Derek Belton’s reappointment to another term on the county’s planning and zoning commission was stayed last week — at least for the time being. County commissioner Clarke Dirks proposed that the seat ...

In 1977, Peggy Blackman stepped into a role that would shape Marion for decades. Today, she warns that the city’s government has grown distant from the people it serves — and that the consequences are ...

A private family Mass is planned for Marie Theresa (Jirak) Davis, 83, who passed away peacefully Dec. 21, 2025. She lived a full and meaningful life, grounded in faith, family, and quiet strength. A ...

COUNTY'S PROCEDURAL NIGHTMARES:   2 commissioners vie for chairman, from Marion County Record for Jan. 7, 2026 ...

No visitation is planned for Emma Elizabeth Douglas, 88, who died Dec. 27, Born Feb. 2, 1937, to Harry “Chris” and Anna Maria (Thohoff) Colgin on her family’s farm near Bayard, she married Merle ...

Political disagreement is fine. In fact, it’s to be encouraged. That’s how democracy works. But when people on both sides begin resorting to overwrought intimidation tactics, it’s time to stress that ...

City leaders contacted state and federal lawmakers after the proposal was revealed and have heard back from KDOT and project engineers. Despite those conversations, Mayor Lou Thurston said, the city ...

Cattle is Heath Shields’ family story in Marion County. Today, Shields is working to ensure that legacy continues. Shields traces his family’s ranching roots back to 1889, when his ...

Rosauer agreed to delay Cody’s trial, scheduled for February until the weeks of June 22, July 13, and Aug 31. Attorneys agreed and will decide which week is best. Rosauer said he would like the trial ...

A highly charged city council meeting last week in which Peabody police accused the city’s mayor-elect of violating their privacy and endangering their families has erupted into an online petition ...

Bina was drafted and served six years in the Kansas National Guard. He married in 1968. Although some of the men he trained with were sent overseas, Bina remained stateside. Over the decades, Bina has ...

Every morning from Monday to Friday and sometimes Saturday a group of six Marion residents meet at the Sit Down to sip coffee and hang out for more than an hour. The group consists of Robin Bazil, ...