In 1982, a tornado destroyed the McKinley school building at 904 N Court St. Continue reading
In 1855, a four room frame building in the 200 Block of West Jefferson Street, was more than adequate for the city’s needs. This facility was called the “Washington Combined School” building Continue reading
Mayors of Marion, Illinois 1839-2015 Continue reading
The rapid increase in Marion’s population from 1900 (2,510) to 1920 (9,582) made providing adequate school facilities a serious problem. A new high school was required. Continue reading
