Marion was a small community of about 2,000 people when inventor Edward Huber and his wife, Elizabeth, came to Marion to build a revolutionary invention in 1865. The move accelerated Marion’s growth and development which their son, Frank, continued. “In my opinion, the Hubers were the most influential family in Marion and shaped Marion’s future […]
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Active Corgi Among Fastest in the Nation
Nancy Carey’s adopted 7-month-old puppy was way more active than her six past Corgis. “Lily got into everything and was so fast I couldn’t catch her,” Carey said. “She is smart, agile and athletic with a huge herding instinct.” After many stolen socks and shredded paper towel rolls, a dog trainer suggested Carey take Lily […]
Nurse and Marathoner Left a Legacy of Health
A Marion woman died at age 92 but leaves a long legacy of health and helping patients. Nancy Cline was among the first graduating class of nurses at Marion Technical College in 1973. The family came together to help Nancy succeed. She had two children: Bill and Terry. “I was in high school. I did […]
Y-Men Service Club: Help Neighbors in Need for 82 Years
In 1943, a group of Marion men met in the basement of the local YMCA and started service organization. Eighty-two years later, generations of members have helped neighbors in need. “The club’s motto is: ‘People serving people.’ That’s what we do! All proceeds stay in Marion and help construct wheelchair ramps for Marion residents with […]