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Art in the Alley is blooming day by day

Marion Times | October 20th, 2016 Jake Balcom's "Alley Blome" During the alley project's visioning process, many community members requested plant material, seating and artwork inspired by nature. So a few benches and planters with seasonal greenery will be scattered…

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Threaded Curio, open for business

By Alyssa James, Correspondent | Marion Times | October 20th, 2016 Uptown Marion is a place of charm, culture, and discovery. While it is undergoing lots of changes, it is growing and adding new businesses. Each business is unique and…

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You’re meant to fly, butterfly

By Alyssa Vicente | Marion Times | July 15th, 2016 While these renovations will help lead Marion to its fullest potential, it is most often hard see past the orange cones and construction vehicles and see our beautiful city. To…

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Marion soars above at annual High Five!

By Deirdre Ryan | Marion Times | June 16th, 2016 On Wednesday, June 8, the Marion Chamber of Commerce, the Marion Economic Development Corp (MEDCO), Uptown Marion, and a variety of Marion City Officials hosted the second annual High Five!…

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Biking trend takes over Uptown Marion

By Deirdre Ryan | Marion Times | May 12th, 2016 Within the last decade the biking frenzy has really boomed throughout the nation, especially in the State of Iowa. Although this trend seems to be a new concept to some, bicycling and…

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Uptown Snug Brings Irish Comraderie

By Deirdre Ryan | Marion Times | April 7th, 2016 Although the popular Irish holiday of Saint Patrick's Day has come and gone for the year, very soon, there will be a way to celebrate the luck, the love, the laughter, and…

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Eclipse Trading Post brings ethical trade

By Alyssa Vicente | Marion TImes | March 24th, 2016 Ethical Trade. Earth Friendly. Eclipse Trading Post. As a new business to the area, Eclipse Trading Post brings in a unique, and international flair to Uptown Marion. Featuring certified, curated fair-trade, social…

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