The Marion Star

The Marion Star, which was previously called The Marion Daily Star, is a newspaper located in Marion, Ohio. It is part of the Gannett Newspaper group.

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Wendy's, Takis collaborate on new spicy meal: When you can get it

1 day ago | marionstar.com | Gabe Hauari

Wendy's and Takis have teamed up to turn up the heat this summer. The fast food chain announced Tuesday, June 17 it has collaborated with Takis on a limited-time meal called the Takis Fuego Meal. The meal features the Takis Fuego Chicken Sandwich and Takis-inspired Fuego Fries, according to Wendy's. The items will be available at Wendy's restaurants in the United States beginning June 20 and in Canadian locations starting June 30.
Constantinos Chavatzas died Sunday in a one-vehicle wreck in western Crawford County

2 days ago | marionstar.com | Zach Tuggle

A Bucyrus man died Sunday in a one-vehicle wreck. Constantinos Charles Chavatzas, 20, had been driving northbound on Knauss Road north of Ohio 294 when his vehicle veered off the road, according a report from the Crawford County Sheriff's Office. Chavatzas was driving a black 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage that went off the west side of the road and hit a tree about 3:31 p.m. Sunday in western Crawford County.
Teenagers are more likely than adults to be killed in a wreck. Here's what to know.

1 week ago | marionstar.com | Zach Tuggle

The deadliest time of the year has arrived on Ohio roads, especially for teenage drivers. On average, eight people nationwide are killed every day of the summer in teen-involved driving crashes, according to AAA data. Across the country, 13,135 people were killed from 2019-2023 in a crash involving a teen driver. "Over 30% of those deaths occurred during the 100 deadliest days between Memorial Day and Labor Day," AAA notes.
What time does 'Manchild' come out? Release date, time for Sabrina Carpenter's new single

1 week ago | marionstar.com | Haadiza Ogwude

Sabrina Carpenter will soon release a new single that has the potential to be another summer hit for her. The "Espresso" singer teased her new single, "Manchild," on social media on June 2. In the video clip, Carpenter is seen hitchhiking on the side of a highway sporting a white button-up shirt, baby blue heels and denim cutoffs, per USA TODAY. "this one’s about you!!" Carpenter wrote in a separate social media post.
RFK Jr. shares his opinions on kids' autism, ADHD and more

2 weeks ago | marionstar.com | Lori Comstock

President Donald Trump's commission to "Make America Healthy Again," led by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has released an alarming report on what they say are driving childhood chronic disease.
Who is Mohamed Soliman? Records reveal Colorado terror suspect tried to purchase a gun

2 weeks ago | marionstar.com | Christopher Cann |Phaedra Trethan

Mohamed Sabry Soliman, the man who authorities say attacked a pro-Israel event in Colorado and left 12 people with burn injuries, tried to purchase a gun and took a concealed carry course but opted instead to use incendiary devices when he could not legally buy a gun, according to court documents. Soliman nodded and quietly said "yes" when asked routine questions about his detention by a judge as he appeared virtually from Boulder County Jail for a bond hearing on June 2.
South Central do enough to hold off Buckeye Central in Div. VII district semifinal

2 weeks ago | marionstar.com | James Simpson II

GALION − In the bottom of the fifth inning during Thursday's Division VII district semifinal, the 4-1 lead South Central held over Buckeye Central had been cut to a one-run game with one out. South Central head coach Nick Kirk went to the mound to talk to his group and to make sure his team settled down, especially after making two infield errors. "Just the confidence that we will make the next play," said Kirk, relying after the game what he told his team.
Pa. angler gets bucket list fish of a lifetime over his birthday holiday weekend in Erie

3 weeks ago | marionstar.com | Brian Whipkey

Brian WhipkeyPennsylvania Outdoors ColumnistScott Bielanin caught a 53.5-inch, 42-pound muskie in Lake Erie. With injuries suffered during the catch, the fish was kept and will be mounted. While a trophy, Bielanin expressed mixed emotions about keeping the "unicorn fish."Lake Erie presented a Pennsylvania angler with a belated birthday bucket-list fish of a lifetime in Erie.
Athletes of the Week: You pick the top accomplishments in the Marion area

3 weeks ago | marionstar.com | Rob McCurdy

It was a tough week for Marion-area high school baseball and softball teams. The only squad still playing this postseason is Highland in baseball. Marion Harding wrapped up the boys tennis season by earning a piece of the Mid Ohio Athletic Conference regular season championship, beating Pleasant 4-1 with all four wins coming in three sets in the finale.
Aces of Trades: Led by faith, driven by purpose - Troutman’s mission to uplift youth

3 weeks ago | marionstar.com | Drew Bracken

Woman behind effort to bring MLK services to the areaDrew Bracken/Special to Marion StarMarion StarLora Troutman founded and leads The Peace and Freedom Committee, a nonprofit promoting unity and education. The organization hosts events like a MLK speech contest and breakfast, a women's luncheon, and a community service award. Troutman, inspired by her grandmother and faith, returned to high school while working and raising a family.