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Marion County approves several contracts; OWEB riparian evaluation accepted 2–1 after concerns The Marion County Board of Commissioners approved multiple consent-agenda contracts and proclamations on April 1, 2026, and voted 2–1 to accept a $142,888 Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board grant for a streamside evaluation and riparian shade assessment after Commissioner Colm Willis raised concerns about potential state mandates.

Marion County commissioners have made pivotal decisions, including a controversial grant for a riparian evaluation, stirring discussions on potential impacts for homeowners and developers.

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MRN THIS WEEK: Prop. 61 | Muddy River TV+ Proposition 61 on the Tuesday, April 7, 2026 ballot in Ralls and Marion is a local transportation measure. It asks voters whether to: What the project is A “yes” vote: A “no” vote: MRN’s J. Robert Gou...

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Council member denies conflict-of-interest allegations tied to Marion County data center project A Marion County council member addressed an online article alleging land-transaction conflicts tied to a proposed data center, calling the reporting fabricated, denying ownership of the cited property and urging colleagues to maintain transparency and due diligence.

A Marion County council member vehemently denies allegations of financial conflicts tied to a controversial data center project, calling the claims "fabricated" and urging his colleagues to uphold transparency in leadership.

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Marion County tables proposed ban on large commercial solar, asks planning staff for more study Facing concerns about agricultural impacts and township coverage, commissioners voted to table a proposed countywide ban on large-scale commercial solar in unincorporated Marion County and asked planning and zoning to research options and public input over the next six months.

Marion County commissioners have put a pause on a controversial ban on large-scale solar projects, sparking a heated debate over agricultural land use and renewable energy options.

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Florida Marine Veteran to Leave US After Long Citizenship Battle Despite serving in the Marine Corps and building a productive life in the U.S., Paul Canton faces deportation back to a country he hasn't called home in 35 years.

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Marion County reinstates ODHS intergovernmental agreement, adds $1.35 million for juvenile services The board approved Amendment #3 to reinstate and add $1,350,000 to an incoming funds IGA with the Oregon Department of Human Services for Title IV-E reimbursements to support 2.5 FTEs and administrative costs through Sept. 30, 2027.

Marion County just secured an additional $1.35 million to bolster juvenile services, ensuring crucial support for our communities through 2027!

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Teen Tackles Axe-Wielding Suspect at Marion County Car Wash Sudden Threat at Local Business An employee at a Marion County car wash is being credited with stopping a potentially dangerous situation after tackling a man who was reportedly carrying…

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Marion County approves federal funds, ARPA contract amendment and an eminent domain resolution for State Street project The Marion County Board of Commissioners approved an ODOT amendment adding $6,249,999.58 in federal funds for right-of-way and construction on the State Street project and approved a resolution authorizing property acquisition and eminent domain for parts of the project. The board also approved ARPA contract amendments to support Brooks-Hopmere drinking water improvements.

Marion County is making major strides in infrastructure with nearly $7 million in federal funding for the State Street project and critical improvements to drinking water services.

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Poster that says countdown to 2026 Loretto Motherhouse Peace Committee is hosting a series of candidate meetings. This is the third session in this series. Candidates for Marion County Sheriff. Jeff Caldwell - Democrat, Ray Gardner - Democrat, William Chad Rakes - Democrat. Saturday, March 4, 4-5 pm in the Loretto Motherhouse Conference Room

Join the Loretto Motherhouse Peace Committee for a Marion County Sheriff Candidates Forum. The event, open to all, will take place 4 to 5 p.m. ET Saturday, March 14, in the Conference Room of the Motherhouse Academy Building, 430 Academy Lane, Nerinx, Ky. #MarionCounty #Kentucky #Loretto

Several structures were damaged along with extensive damage to trees. One residential home was moved several feet away of its foundation. At least two people were injured in the tornado.

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Jefferson Pleasant planning commissioners pause permit reviews while zoning rewrite and enforcement plan progress At a March 3 Planning & Zoning meeting, the commission reviewed a draft zoning ordinance, received legal guidance that National Register listing does not itself allow local property restrictions, discussed manufactured‑home rules and inspection needs, and voted unanimously to pause routine building‑permit reviews until enforcement arrangements and ordinance details are settled.

Jefferson Pleasant's Planning & Zoning Commission has hit the brakes on permit reviews as they navigate the complexities of a new zoning ordinance and enforcement plan.

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Rural Ohio residents don't want to be forgotten in major road project - Gracie Collins

Marion County Commission adopts Article 27 after residents urge county‑wide rules for wind and solar After hours of public comment, the Marion County Commission voted to adopt Article 27 — a planning‑commission draft of zoning rules for wind and solar projects — saying the county needs consistent, enforceable protections rather than a temporary ban.

Marion County residents rallied for consistent zoning rules, leading to the adoption of Article 27 to protect their communities from unregulated wind and solar projects.

