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You won't want to miss Preschool Storytime on the Marion Patch calendar

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Hey hey Marion! Your one-stop source for local news is here. Continue reading for all the updates. ☕️️

Coming up on the calendar:

  • Preschool Storytime at Marion Public Library
  • Chair Yoga with Tammy at Marion Public Library
  • Teen Crochet Class at Marion Public Library

... and check out 9 more events on the calendar!

Today's riddle: What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Sunny and very warm, with a high of 81 and low of 62 degrees.
  • Monday: A few showers in the morning, temps: high: 84, low: 58.
  • Tuesday: Mostly cloudy and not as warm, with a high of 73 and low of 52 degrees.

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  • At first glance, it looks like workers are simply replacing the parking lot near Ellis Park.
    However, crews are also paving the way for something much bigger: the West Side Flood Control System. Along with undergoing pavement and sidewalk… (Nextdoor )
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    We have two important projects happening close to each other downtown. 3rd Street SE from 8th Avenue to 5th Avenue is receiving new asphalt, curb and… (Nextdoor )
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath?" — A dirty double crosser ! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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