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From Marion to the Emerald City: Carly Augenstein’s Journey to the Stage

By Wendy Weichenthal on October 7, 2025

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A Marion native who once sang her heart out as Annie at the Marion Palace Theatre eventually soared across the stage as Elphaba in Wicked. Actress and singer Carly Augenstein has carried her Marion roots with her every step of the way. “I loved growing up in Marion! I think of Marion as a ‘big […]

Jude’s Chill Cycle brings ice cream to local customers of all ages

By Wendy Weichenthal on September 29, 2025

A tall boy with short hair sits on a long bicycle with two trailers hauling coolers. It has a canopy over the top.

On a warm afternoon in Marion, children run toward the street with smiles on their faces. But instead of chasing down an ice cream truck, they’re flocking to Jude’s Chill Cycle — a freezer-packed, four-wheeled bike with a canvas roof, pedaled by a 13-year-old entrepreneur. That entrepreneur is Jude McNamara an eighth-grader at Grant Middle […]

Marion Strong Project: Brock & Amy Parker of Luke 3:11 Ministries

By Wendy Weichenthal on September 12, 2025

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Author: Chris Massey  Every town has people who quietly make a difference, and here in Marion, we’re lucky to have Brock and Amy Parker. Through their work with Luke 3:11 Ministries, they’ve turned simple, everyday needs—clean clothes and full bellies—into powerful acts of love that strengthen our community. Lumpy Loads of Laundry Clean clothes may […]

Local Business Owner Builds More Than Concrete—He Builds Community

By Wendy Weichenthal on June 16, 2025

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For Edgar Silva, concrete is more than just a job — it’s a passion that’s shaped his life and honors his roots. Silva, owner of Veloz Outdoors in Marion, has spent the last decade pouring more than just sidewalks and driveways. He’s poured his heart into building a life and a business from the ground […]

Marion Mourns the Passing of Beloved Restaurateur, Veteran and Icon George Kasotis

By Wendy Weichenthal on June 11, 2025

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Legend. Veteran. Entertainer. Entrepreneur. After 91 years serving our community and our country, George James Kasotis died on May 29, 2025. “George will forever be remembered as a pillar of our community. He will be greatly missed,” Julie Blashinsky Blackledge said. “George always championed Marion and was such a gracious host. He will be dearly […]

Marion County Council on Aging: Helping Senior Citizens

By Wendy Weichenthal on April 7, 2025

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Senior citizens who live at home independently have a local agency ready to help. The Marion County Council on Aging has been serving residents ages 60 and older with a demonstrated need since 2006. Helping All Senior Citizens in Need Regardless of Income “Many people assume that we only serve seniors with limited financial resources. […]

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