The city of Marion was planned as the seat of McDowell County because Sam Carson, its founder, didn't want the county seat to be too near his plantation. He contributed fifty acres for a county seat, and the city built up around it, named for Francis Marion, a South Carolina Revolutionary War hero known as "Swamp Fox".
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Provides general and governmental information about the city of Marion. Offers access to city council activities and services. Includes community maps, events calendar, city news and public notices. - City of Marion
http://www.marionnc.org/
Read about the worship services and social activities organized by this church. Find a statement of beliefs, directions and information on the church library. - Grace Community Church
http://graceforall.org/Grace/Grace_Community_Church_-_Marion,_NC.html
Police department that provides public safety and law enforcement in Marion. View photos of the department, find employment opportunities and most wanted criminals. - Marion Police Department
http://www.marionpd.org/
McDowell County Chamber of Commerce
McDowell County Chamber of Commerce's official site detailing the chamber's business opportunities and member benefits. Site's exclusive feature is a cost of living calculator. - McDowell County Chamber of Commerce
http://www.mcdowellchamber.com/
McDowell County Public Schools
Information resource for students and parents about the district's educational system and academic standards. Includes admissions information, school directory, events calendar and activity guide, district news/announcements, forms and documents. - McDowell County Public Schools
http://www.mcdowell.k12.nc.us/
This hospital offers emergency treatment, physical therapy and lab tests. Includes volunteer opportunities, job postings and a health library. - McDowell Hospital
http://www.mcdhospital.org/
McDowell Technical Community College
Community college offers programs and courses in accounting, health, marketing and computers. Includes a class schedule, financial aid information and admissions information. - McDowell Technical Community College
http://www.mcdowelltech.edu/
Publishes news coverage of Marion and McDowell County, North Carolina. Read entertainment articles, opinions, obituaries, regional news and weather forecasts. - The McDowell News
http://www2.mcdowellnews.com/