Marion Now - Moving Our Community Forward

Traci Kinsler, Commissioner at Marion Public Health, joined us to update everyone on the coronavirus situation here in Marion County this week. Traci addressed the surge in numbers at our prisons and what that means to community spread. She also talked about what the lessening of restrictions might mean for Marion residents and businesses beginning May 1,

Marion Mayor Scott Schertzer updated us on the current coronavirus situation in Marion City. He talked about what's happening at MCI, NCCI and the Multi-County Jail He also talked about community spread, due to the surge at the prison. The Mayor also talked about his thoughts in regards to walking back restrictions at City Hall and with city services and employees. The Mayor finished by talking ab...

OhioHealth-Marion General Hospital Psychiatrist, Dr Shyamala Bheemisetty joined the podcast to talk about our stress and mental health during the Stay At Home order. Many are struggling and Dr. Bheemisetty offered some great advice on how to lower our stress, improve our mental health and help our kids during this time of isolation and togetherness.

It's National Library Week! Diane Watson joined us on the podcast to talk about what happening this week at the library to celebrate, even though we can't be together. Plus Diane talks about how the library is helping you stay connected to all their assets and adds some phone help to walk you through being able to find and consume the content.

On Wednesday, our 87th Ohio House State Representative Riordan McClain issued a statement regarding his feelings and opinions about getting, not only our district, but the entire state back to work. He also wants your ideas, thoughts and feelings about this issue and any other you may have. http://www.ohiohouse.gov/riordan-t-mcclain

Marion Public Health Commissioner, Traci Kinsler, gave us an update on the COVID-19 situation in Marion County. She addressed why the numbers showed a surge in the past 5 days, she addressed our nursing homes and assisted care facilities and how they're doing, she also talked about the plan to bring us out of this situation. She also talked about a vaccine, what our life will look like until we ge...

Marion Mayor Scott Schertzer took time to get everyone caught up on the coronavirus situation in the city. He had a message for all of us on where we are in this together, how virtual city council meetings are going, your tax deadline has been extended and he thanks our critical frontline workers, and officers, too.

Businesses of all sizes in the Marion area are all asking, "What is the PPP?" And, "What is the EIDL?" They're wondering if they qualify, they don't know where to turn next and they keep hearing other struggling business owners say it's been difficult to get themselves and their businesses set up. Jon Ferguson,from Fahey Bank, joined us to make it so much simpler.

Marion City Police Lt. BJ Gruber talks about how the MPD has adjusted to the changes ordered by the Health Department and State Government during the coronavirus outbreak. He talked about the community videos they've been putting out on social media, crime and how it's changed in the last month and how they're helping to enforce the State's "Stay and Home" order.

Jessica Moon with Roth Bacon Moon Attorneys speaks on how a small business owner can get assistance during the Coronavirus Quarantine. She also speaks on the questions many people have on continuing with their estate planning at this time.

Marion Public Health Commissioner Traci Kinsler joined the Marion Now Podcast to update everyone on how Marion is doing with the COVID-19 situation. She addressed the testing questions, what is an essential business and how Marion Public Health is checking on them, she talked about PPE in our county and our hospital's capacity when a surge comes.

This week, Marion Mayor Scott Schertzer's update includes information about Recreational Fires on your property, the Critical Operations Plan for city services and departments, what law enforcement is working on and the fire department establishing a COVID-19 Response Unit and Building to respond to calls from those who have been exposed.

Welcome to The Ghost Sisters Podcast! In this first episode you'll meet the team at Ghost Sisters: Mandy, Dawn, Chasity, and Meg! The Ghost Sisters talk about how they got together, why they do what they do and dig into some of their paranormal experiences to date.

Robb Lust, The Dog Professor from Edgefield Animal Care Center, joined us for an episode to talk adress the question, "Can My Pets Get Coronavirus?" He also talked about how Edgefield Animal Care Center has changed with the "Stay At Home" order in Ohio, keeping your dog in a routine with everyone working from home, and why you need to stay current with your pets meds and preventative. http://www.e...

Unfortunately, this years Red Cross Radiothon will have to be cancelled. Paul spoke with Phyllis Hendrix, a Red Cross Volunteer, about the decision and how you can still help our Red Cross Chapter. To donate, give blood or get more details about our Red Cross, just go to https://www.redcross.org/local/ohio/buckeye/about-us/locations/north-central-ohio.html

Marion Mayor Scott Schertzer talked about how the city is continuing to react to the coronavirus situation. He addressed city services, street paving programs, City Council Meeting changes and how the police are enforcing the Physical Distancing issues in the parks and common areas.

There are plenty of activities available at our Marion County Park District, James Anderson, Naturalist, has some great activities you can do on your own, with your family and practice Safe Distancing. Things like walking, biking, bird watching, watching nature emerge in the spring time and soon so much more. James has also began doing lessons on the Marion County Park District's social media page...

The need for blood is critical right now. Max Miller from The American Red Cross Central Ohio Region is in charge of the blood drives in Marion county. He joined us today to talk about why you should donate, where you can donate and how easy it is to save up three lives in about 30 minutes of your time. Call 1-800-Red-Cross for details or www. RedCrossBlood.org

Eric Mosley, sports personality and host of "One Mo Thing", chimed in on how this situation is treating him and his thoughts on how we should go about getting past this thing they call coronavirus.

Marion Mayor Scott Schertzer joined me to update everyone in the city about the current State of The City under the coronavirus situation. He spoke about City Hall closing, utility billing, income tax filings and payments and about how city services have changed in the past few weeks. He also addressed the biggest question you have about businesses staying open during this "Stay At Home" order fro...

Marion Public Health Commissioner Traci Kinsler joined us to talk about Coronavirus in Marion. She talked about where we are today and what might happen next. She addressed "Why factories are still open" and "What do you do if you think you have been exposed to COVID-19." She answers these key questions and explains the Executive Order her and Mayor Schertzer issued yesterday. Listen and have many...

Marion Mayor Scott Schertzer gives an update on what the city government is doing in the wake of the COVID-19 virus pandemic.

Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the need for blood in our area and country is CRITICAL! Red cross of North Central Ohio Executive Director Todd James details the issues and instructs you on how to help in this podcast episode! www. RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-Red Cross to help!

Dr Heather Columber, a family practice Doctor in Marion and a Associate Medical Director for Primary Care for OhioHealth, address the COVID-19 Pandemic and how it effects Marion. PLUS she offers her advice on staying healthy, how you should react if you're not feeling well and how to keep yourself mentally healthy with this new way of living.

Jessica Moon from Roth Bacon Moon Attorneys talks about the importance of choosing the right attorney to fit your needs.