Don't Like Mowing Your Lawn? Neighbors Can Stick You With a $170 Bill

When residents won't cut their lawn, a Marion city staffer will come mow it and leave the resident with a bill that can range from $100 to $400.

Watch Out for Flooding in Marion over Next Few Days

With more rain on the way, forecasters can't rule out the possibility of flooding in Linn County.

SLOW DOWN!! Police Say More Speed Traps on I-380 Today

Officers from the Linn County Sheriff’s Office, Cedar Rapids Police, Hiawatha Police, and Iowa State Patrol will conduct enhanced traffic enforcement on I-380 on Tuesday, May 28.

Marion Woman, Former Treasurer Convicted of Tax Evasion After Taking Thousands from Wyoming City

Leslie Diane Zynda was sentenced to 24 months in prison to be followed by three years of supervised release, and ordered to pay $276,705 in restitution to Guernsey, WY and $75,089 to the IRS.

Marion Police Help Investigate Suspicious Package in Cedar Rapids

The Cedar Rapids Police was notified of a suspicious package at Wilson Ave and I-380 SW. Wilson was shut down for about 90 minutes, but is now reopen.

Free Home Buyer Education Classes Coming to Cedar Rapids, June 4

Free Home Buyer Education Sessions will be offered to the public June 4.

Pancheros Mexican Grill Gets Wild With Free Burritos For a Year Promotion at Cedar Rapids Location

Need a Laugh? Marion High School with 'Expired Prison Food' and 'Sewage Spills' for Rent

Marion High School is the subject of a prank on Craigslist.

Update: 1 in Critical Condition After 3 Found Shot in Cedar Rapids; Police Seek 2 Men

Cedar Rapids police are investigating a shooting at 1232 3rd Avenue SE No. 3.

Corporate Espionage and Cyber Wars

Five Years Out: Ongoing Impacts and Challenges of the 2008 Floods

Five Years Out: "Trouble the Water" Curator Talk and Reception

Davenport Breakthrough Basketball

Cedar Rapids Breakthrough Basketball

Marion Arts Festival

Community Showing of Sexy Baby Documentary

Free Alzheimer’s Workshop for Family Caregivers

Free Alzheimer’s Workshop for Family Caregivers

A children's book reading/signing - Danny Strikes Out In America

The Creative Corridor Project Launch

Dream Catcher Workshop-POSTPONED

Coffeehouse Night at Lowe

2013 HDSA Cedar Rapids Hoop-A-Thon

Linn County Public Health Open House

Down on the Farm with the CCC Boys! A Musical Tribute to the Civilian Conservation Corps

Chili Cook-off and Bake-off

Marion City Council Member Resigns: Should Voters Call for Special Election?

Lou Stark has resigned his seat on City Council to accept a position leading the Department of Student Affairs at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio.

Marion Woman Honored as 'Volunteer of the Year' for Main Street Iowa Contributions

Judy Hull, of Marion, helped with Marion's Main Street application.

3 Ways to Celebrate Your 2013 Graduate on Patch

Whether your child is graduating from college, high school or preschool, find out how to post a free graduation announcement on Patch!

'Would Be The Awesomest Thing in the World': Residents Hopeful Natural Food Co-Op Comes to Marion

New Pioneer Co-Op is considering opening a new location, and Marion, Cedar Rapids, North Liberty and Iowa City are under consideration.

MAP: It's Patio Season, Where Can You Sit Outside With a Beer or Cocktail in Iowa?

The patio season is here, and there are more than 3,000 places in Iowa that allow adult beverages outdoors. Search the map to plan your next happy hour, bike ride stop or night on the town.

How to Help the Tornado Victims of Moore, Oklahoma

Some helpful links with information for how to pitch in as Oklahomans try to pick up the pieces today from yesterday's massive tornado.

Coming Soon! Marion Patch Gets a New Look (And That's Just for Starters)

In one week, Marion Patch will have a brand new design and a whole new way to connect.

Memorial Day 2013: What's Open and What's Closed?

Here's are some of the Marion, Linn County and Cedar Rapids places that will be open or closed for the holiday.

Severe Weather Alert: Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Linn, 38 Other Iowa Counties

The chance for severe weather across Iowa continues tonight.

Report: Suicide Threats Up in Marion: Resources for Those in Crisis

Nationally, the number of suicides has increased, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Child Care, Photography, Cooking, Sales and More Iowa Jobs Around Marion and Cedar Rapids

Job hunting in Marion and the Cedar Rapids metro or simply curious about who's hiring? Check out a few job openings here.

The Most Popular Baby Names in Iowa

How many Sarahs were born in 1991? What year was Matthew the most popular? How many babies got your name the year you were born? Explore our database of Iowa baby names from 1910 to 2011.

Drunk Driving and Disorderly Conduct Charges: Marion Police Blotter

The following information was provided by the Marion Police. It does not indicate a conviction.

Drug and Assault Charges: Marion Police Blotter

The following information was provided by the Marion Police. It does not indicate a conviction.