(Video) Marion Bakery Asked to Audition for Cupcake Wars

Marion's Take the Cake Gourmet Cupcakery has been singled out with eight other cupcake bakers nationwide to audition for the Food Network's Cupcake Wars.

First Iowa Gallon of E15 Gas Sold in Marion

The Linn Co-op recently became the first gas station in the state to sell the E15 ethanol blended fuel.

You Can Be a Network Manager or 'Pet Stylist' — 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.

Election 2012: Local Business Owners Start Obama Council in Marion

Three local business people have joined a campaign to sway business owners to vote for President Barack Obama in the 2012 election.

Marion's Linn Co-Op Oil Co. Among First to Offer E15 Fuel

The Iowa Renewable Fuel Association is starting a billboard campaign in the area announcing that E15 ethanol/gasoline will be coming to the Linn Co-op Oil Company.

Dish Network Subscribers May Miss Iowa-Iowa State Game; Here are Some Places to Watch in Marion

It's not clear if Dish Network will carry the in-state rivalry football game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and Iowa State Cyclones, but we have some suggestions of where to watch.

Marion Mixer at Linn Animal Hospital

Tropical Storm Isaac Expected to Cause Steep Increase in Marion Gas Prices

AAA officials have said that Tropical Storm Isaac -- soon expected to become Hurricane Isaac -- may cause gas prices in Iowa to rise 25 cents a gallon.

Who Took Iowa Gold Back to Marion at Iowa State Fair?

The Iowa State Fair has ended, but who in Marion came back home with a medal?

DISH Network May No Longer Carry KGAN, KFXA

Negotiation between the stations' owner and DISH Network have hit a rough patch.

Marion's New Cupcakery 'Like Nothing I Have Had'

Megan Knatz opened Take the Cake Gourmet Cupcakery in Marion last week. Demand from customers has far surpassed her expectations.

Rockwell Collins Eliminates 55 Jobs in Cedar Rapids

Rockwell Collins announced to employees on Monday that cuts are coming mostly to their government systems operations department

Dog Days of Summer

CEO of Business Under Investigation for Missing $220M has Marion Ties

Peregrine Financial Group founder and CEO Russell Wasendorf Sr. reportedly attempted suicide in Cedar Falls Monday.

New Homebrew Shop Brings Slice of 'Heavan' to Marion

Joseph Williams, owner of BIY Homebrew supply in Marion, has made a long trip from inception to completion of his idea: opening up a homebrew supply store in Marion.

Survey Hints at Casino Opening in Cedar Rapids

Residents have been receiving a phone survey on their preferences for a potential Cedar Rapids casino.

Best Locally Bought Fathers Day Gifts in Marion

Where can you get a good father's day gift in Marion? Read to find out.

Girls' Night Out: Toast to Summer at Culver's, benefitting Variety

Danika Holmes Live on Culver's Patio

Encore: Chamber President: Blue Zone Director to Come to Marion

Marion Chamber of Comerce President Jill Ackerman said the Blue Zone Project is encouraging Marion to apply for next year's designation.

Marion's a Part of Iowa's 'Creative Corridor,' But Does it Feel Like It?

The organization, Corridor 2020, is aiming to brand the Iowa City and Cedar Rapids area as a single "Creative Corridor," but as residents of this alleged "Corridor," does it feel like we are neighbors?

Where do You Go When You Go Antiquing in Marion?

In our latest iteration of our twice-monthly readers' choice poll, we ask you where you go for antiques in a town known for its selection.

Who's Hiring in Marion?

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

Report: Claims Against Marion Broker Dismissed

Three investors filed claims against a broker based in Marion. The claims have been dismissed.

Who's Hiring in Marion?

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

Guess Which Grocery Store (With a Location in Marion) is One of America's Favorites

Shoppers heart an Iowa-based grocery store, according to a survey of Consumer Reports' subscribers.

Marion Readers' Choice Poll: Where Do You Go for Fine Clothing?

Where do you go when you want to clothes shop in Marion?

Will Marion's Storm Drain Fee Hurt Business?

A group of Marion business owners met and discussed what it's like to live and operate a business in Marion — the good and the bad.

Tabor Home Wine Tasting at Culver's

Five Essential Facebook Pages To "Like" in Marion

The social media presence of these Marion locales reaches a space far bigger than their brick-and-mortor walls.

Marion Uptown Revisited

Old and new businesses combine for a truly Main Street America Experience

Workout Locale Overwhelmingly Wins Marion Patch Readers Choice Contest

Marion Patch readers have made a clear statement about which gym the prefer.

Marion: Where do You Work Out?

With all the amenities that Marion has to offer, where do you go when you need a workout?

Where’s the Best Place to Work Out in Marion? You Tell Us in ‘Best of Patch’ Reader Poll

Beginning Monday, Feb. 27, we’ll launch the first of our “Best of Marion Patch” reader polls.

Reviving Marion's Uptown: Happenstance on Seventh

The newly opened clothing and artwork shop features items repurposed from discarded materials.

Reviving Marion's Uptown: Ramsey's Metro Market

It opened late last May, but the Wine and Cheese Bar/Deli has made a big impact in Marion's uptown district.

Reviving Marion's Uptown: Domicile

Marion Patch spoke with Deb Witte, owner of the recently opened a high-end consignment furniture and art store.

Sip in Style at Culver's Garden Center

Culver's Garden Center Annual Holiday Open House

Park Farm Wine Tasting at Culver's Garden Center