers Bank & trust Welcomes Nathan Smith as Assistant VP, Commercial & Ag Lender
CONVERSE, Ind. (March 26, 2026) — First Farmers Bank & Trust is pleased to announce the appointment of Nathan Smith as Assistant Vice President, Commercial & Ag Lender at itsConverse location.Bringing more than a decade of experience in sales and management, Nathan is honored to join the First Farmers team and looks forward to building strong relationships within the community.In his new role, he will manage and service an established loan portfolio while leading efforts to originate new commercial and
CASA Sand Sculpture Artfest Registration Open
Registration is now open for the 2026 CASA Sand Sculpture Artfest: Shaping Growth – 18 Years and Counting, which will be held Saturday, July 11th. Register for this year's event at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfoaHCEsJffGQ18eNHRpcHBhBf4a0tH_T4_jFK_NISYp16aCw/viewform?usp=header
IUK Professor Recognized as a Distinguished Scholar
Professor recognized as Distinguished Scholar by the Indiana Academy of Science Hisako Masuda, Indiana University Kokomo professor of biochemistry, was honored by the Indiana Academy of Science (IAS) as its 2026 Distinguished Scholar. The award is given to an individual who is recognized by the IAS as having an exceptional record of scholarship. Recipients are selected from nominations submitted to its awards committee. “I was surprised,” said Masuda, who joined IU Kokomo’s faculty in 2013. “I feel there
3 Marion High School Students Accepted to Ivy League Schools
Marion High School is proud to highlight an outstanding accomplishment by the three of our top students in the Marion High School Class of 2026: All three have been accepted to Ivy League schools! Though they are all still working through the decisions about where they will continue their studies after they graduate from MHS, we are proud to highlight these impressive accomplishments: Grace Carpenter has been accepted to Yale University and Harvard University Richard Detamore has been accepted to
MJH Student earns prize at national art competition
A McCulloch Junior High School student recently earned a national award in the annual Scholastic Art and Writing competition. Tallulah Gibson, MJH 8th-grader and a CSA Arts Academy student, was awarded a National Silver Key in the sculpture category at national level competition for her piece titled “Cuddle Bug”. Tallulah’s art advanced to the national competition by earning the highest regional honor, a Gold Key. The piece also received a juror’s award at the regional level. She also was awarded a
MPL History Center - New Exhibit
Indiana Disasters, a Traveling Exhibit from the Indiana Historical Society: April 2-30, History Center Lobby at Marion Public Library It is no secret that—in Indiana—extreme weather such as floods, tornadoes, blizzards and drought persist year to year. The way humans interact with their environment also leaves people vulnerable to disasters, such as ?res, crashes, spills and explosions. Historically, stories of these events have been passed down from generation to generation, including biological,
Knowing When to Part Ways: A Practical Guide for Handling Employee or Contractor Terminations
Business leaders, HR managers, and founders eventually face one of the most difficult management decisions: letting someone go. Whether the person is an employee or a contractor, the decision affects morale, productivity, and the organization’s culture. Handling the situation thoughtfully protects the company while maintaining fairness and professionalism.Key Takeaways Performance patterns matter more than isolated mistakes. Clear expectations and documentation reduce legal and operational
How Huntington Business Owners Can Make Every Presentation Pay Off
Public speaking is one of the most underleveraged growth tools available to small business owners. A single well-delivered talk can generate leads, open doors with investors, and establish your credibility faster than any ad campaign. For owners connected to the Greater Grant County Chamber, that opportunity is closer than most realize — and the business owners who step up to speak are consistently ahead of those who don't.The Real Cost of Staying Quiet If you've decided public speaking "just isn't for
Why Financial Literacy Is a Core Skill for Small Business Owners
Small business owners operate at the center of every major decision their company makes. Financial knowledge—understanding cash flow, costs, pricing, and profitability—helps owners make decisions that keep the business stable and growing. Without a clear grasp of the numbers behind operations, even a strong product or service can struggle to sustain itself. When entrepreneurs understand how money moves through their company, they gain the ability to plan ahead, manage risk, and respond to unexpected
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
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.
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