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Commission hears data‑center briefing; directs counsel to draft 90‑day moratorium County commissioners heard a technical briefing on data centers — types, power/cooling needs, state incentives and local zoning levers — and directed counsel to draft a 90‑day moratorium resolution to allow staff to develop regulations and run public workshops.

Marion County is hitting the pause button on data center applications for 90 days to ensure proper regulations and community input are in place.

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Join us at 7 pm ET Saturday, Feb. 28 at the Loretto Motherhouse. 430 Academy Ln. Nerinx, Ky. 40049. #Kentucky #MarionCounty #Concert #Loretto #LorettoMotherhouse #LorettoCommunity

Marion County town hall reviews wind-turbine impacts, state law limits local bans A town hall in Marion County informed residents about wind-turbine technology, local impacts observed in Carroll County and the limits set by Arkansas law (Act 945). County officials were told they can adopt stricter local rules but cannot enact blanket bans without risking legal challenge.

Marion County residents learned about the complex realities of wind farms, from towering turbines to potential legal limits on local authority, at a recent town hall meeting.

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Jefferson approves $1 million TXCDBG downtown revitalization application with $50,000 match The council authorized submitting a Texas Community Development Block Grant application for a $1 million downtown revitalization project and committed to a $50,000 local match (minimum 2% cash required); staff will hire a grant administrator if the city advances to Phase 2.

Jefferson City is taking a bold step towards revitalization by pursuing a $1 million grant for downtown improvements, but they need your support to make it happen!

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Auditor issues clean opinion but warns Jefferson to address water and sewer funding; recommends rate study Auditor Golub, Morgan & Petty presented an unmodified (clean) audit for fiscal year ending 09/30/2025, highlighted about $5.4 million in grant funds held as deferred outflows, and advised the council to address water and sewer fund sustainability by pursuing a rate study and considering borrowing strategies.

The city received a "clean" audit opinion, but urgent warnings about water and sewer funding and the need for a rate study have raised eyebrows among council members.

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Marion County town hall outlines Arkansas law, setback rules and legal limits for local wind projects At a Marion County town hall, county JP Tommy Dean Johnson and attorney John Russo explained Arkansas’s Wind Energy Development Act (Act 945) and told residents counties may adopt stricter ordinances but cannot impose blanket bans without legal risk.

Marion County residents gathered for a crucial town hall to learn how state laws govern wind energy projects and the limits on local control—what does this mean for the future of renewable energy in your community?

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Jefferson council authorizes application for $1M downtown revitalization grant, agrees to $50,000 match The council authorized submission of the Phase 1 Texas CDBG downtown revitalization application (potential $1,000,000 grant) and committed the recommended $50,000 local match, with staff instructed to hire a grant administrator to meet an April 3 phase‑1 deadline.

Jefferson City is stepping up for a $1 million downtown revitalization grant, but they need your support to secure a crucial $50,000 local match!

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Jefferson council appoints outside substitute municipal judge after DA referral; public speaker urges broader inquiry Council appointed Ryan Henry as a substitute municipal judge to handle a municipal case the district attorney declined to prosecute as a felony; city attorney and a public speaker clashed over how the matter has been handled and whether more investigation is warranted.

In a surprising move, Jefferson's City Council has appointed an out-of-town judge to ensure fairness in a controversial municipal case, igniting calls for greater transparency from concerned citizens.

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Commission tables short‑term rental and wind‑energy text amendments for review and legal clarification Planning staff presented proposed text amendments to Article 19 (short‑term rentals) and Article 27 (wind energy). Commissioners asked whether existing conditional‑use permits would need to comply and requested legal opinion and clean drafts; both items were tabled to the next meeting.

Marion County is considering major changes to short-term rental rules and wind energy regulations that could reshape local business and environmental standards.

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Marion County adopts one-year moratorium on certain data‑center activity and approves energy-storage resolution The Marion County Commission voted to adopt a one‑year moratorium on certain data‑center and related energy/discharge activities starting March 1, 2026, and separately approved Resolution 202609 regarding a battery energy storage system.

Marion County is hitting pause on major data-center projects with a new one-year moratorium, as officials work on permanent regulations for energy storage!

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Candidates in Marion County forum focus on water, broadband, roads and taxes ahead of early voting At a Jefferson Gemplicute forum, contested candidates for House District 7, county commissioner, treasurer, JP and party chairs outlined priorities: water governance and Lake Of The Pines, broadband expansion, road equipment and property-tax relief were the dominant themes.

Candidates in Marion County are tackling urgent issues like water governance, broadband access, and property taxes just as early voting approaches!

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Commissioner reads resolution urging exemption of counties from Texas hotel occupancy tax An unidentified speaker presented a resolution urging that Texas counties be exempted from the state hotel occupancy tax, arguing counties provide state services yet are not exempt; a motion to pass the resolution was made but no recorded vote appears in the transcript.

A bold resolution in Texas is challenging the hotel occupancy tax, arguing that counties deserve exemption just like federal agencies and charities—could this spark major legislative change?

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