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…
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…
By Nancy Grindle | Marion Times | July 26th, 2016 The Embroiderer's Guild of America, the Cedar Valley Chapter of EGA, and the Marion Heritage Center are working together to present an exhibit of some of the finest needlework from across the…
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…
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!…
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…
By Alyssa Vicente | Marion Times | April 7th, 2016 Another Road Brewing, Marion's own brewing company and bar is moving from the 8th Avenue law firm basement into a new home location on 9th Street. Another Road Brewing has been at…
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…
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…
By Deirdre Ryan | Marion Times | March 3rd, 2016 In the daily world of responsibilities, tasks, chores, and the "to-do's," it is always nice to have a little "guilty pleasure" to fall back on. Whether it's relaxing with a good book,…