Cardinal Project News Today

A public art project that debuted in 2021 is helping to boost tourism. The 17 cardinal statues are also a way to showcase local artists.

Marion Area Convention and Visitors Bureau Director Bev Ford said the agency is reviving the Marions Amazing Treasures promotion this summer.

The 2021 - 2022 class of Leadership Marion! is launching the Marion WEC Community Center to provide Marion County youth a safe place to spend time.

The Downtown Marion Cardinal Project features 17 sculptures designed and painted by Marion County artists and is attracting visitors to the city.

The Marion Community Foundation honored outgoing and incoming board members during its 2022 annual meeting.

A family gathering is how Marion Community Foundation president and CEO Dean Jacob characterized a recent reception following the organization’s annual meeting. Jacob addressed the gathering of nearly 200, sharing his “state of the organization” and welcoming the four newly elected Board members. 

A family gathering is how Marion Community Foundation president and CEO Dean Jacob characterized a recent reception following the organization’s annual meeting. Jacob addressed the gathering of nearly 200, sharing his “state of the organization” and welcoming the four newly elected Board members. 

People interested in making Marion better need to do more than complain, they need to get to work the editorial board argues.

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson City Council held a meeting to talk about the zoning for "Tall Oaks Freeman.”