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Marion Community Day event a success
Marion Community Day at Rent One Park was Friday, June 26 when the Southern Illinois Miners faced off against the Washington Wild Things. Hundreds turned out to show their community spirit and support for the Marion Grad Spree program by attending the tailgate party and game.
Published: 06/26/15

Unemployment Rates Down in All Metro Areas
May was the fifteenth month in a row that unemployment rates fell in every metro area in the state compared to a year ago, according to preliminary data released today by the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Rates also fell in all of Illinois’s 102 counties. Not seasonally adjusted data compares May 2015 with May 2014.
Published: 06/25/15

Movie Night at Walker's Bluff to benefit the Marion Chamber Foundation
Despicable Me Outdoor Movie Showing at The Gazebo
Date: Friday, July 10, 2015
Gates open at 5:30 p.m.
Published: 06/23/15

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony held at House 2 Home Realty
A Ribbon Cutting Ceremony was held on June 12 at 11:30 a.m. at House 2 Home Realty's new office in Marion located at 2400 A Williamson County Pkwy.
Published: 06/12/15

June Monthly Membership Luncheon held at Kokopelli
The Marion Chamber of Commerce Monthly Membership Luncheon was held on Tuesday, June 9 at noon at Rent One Ballpark.

The presentation was given by Mike Pinto, Manager of the Southern Illinois Miners.

Mayer Networks was the sponsor of the June Monthly Membership Luncheon.
Published: 06/09/15

"Illinois - The State of Innovation" -- 2015 Edition Now Available
The Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity is pleased to announce the 3rd edition of Illinois – The State of Innovation.
Published: 06/01/15