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Wednesday, May 21, 2025
First Farmers Bank & Trust Partners with New Life Ministries to Support Local Families in NeedFirst Farmers Bank & Trust Northern Region Team at New Life Ministries 2025 Spring Banquet
CONVERSE, Ind. (May 20, 2025) — First Farmers Bank & Trust is proud to announce a new partnership with New Life Ministries, a local nonprofit committed to serving individuals and families in need through vital ...read more
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Wednesday, May 21, 2025
BRIDGES TO HEALTH CLINIC HIRES EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
The board of directors of Bridges to Health free health clinic is pleased to announce that it has hired Greg Maynard as the organization’s executive director.
“We’ve extremely excited to have someone with Greg’s background as our new executive director,” said Kelley Hochstetler, board chairperson for Bridges to Health. “His vast experience with ...read more
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Monday, May 19, 2025
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Monday, May 19, 2025
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Monday, May 19, 2025
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Surf Internet construction crews install fiber-optic cable in a residential neighborhood, part of the network expansion that has now reached more than 200,000 serviceable addresses across the Great Lakes region.
ELKHART, Ind. (May 13, 2025) – Surf Internet® has reached a major milestone with the completion of its 200,000th fiber-optic internet ...read more
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Wednesday, May 14, 2025
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Commencement celebrates achievements of the Class of 2025
KOKOMO, Ind. — In an explosion of cream and crimson confetti and a fanfare by a brass quintet, the Class of 2025 graduated during Indiana University Kokomo’s 56th Commencement on Tuesday (May 13).
Anticipated thunderstorms held off for the outdoor ceremony, held under cloudy skies. More than 400 graduates processed from ...read more
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Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Home Repair Assistance Helps 18 LocalsShareemailfacebook
May 12, 2025 | Web Administrator
The City of Marion’s Home Repair Assistance Program approved last year is helping a total of 18 residents with various needed home repairs throughout Marion. These are just a few of many smiling faces from this program to improve our city while helping with blight elimination.
The City ...read more
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Wednesday, May 14, 2025
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Summers of Marion Recognized as One of the Best Places to Work in Indiana for Third Consecutive Year
Summers of Marion is proud to announce its inclusion in the 2025 Best Places to Work in Indiana list ranking in the Top 5 of the Small-Medium Company category, a prestigious recognition awarded by the Indiana Chamber of Commerce and Workforce Research Group. This marks the ...read more
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Wednesday, May 14, 2025
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Marion, Indiana 46952
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Community Foundation of Grant CountyEmail: Meagan@GiveToGrant.org
May 7, 2025
Collabora Launches “Data Drive” to Power Informed Decisions in Grant CountyA new ...read more
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Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Marion High School joins Rural Early College Network
Marion Community Schools is pleased to announce that Marion High School is joining the Rural Early College Network.
The Center of Excellence in Leadership of Learning at the University of Indianapolis has selected MHS as a partner school in the Rural Early College Network 2.0.
Through this program, funded by a $10 million education ...read more
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Wednesday, May 14, 2025
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Wednesday, May 14, 2025
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Wednesday, May 07, 2025
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IUK students demonstrate water conservation to area middle schoolers
KOKOMO, Ind. — It’s one thing to hear when you throw a candy wrapper out your car window, it could end up as trash in a nearby creek.
It’s another to see that demonstrated in bright colors.
Students from Indiana University Kokomo showed the impact of litter and other pollutants on the watershed at a recent ...read more
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Wednesday, May 07, 2025
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Tuesday, May 06, 2025
Think Small, Act Big: Fun Ways to Boost Local During Small Business MonthAnother calendar page has come and gone and with it, we’re ushering in May and Small Business Month. There’s no better time to show some local love! Small businesses are the heartbeat of our community. They’re the coffee shops where we meet friends, the boutiques that stock one-of-a-kind finds, and the service providers who ...read more
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Tuesday, May 06, 2025
15+ Inexpensive Ways to Advertise Your Business
You know the old adage, “It takes money to make money”? While that may be true, marketing and advertising don’t have to cost a fortune. In fact, some of the most effective ways to get your business noticed are either free or surprisingly affordable (especially with the technology available). Whether you’re just getting started or trying to ...read more
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Tuesday, May 06, 2025
Indiana Wesleyan University Accredited by National Organization for Financial Integrity
MARION, IN (May 6, 2025) – Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU) has received official accreditation from the Evangelical Council for Financial Integrity (ECFA), a national organization recognized for promoting financial integrity among Christ-centered institutions.
The accreditation affirms IWU's commitment ...read more
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Tuesday, May 06, 2025
Industrial Robotics Bootcamp - Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) Level 1
Ready to launch your skills in advanced manufacturing and automation? Join us for an immersive PLC Manufacturing Skills Academy designed for those new to programmable logic controllers (PLCs) or looking to solidify foundational knowledge.
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Gain hands-on experience with PLC hardware and software ...read more
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Tuesday, May 06, 2025
During National Small Business Week (May 4-10, 2025), we hope you’ll find the IRS resources for small business owners noted below and in the attached as information which you can share with your those who operate, or are considering starting, a small business.
Here are some IRS small business resources that can help your education efforts:The attached promotion bundle, which includes themes, ...read more
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Monday, May 05, 2025
SHRM CP/SCP Certification Preparation
Build the knowledge and confidence you need to succeed on the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP exam.
This interactive, three-day virtual bootcamp is led by Ivy Tech’s Executive Director of Human Resources and provides expert instruction alongside comprehensive preparation materials.
What’s Included:Live, instructor-led Zoom sessionsStudy materials and guided ...read more
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Monday, May 05, 2025
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Monday, May 05, 2025
Explore More Family Fun with New Hours and Activities at Betty’s Cabin
April 30, 2025
Media Contact: Brea Cunningham, Director of Marketing & CommunicationsE-mail: bcunningham@minnetrista.netTel: 765.287.3525
Muncie, IN—Minnetrista Museum & Gardens is thrilled to announce exciting updates to the hours at Betty’s Cabin, now welcoming families every Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and ...read more
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Monday, May 05, 2025
Registration at: CASA's 17th Annual Sand Sculpture Artfest - Google Forms
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Wednesday, April 30, 2025
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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 ...read more
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Wednesday, April 30, 2025
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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 ...read more
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Wednesday, April 30, 2025
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., ...read more
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Wednesday, April 30, 2025
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 ...read more
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Wednesday, April 30, 2025
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 ...read more
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Wednesday, April 30, 2025
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 ...read more
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Wednesday, April 23, 2025
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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 ...read more
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Wednesday, April 23, 2025
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Contact: Leeah Peters, Marketing Coordinator DWD Technology Group 260.423.2414 lpeters@dwdtechgroup.com
Victoria Vath Joins DWD as a Systems Consultant DWD Technology Group (DWD) is pleased to announce the addition of Victoria Vath as a Systems Consultant. Victoria has over 12 years of experience with Sage 100. She has worked with Sage 100 Crystal Reports for 20 years. ...read more
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Wednesday, April 23, 2025
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Wednesday, April 23, 2025
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 ...read more
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Wednesday, April 23, 2025
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Tuesday, April 22, 2025
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 ...read more
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Tuesday, April 22, 2025
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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. ...read more
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Tuesday, April 22, 2025
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 ...read more
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Tuesday, April 22, 2025
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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 ...read more
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Tuesday, April 22, 2025
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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 ...read more
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Tuesday, April 15, 2025
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Wednesday, April 02, 2025
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Wednesday, February 12, 2025
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Monday, April 29, 2024
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Tuesday, September 26, 2023
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 ...read more
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