Marion Public Health

03/07/2026

Please join us on Saturday, March 7th from 1-4pm for our Family Fun Day at the Marion Coliseum. There will be free hotdogs, chips, water, popcorn, and cotton candy while supplies last. Also, kids can enjoy bounce houses, face painting, and kid-friendly activities provided by our exhibitors. There will also be hourly prize drawings for adults and kids. You won't want to miss this!

03/06/2026

We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Butch Winslow for 17 years of service as the District Advisory Council President.

Thank you for being a champion of public health and the dedication you have provided to our agency!

03/06/2026

Have you checked out our new Health Education page yet?

Our health educators provide education and programs for all ages. You can even request a class for your organization or business from the website!

Check it out here: https://marionpublichealth.org/health-education/

03/05/2026

👶 The results are in... babies are BOOMING!

In 2025, Marion County had 744 births including 380 baby girls and 364 baby boys.

These days of the year had the most births with 6 each day: January 6th, 13th, and 21st, March 18th, July 1st, 15th, and 24th, and September 15th!

03/04/2026

It's the first week of !

This year's theme is Discover the Power of Nutrition!

We would like you to power your day with nutrition by packing a healthy lunch:
🥦 Choosing foods from all food groups
🍎 Alternating your food choices to get a variety of nutrients
⛔ Avoid fad diets that promote unnecessary restrictions



Check out these additional resources to get you inspired:https://feedva.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Pack-It-Cook-book-Bag-Lunch-TBP-v4.pdf andhttps://feedva.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Pack-It-Cook-book-Bag-Lunch-TBP-v4.pdf

03/02/2026

Marion Public Health is growing!

We are seeking a motivated Administrative Support Professional for 15-20 hours a week. If you're someone who is passionate about customer relations and needs a part-time job, we'd love to hear from you.

Follow the link to learn more: https://marionpublichealth.org/administrative-support-professional-job-posting/

03/02/2026

Leadership Lesson: We may miss a date or a social media post, but we never miss the value a person brings.

This March, we’re proud to recognize Schelby Gabel in our Employee Spotlight for everything she does for Marion Public Health.

Congratulations, Schelby — and thank you for your dedication to our community!

03/02/2026

02/27/2026

1 in 10 high school students face dating violence.

If you’re in a similar relationship, know this: You are not alone. You are deserving of a healthy relationship. Love is not about pain, pressure or control. What’s something respected love would never ask you to give up? Tell us!

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month .

United States Teen Dating Violence Stats
🚨4,105 Teens daily are victims of dating violence
🚨10% of U.S. Teens have been the victim of dating violence
🚨23% of females who experienced DV prior to r**e
🚨10% reported sexual victimization for a dating partner

Find more resources for parents, teens, and educators at teendvmonth.org and loveisrespect.org

02/25/2026

02/25/2026

As a grandparent or other caregiver raising children whose parents cannot, you can apply for WIC benefits for children up to age 5 in your care!

With WIC, you'll have access to healthy foods, nutrition counseling, healthcare referrals, and more!

Contact our WIC clinic at 740-383-5533 or email us at wic@marionpublichealth.org

02/23/2026

Too cold to go outside to play? Here are 3 indoor activities to get wiggles out or get your creativity flowing!

🎨 Make paper chains or paper crafts like snowflakes using construction paper or printer paper.
⭐ Use painters tape to make a hopscotch board on the floor.
📺 Put your favorite kid friendly music videos or silly movie on the TV and have a dance-along party.
🌈Do a rainbow challenge, try to find items at home in each color category of the rainbow. Whoever completes their rainbow first wins!

Learn how WIC can support your family, contact our WIC clinic at 740-383-5533 or email us at wic@marionpublichealth.org