Incorporated in 1982, Alloway’s path to success began when owner, John Hoffman started his career at Alloway in 1979 as the sole laboratory analyst for the company. Two years later, John purchased the company and expanded the operation to include a total of 3 employees. Alloway continued to grow in size and analytical capabilities, and […]
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2020 Celebrate Marion Honorees
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2020 Celebrate Marion Honoree Video
Learn more about the amazing people, places, products, and programs that make Marion a great place to live, work, play, and learn!
Volunteers Bring Comfort to Local Hospice Patients
By MarionMade!
With kindness and compassion, a group of dedicated local volunteers supports those in hospice care. While many people fear death and dying, these local volunteers make sure patients and their families are not alone during this difficult time. Several hours a week, until the COVID-19 pandemic, dozens of local volunteers from their 60s to their […]
OJ McDuffie
By MarionMade!
In the excitement of the football playoffs, it is a great time to share the story of someone, born in Marion, who played Big Ten college football and was a wide receiver in the National Football League for eight seasons. His name is Otis James McDuffie. McDuffie played college football for Penn State University and […]
MAPP: MarionMade! and a Model for Ohio Celebrating 40 Years
By MarionMade!
Marion is fortunate to have many thriving social service organizations. Marion Adolescent Pregnancy Program (MAPP) is proud to be MarionMade! and serving the community for over 40 years. Its founder, Dr. James Bazzoli, retired from the board of directors in January 2020, but this was his brainchild, and his knowledge and guidance over the years […]
