Compiled from microfilm files
10 years ago
january 26, 2000
Lee Becker was chosen Tuesday to fill the unexpired term of Marion County Sheriff Dan Harper. He takes office Tuesday. Republican precinct committeemen and committee-women elected Becker during a 40-minute convention.
Marion Chamber of Commerce will sponsor a “fools night out” March 31 in downtown Marion. Karaoke, dunk tank, bake sales, and carnival games will be offered. Also planned is a labor auction.
Ellen Darrow hosted family dinner Sunday to celebrate the January birthdays of Jim Darrow and Gene and Traci Lanning. Other guests were Kaye Darrow, David and Michael, and Debi and Bill Darrow.
Jost Construction of Marion was awarded the bid Thursday to build a new x-ray suite at St. Luke Hospital. The new suite will be located on the south side of the west wing.