Marion Road 'Blows-Up' Under Last Week's Intense Heat

Linn County Engineer Steve Gannon said that last week's heat wave caused a road blow-up on North 10th Street.

Top 9 of Iowa: Obama's Back, Man Arrested for Facebook Comments, Readers Say 'Neglect' After Dog Dies in Iowa Heat

Among other top stories, a Waukee daycare has reopened after it closed in a stir when its host church tried to create an ethics code for staffers. It is reopening separate from the church.

Weird Iowa: Naked on the Mall, Ice Substitutes for Cash, 'Bridezilla' Blows a Gasket

Weird crime, weird weather, weird wheelie, weird nudist, weird Iowa.

Quaker Oats' 'Shipping 20' Jackpot Winners Named, Includes 2 From Marion

The names have been released for the group of 20 Quaker Oats shipping employees that won the lottery last month.

Poll: Another Teen Injured Jumping Off Bridge; Should it be Illegal?

The Linn County Supervisors failed to make jumping off of bridges illegal, but the popular past time has injured another teen.

Marion Weather: 'Dangerously Hot Temperatures' Expected with Heat Index up to 115 Degrees

The National Weather Service has announced a hazardous weather outlook and an excessive heat warning for Marion today.

Which Summer Movies are Most Popular in Marion?

We've compiled a list of the most render movies borrowed from several Marion Redbox locations.

Route Maps Released for RAGBRAI 2012

RAGBRAI has released detailed maps of the 2012 bicycle route.

Weather Alert Issued For the Entire Week in Marion

It is hot, hot, hot, and relief is nowhere in sight.

Marion: Ten American Dishes for the 4th of July

Taste of Home's Top 10 Iconic American dishes just in time for the Fourth of July.

Marion Oil Co-op Blames 'Big Oil' for Delaying Plans for Ethanol-Gasoline Blend - E15

A Marion Cooperative Oil Company said they've been stifled in their plans to offer an ethanol/gasoline mixture by failing to send the gasoline mixture through Iowa gas pipelines.

Where to Go to See Fireworks in Eastern Iowa: Fourth of July 2013

We've created a handy map detailing the locations of each city where you can find a firework celebration for the Fourth of July.

All Power Restored in Marion

Alliant Energy spokesperson Scott Drzycimski said all power has been restored following Friday's massive thunderstorm.

Marion Weather Forecast: Unrelentingly Hot This Week

Throw away your blankets. It's going to be a hot week.

Still Energy Outages From Massive Thunderstorm in Marion

Alliant Energy Spokesperson, Scott Drzycimski, said there are still customers in Marion without power after last night's thunderstorms.

(Video) Watch Marion Trained Rescue Dog Find Man, Pull Him Out of Hole

In a test performed by the Marion rescue-dog training company, Disaster Dogs of Iowa, one a trained dogs hunts down the scent of a man in a crowded, garbage-laden landscape.

Severe Thunderstorms, 70-MPH Winds May Come to Marion Tonight

The National Weather Service has announced a hazardous weather outlook for today, due to a potential for severe thunderstorms.

Beatles, Heat and Puppies: Week Four of Marion By Moonlight

Marion by Moonlight wrapped up Thursday night with a concert by retro-rock cover band, Silver Wings.

How Has Marion Changed After Weeks of Construction?

The City of Marion's Engineering Department has released info on the ogles and ogles of construction taking place in Marion.

Weather Alert: Marion

We have this caution from the National Weather Service.

Leaving Marion? Gas Prices Falling in Iowa, Elsewhere

Check out where in Marion to get your gas. There are a few places to get it on the cheap.

Explore Wilderness Around Marion Over Fourth of July 2013, Summer Break

Where you can go to totally immerse yourself in nature and in summer in and around Marion for Fourth of July 2013.

Iowa Jobs Around Marion

Have a job opening? Add it in the comments, post it as an announcement or add it to our Jobs listings section.

What to Do on the Fourth of July Around Marion

Who said there's nothing to do in Marion?

Marion: Could Your Facebook Photos on Vacation Lead to a Home Invasion?

Area police are warning Iowans to be careful when they leave town on a vacation.

Weird Iowa: Oops! Do-Over on Council Vote, Little League Obscenities, and Bush League 'Parenting'

Weird vote, weird crime, weird sports, weird vampire hunter, Weird Iowa.

Which Movie is Marion's Favorite?

Here are the top five movies rented from Redbox in Marion, according to www.redbox.com, in the last week.

Police: 'Family-Related Issues' Leads Marion Man to Threaten Attack with His Car

The following information was provided by the Marion Police Department. Arrests do not indicate a conviction.

Did Marion Police Use Craigslist to Uncover Sex Trafficking?

Police have not said which website they used to for a big prostitution sting, but they've offered what sounds like a big hint.

Linn County Uses Budget Surplus to Fund Slashed Organizations

Linn County Supervisors have approved $100,000 in surplus money to fund two programs that were earlier subject to budget cuts

Weather Service Warns of Heat Index in the Triple Digits

The National Weather Service has warned the public about two very, very hot days this week.

Cedar Rapids Moves Hundreds of Geese to Coralville Lake

The City of Cedar Rapids have addressed their geese problem by herding 520 geese and moving them to the Coralville Lake.

Marion by Moonlight Week Three: Screeching, Beer and Ice Cream

Marion's popular concert series, Marion by Moonlight, drew approximately 1,000 people to Marion Square Park.

Former ISU Stars - Current and Future NBA Players - Craig Brackins and Royce White Shine in Des Moines Summer League Game

The ISU stars — one now an NBA free agent and the other ready for the draft — take part in the YMCA Capital City Basketball League.

Quaker Oats Employees Quietly Share $241M Jackpot Amongst Themselves

Twenty Quaker Oats employees pooled together their money to buy lottery tickets, now that they've won, they are splitting the winnings evenly between themselves.

Who's Hiring In Marion?

Here are five places around town that are hiring. Have a job post? Let us know.

People of Marion: Today is Summer Solstice 2012

It's the first official day of summer and the longest day of the year.

Should Marion Expect Thunderstorms, Hail and Heavy Rain Tonight?

The National Weather Service has announced a hazardous weather outlook; saying that there's a high chance of thunderstorms tonight, and a lesser chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon.

Facebook Users: Simple Step to Make Sure You Still Get Marion Patch News

Because of changes to Facebook pages, many of our posts are only visible to a handful of users. Here's how to make sure you still get Patch news on Facebook.

Kirkwood Approves Salary Increase That Will Cost School $2 Million Per Year

Kirkwood Community College and the Kirkwood Faculty association have aggreed on a faculty raise.