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5K4K9 Race Results Now Available
The 2015 race results have been posted online.
06/06/2015 12:31 PM
Yard Waste Drop-Off Facility Hours
The Yard Waste Drop-off Facility is open six days a week and available to those who receive curbside service.
06/03/2015 8:21 AM
Weigh-in on Indian Creek Watershed Management Plan
Open houses set for June 2 and June 3 at Lowe Park in Marion to gather input.
05/29/2015 10:35 AM
Marion High School Students Paint Storm Sewer Intakes
Help alert people that anything going into the storm sewer drains into the waterways.
05/22/2015 12:05 PM
Marion Police Department 5K4K9 Planned for June 6
The annual fundraiser supports the K9 unit of the Marion Police Department.
05/18/2015 9:23 AM
Work to Begin Monday on 13th Street from 8th to 10th Avenues
The project is expected to be completed in early July.
05/15/2015 2:02 PM
Marion's Hotel/Motel Grant Application Now Available
The City of Marion is now accepting grant applications from any group, non-profit, or other organization with a benevolent purpose for a project that increases tourism within Marion.
05/04/2015 3:05 PM
Marion Fire Offers Open Burning Safety Reminders
Open burning is not allowed within Marion’s city limits. However, a recreational fire that is in a fire pit, outdoor fireplace, chimnea, portable fire pit or grill is permitted as long as the following guidelines are met.
04/30/2015 11:05 AM
Grill Safety Reminders
The Marion Fire Department asks that you keep these tips in mind when you fire up the grill this summer.
04/30/2015 11:00 AM
Sign up for Personal Linn County Weather Alerts
The local LinnAlerts system is programmed to send notices to registered users on cell phones and landlines within the alert area when a alert has been issued. Sign up today to receive alerts on your phone.
03/27/2015 10:55 AM
Local Coalition Receives Funding from American Planning Assn to Combat Chronic Disease
Marion is proud to be a partner in the coalition - which will work to increase opportunities for physical activity and improve nutrition, especially among low-income Linn County residents.
03/24/2015 2:45 PM
Marion Police Department Designates "Safe Zones" for Online Sales Transactions
The lobby and parking lot at the Marion Police Department will provide a safe place for transactions to occur.
03/23/2015 9:58 AM
Marion City Council to Consider Code Amendment
The first reading of the revised ordinance is set for April 9.
03/20/2015 11:00 AM
Signs in the Right-of-Way
Signs will be removed if placed within the City right-of-way.
03/20/2015 10:53 AM
Practice EDITH - Exit Drills in the Home - To Keep Your Family Safe
Taking a few minutes to go over a plan with your children in case of an emergency could save their lives.
03/19/2015 4:16 PM
Marion Submits Reinvestment District Application to State
Marion's proposal features six cornerstone projects including: a central plaza, east end hotel and convention center, library expansion/ mixed-use redevelopment, two historic building renovations and a parking ramp/mixed-use redevelopment project.
03/17/2015 11:08 AM
Two Marion Senior Living Projects Awarded Incentives
The Iowa Finance Authority recently announced federal Housing Tax Credit and HOME program awards to 13 affordable rental projects in the state, two of the projects will be built in Marion.
03/12/2015 4:27 PM
Nine Marion Streets Approved for Asphalt Overlay in 2015
The streets selected are those that appear to be in most need of repair and present a benefit to the greatest number of drivers.
03/11/2015 4:40 PM
Milkweed and the Monarch Butterfly
Monarch butterfly populations are continuing to decline at alarming rates due to increased urban development and recent changes to agricultural practices in Iowa.
03/10/2015 9:05 AM
Public Hearings to be Held Concerning Topsoil Requirements
Cedar Rapids will host one of the upcoming public hearings: March 18, 6 p.m., City Services Center, Five Seasons Conference Room, 500 15th Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids.
03/10/2015 8:55 AM