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Briefs: Marion Technical College awarded $350,000

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Marion Technical College awarded $350,000

MARION - Marion Technical College (MTC) has been awarded an Innovation Grant by the Ohio Department of Higher Education.

This grant is a part of Gov. John Kasich’s higher education strategies to enhance the quality of higher education while making it more affordable for students to receive an education.

Marion Technical College is receiving a grant of $350,000 to expand its Graduate Pathways to Success (GPS) program. In 2016, MTC partnered with the Marion City Schools to implement the GPS program.

This initiative identifies economically disadvantaged youth while in the eighth grade and sets them on a path to earn an associate degree by the time they graduate from high school by utilizing the College Credit Plus program, thereby earning a degree without incurring any debt.

Employers, including Honda of America, Whirlpool, and OhioHealth, have been directly involved in the GPS program development and have committed to provide employment opportunities for students who complete the program.

CSX railroad to close roads in LaRue

LARUE - CSX railroad will be closing roads in LaRue next week. 

The railroad is replacing ties in its road crossings.

Roads that may be affected in Marion County include Front Street, Section Street, Dry Lane Road, Decliff Road, and S. Carey Street.

The length of the closure is unknown at this time and depends upon weather and worker speed, according tot Safety Services and Supply, Inc.

Ribs and Chicken Fest set Aug. 19

MARION - Ribs and Chicken Fest will take place at 6 p.m. Aug. 19 at Marion Country Club. A cash bar will open at 5 p.m.

The event will feature a raffle and auction items.

Cost is $25. Proceeds will benefit the Marion Area Humane Society. For reservations, call 740-387-0974 or email events@marioncountryclub.com. 

Linn Hipsher Road closed until Aug. 25

MARION COUNTY - Linn Hipsher Road (CR 195-C) between Pole Lane Rd and New Road has closed for a bridge replacement. The Marion County Engineer's Office anticipates the road will reopen Aug. 25.

North Union Board to meet

RICHWOOD - The North Union Board of Education will meet at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 21 at 12920 Ohio 739.